The Shore Porters Society

1 Baltic Place
Aberdeen
Grampian
AB11 5EW

Removers - Removals Companies

Listed under:  Removers / Removal Companies
98% recommended   Rating The Shore Porters Society 9.4/100
427 reviews since 2013
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Overall Rating
 9.4 /10 Overall Rating 9.4/10
Based on 427 reviews since 2013
 
 
 
Sales & Support 9.4/10 Sales & Support Rating 9.4
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
 
Packing & Handling 9.4/10 Packing & Handling Rating 9.4
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
 
Collection & delivery 9.4/10 Collection & delivery Rating 9.4
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
 
Service 9.6/10 Service Rating 9.6
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
 
Value 9.3/10 Value Rating 9.3
The price represents value for money
 
 
 
Recent Reviews 
 
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" The guys in the office were very good at keeping in contact and updating the arrival times. When the packers arrived they were very efficient and friendly. Everything arrived at the destination in one...."   more
 
" From the day the surveyer came to the day the last piece of furniture was placed in the house (exactly where we wanted it) everything went like clock work, great company, great removal men and great s...."   more
 
" Was a very efficient, careful service from start to finish done in record time and with good humour! All possessions arrived damage free. Very impressive service and have and will continue to recomm...."   more
 
 
About Us

The Shore Porters’ Society has a rich heritage of experience and expertise that spans over more than a remarkable five centuries.

As leading specialists in removals and storage, we are renowned worldwide for our professionalism and care in safely transporting people’s most precious possessions across countries and continents.

We are proud of our roots as the oldest transport company in the world, but we also invest in our future, co-ordinating our fully-trained staff and leading-edge vehicles and materials to deliver peace of mind and a quality experience to our customers.

Shore Porters is a member of BAR (British Association of Removers) and FIDI (Federation Internationale de Demenageurs International) and is financially bonded by BAR Overseas Group, which is your personal guarantee for complete peace of mind.
     
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Review 18 Nov 2022
Recommended by customer in BD19
 My Age: 30 - 39 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Beginner 
 I haven't used this business before  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 8/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 7/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 6/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Home move
 
Cost: £2800
 

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Review 22 Oct 2022
Recommended by customer in AB15
 My Age: 40 - 49 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Average 
 I have known this business: Under 1 year  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 9/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 9/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 9/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 9/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 8/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Moved from Birmingham to Aberdeen, pick up by removals firm was on a return trip from London so it suited them from a logistics perspective.
 
Cost: £3000
 

"The guys in the office were very good at keeping in contact and updating the arrival times. When the packers arrived they were very efficient and friendly. Everything arrived at the destination in one piece! Later, when we managed to unpack all the boxes they came by and collected the empties. Overall, very satisfied with the service."
 
 
Team:
Danny and Craig
 
 
 

Review 20 Oct 2022
Recommended by customer in LN11
 My Age: 70 + 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Above Average 
 I haven't used this business before  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 

"From the day the surveyer came to the day the last piece of furniture was placed in the house (exactly where we wanted it) everything went like clock work, great company, great removal men and great service.

Thank you for everything and we would definitely recommend to anyone who may be looking for a removal company.

David & Linda Girvan."
 
 
Team:
Unfortunately I can't remember
 
 
 

Review 19 Oct 2022
Recommended by customer in DD10
 My Age: 70 + 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Average 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
From a one bedroomed 11th floor multi storey flat to a first floor two bedroomed flat 40 miles away.
 
Cost: £1508
 

"Was a very efficient, careful service from start to finish done in record time and with good humour! All possessions arrived damage free. Very impressive service and have and will continue to recommend you as the Company to go to.
"
 
 
Team:
Only name I remember is Craig.
 
 
 

Review 27 Sep 2022
Recommended by customer in AB15
 My Age: 60 - 69 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Average 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Move from Aberdeen to rural North East England, tricky entry up narrow steep stone steps to new house.

"They were all wonderful! They all worked non-stop, and were always cheery and uncomplaining despite the challenge for Craig and Mathew of carrying heavy furniture up steep steps, managing to shoehorn through narrow doors and up narrow stairs. Packing was carefully done.
I truly admire their skills, professionalism and stamina. Couldn't have asked for a nicer, kinder Crew to help me move house."
 
 
Team:
Craig, Mathew and Mark (Martin?)
 
 
 

Review 12 Sep 2022
Recommended by customer in AB11
 My Age: 60 - 69 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Beginner 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Move from a two bedroom terraced house to a two bedroom 1st floor flat. The flat is in a retirement complex, there is a lift in the building but removal companies, furniture delivery companies etc, are not permitted to use the lift.
 
Cost: £1200
 

"From obtaining the initial quotation right through to the actual packing up and delivery to the new location I felt assured that the company would do a good job. All the staff I was in contact with were helpful, understanding and answered any concerns/questions I had."
 
 
Team:
Richard Henderson, Danny, Mark, Grant and Nicky
 
 
 

Review 5 Sep 2022
Recommended by customer in AB15

 I'm: Male 

 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 9/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
House to flat - fourth floor - no lift!

"Despite being dogged by delays and difficulties ( non of which were caused by Shore Porters) they gave a perfect service. The guys were great workers and good to have around."
 
 
 
 

Review 5 Sep 2022
Recommended by customer in AB32
 My Age: 40 - 49 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Average 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Smooth, straight forward and stress free move.

"Efficient, professional and friendly team. Would highly recommend Shore Porters."
 
 
 
 

Review 5 Sep 2022
Recommended by customer in EH11
 My Age: 30 - 39 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Beginner 
 I have known this business: Under 1 year  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 8/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 6/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 8/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 8/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
We had 30 boxes roughly total. 1 bicycle. a foldable desk. Everything else was in boxes.

"Easy to communicate with. Great price. Pick up date was a little unclear and caused some rush. Would use again but would get clear dates."
 
 
 
 

Review 20 Mar 2022
Recommended by customer in DH1

 I'm: Male 

 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 9/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Shore Porters moved furniture and books from my parents house to mine. The service was excellent, as always with shore porters.
 
Cost: £3000
 

"I cannot recommend Shore Porters highly enough for anyone who is moving. They are professional, punctual and careful. We are always really impressed. Thank you, team Shore Porter"
 
 
Team:
I don’t know their names but they were excellent
 
 
 

Review 18 Mar 2022
Recommended by customer in AB15

 I'm: Male 

 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
This was a local move, our new home about 3 miles from our former home. The estimate for the size of the move was significantly deficient, and the team did a great job of quickly accomodating for this.
 
Cost: £1133
 

"We found our movers to be punctual, polite, efficient and overall Very professional with all aspects of the move. As stated, they had to quickly make adjustments for the underestimate of the size of the move, and did this very professionally, as well. Once unpacked, we had no damages or breakage. We were Very satisfied with the quality of service we received from this team, and Craig Thomson, who was overseeing our move."
 
 
Team:
Greg Cattanach, Grant Angus, Ian Gilchrist & Colin Giles
 
 
 

Review 17 Mar 2022
Recommended by customer in ZE2
 My Age: 50 - 59 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Average 
 I have known this business: 1 - 5 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 8/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 8/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 9/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 9/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
We obtained three quotes to pack, load and transport our entire house of furniture and belongings from Aberdeenshire to Central Shetland and some items to storage on in south Shetland. Shore Porters were the only company that sent someone to our home to evaluate the needs for packing and moving items before giving us a quote. As a result and based on the amount of the other quotes, we felt they offered the best and most comprehensive service for the fees charged. The team packed approximately 2/3 of our belongings and loaded every item onto their removal lorry. The next day they traveled to Shetland on the same ferry as myself and delivered our items to both the storage container and some to our rental home. While there were unexpected glitches and things weren’t perfect none of this was the fault of the team and they handled everything professionally and courteously. It’s a big job to move long distance over a 12 hour ferry trip but they did a great job.
 
Cost: £5000
 

"My husband took a position in Shetland and of the three companies we sought quotes from in order to relocate from the Scottish mainland to the islands, only Shore Porters sent some out to take a look at our home and our furniture and other belongings that needed to be relocated to Shetland.

The evaluation from Shore Poters was by far the most comprehensive and therefore we felt it led to the most accurate quote for relocation. This is not an inexpensive move so we needed to spend he relocation budget wisely.

On the day a team of four men worked nearly all day to pack about half of our items and completely clear the house of everything. Was in fact greatly complimented by the rental company representative for the thoroughness of our removal of items.

Upon arrival in Shetland both my husband and I as well as Shore Porters’ removal team had all been given the incorrect address for the storage location for our belongings which sent us all on an unexpected trip of about 40 minutes each way to the actual location of the storage facility.

When we arrived at our “temporary” residence near Lerwick the guys had to park a large moving lorry on a small road and move multiple times which we absolutely understood was frustrating for them.

At the end of the day, we understand how frustrating and annoying our move must have been for the removal team. They remained polite and courteous and we have no doubt if either friend, family, or ourselves need a long distance removal team in the future we would absolutely hire them again without hesitation.

I’m just sorry the guys didn’t take advantage of the bottled water and other items I provided to make the day easier but I would like them to know that we appreciated their hard work and help in ways words can’t describe."
 
 
Team:
I’m sorry I don’t know. They PA key up and transported our things on the 17th and 18th of January 2022 arriving in Shetland on 19 January 2022
 
 
 

Review 17 Mar 2022
Recommended by customer in AB15
 My Age: 70 + 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Beginner 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Part load of various tools to Cheltenham.
 
Cost: £384
 

"I was very satisfied by the service received. The timetable I was given was followed to the letter and the goods were delivered on time. The gentleman in the office (Craig) was very polite and was able to give me a price based on the photos I sent him. His estimate of the number of boxes I would need was spot on."
 
 
Team:
Craig in the office and the team who arrived to box up.
 
 
 

Review 17 Mar 2022
Recommended by customer in DD7

 I'm: Male 

 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 8/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 9/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 8/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 8/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 7/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
PIANO uplifted from Carnoustie to Gloucestershire on 7 February 2022
 
Cost: £450
 

"Courteous dealings with estimator but disappointing lack of communication on day of uplift
Had been advised uplift would be between 6.30am - 8.30am therefore we were organised for those timings. By 9.30am with no sign of anyone and no update, I had to phone and ask.
I was told there was a delay due to icy conditions at the initial uplifting location and our removers would be with us by midday. Fortunately we did not have plans for the rest of the day but were most disappointed no one had phoned to let us know about the delay given they had our contact phone numbers.
Very pleasant friendly removals men who delivered the piano satisfactorily to Gloucestershire"
 
 
Team:
Did not get the names of the two removals men - they were very pleasant.
 
 
 

Review 13 Mar 2022
Recommended by customer in DD2
 My Age: 60 - 69 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Average 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
I needed a pedestal desk and office chair collected from Berkshire and delivered to an address near Dundee.
 
Cost: £312
 

"I'd used Aberdeen Shore Porters in the past and knew they could be relied on to deliver a quality service. They're also one of only a few removals companies in Scotland offering a long-distance part-load service.

The logistics were a little complicated, and it took a good number of emails to sort out when my items could be collected and delivered but the Shore Porters team were responsive and helpful throughout.

I would definitely use Shore Porters for any other long-distance move and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable, quality house move."
 
 
Team:
Craig Thomson
 
 
 

Review 11 Mar 2022
Recommended by customer in AB11

 I'm: Male 

 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 8/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 8/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 8/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 9/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 8/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Move four bed house contents from Aberdeen to South Wales.
 
Cost: £4000
 

"Happy with service provided.

Very happy with flexibility shown with removal date, as had to revise date at least three times because of changing dates for completion of house sale caused by legal delays.

Part of selection process was to consider spare capacity within company in case COVID outbreak with company, to ensure we would be able to vacate house by completion date."
 
 
 
 

Review 5 Feb 2022
Recommended by customer in PH2
 My Age: 70 + 
 I'm: Female 
 My level of experience of similar services: Beginner 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
I was very happy with the transportation of a number of antique items from Oxford to Perth. In particular the grandfather clock was dismantled and thence carefully packaged before leaving the flat to the lorry.
 
Cost: £600
 

"I was completely confident with the 2 men who carried out this job so professionally and who have clearly had a great deal of experience in transporting fragile and less fragile antique items in a very safe and secure manner.

Having been disappointed by a Scottish removal company informing me that they no longer collect items from England, I was delighted when they recommended Shore Porters based in Aberdeen.

My whole experience of this transportation of quite a few items was extremely satisfactory. It was a long journey and all my items were delivered in very good condition, just as they were at the departure point."
 
 
Team:
The 2 guys were a great team, working very well together. Unfortunately I don't know their names.
 
 
 

Review 5 Feb 2022
Recommended by customer in HG1
 My Age: 70 + 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Average 
 I have known this business: 1 - 5 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 10/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Uplift from Alford to Harrogate with storage in between. Original plan did not include storage, but Craig and the team dealt magnificently with the change.
 
Cost: £5000
 

"The team did everything possible to remove the stress out of a fairly big relocation for us."
 
 
Team:
Craig Thomson
 
 
 

Review 4 Feb 2022
Recommended by customer in ab15
 My Age: 60 - 69 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Average 
 I have known this business: Over 10 years  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 10/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 10/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 10/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 9/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
They were tasked to move belongings in Central London and prior to day of move, packing boxes plus extra packing materials were dropped off as and when they stated the time of drop off. Day of removal went as planned and on time. Belongings were deposited in Aberdeen earlier than expected and in as good a condition as they left London.
 
Cost: £1900
 

"Excellent upfront indication of service which when it happened could not have been better.

Certainly not the cheapest but all items safely delivered and also in the condition that they left London.

Communication between Shoreporters and client could not be faulted as was prior to shipment.

You get what you pay for and I would very happily use againExcellent; can't say much more than excellent"
 
 
Team:
Richard Craig but don't just them because behind them were a great team who were actually involve with the physical part of the job
 
 
 

Review 4 Feb 2022
Recommended by customer in Rh19
 My Age: 50 - 59 
 I'm: Male 
 My level of experience of similar services: Experienced 
 I have known this business: Under 1 year  		 
 
Satisfaction Ratings
 
Sales & Support 9/10
The advice and information was helpful and all correspondence was easy to understand
Packing & Handling 8/10
The firm took care in packing and handling our property
Collection & delivery 5/10
Our property was collected and delivered as agreed
Service 10/10
The staff were presentable punctual and polite
Value 8/10
The price represents value for money
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Customer Review
 
Moved from Sussex to Ayrshire
 
Cost: £3800
 

"The team could not do enough, some items were left behind but that was resolved and delivered with no quibbles"
 
 
 
 
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