About Us
About Man with Van Colney Hatch
Man with Van Colney Hatch is a locally rooted removal company dedicated to providing reliable, friendly and efficient moving services throughout Colney Hatch and the surrounding area. From small flat moves off Colney Hatch Lane to full house removals near Friern Barnet and Muswell Hill, we are the man with van Colney Hatch residents turn to when they want a smooth and stress-free move handled by people who genuinely know the area.
Our Story in the Colney Hatch Community
Our journey began over ten years ago, when our founder started helping neighbours move between flats along Colney Hatch Lane and homes near the North Circular. What started as a single man with a van quickly grew into a trusted local removal company in the area, built on word-of-mouth recommendations from residents, landlords and small businesses.
Over the years, we have helped families settle into new homes near Alexandra Palace, supported students moving into shared houses close to New Southgate, and assisted businesses relocating around Bounds Green and Friern Barnet. Because we have grown up alongside the community, we understand the realities of moving in and around Colney Hatch, from navigating busy High Road traffic to managing tight access on residential streets near Coppetts Wood.
More Than a Decade of Local Experience
For over ten years, Man with Van Colney Hatch has specialised in local and area removal service work, focusing on the needs of households and small businesses in this part of North London. Our long-standing presence means we know the best routes, the trickiest stairwells and the quiet cut-throughs that make moving day faster and easier.
Whether it is a small flat on Colney Hatch Lane, a terraced house near Friern Barnet Road, a new-build apartment in nearby estates, or an office near Muswell Hill Broadway, our experience as a removal company in the area helps us plan every move with care and precision. We treat every job with the same attention, whether it is a single-item pickup or a full property clearance.
Licensed and Environmentally Responsible
Man with Van Colney Hatch takes environmental responsibility seriously. We are fully licensed by the Environment Agency as an upper-tier waste carrier, which means we are legally authorised to transport and dispose of unwanted items in a compliant and responsible way. This protects our customers from the risk of fly-tipping fines and ensures that anything we remove is handled correctly.
We make regular use of local borough recycling centres including facilities serving Barnet and Haringey, ensuring reusable materials are separated and processed wherever possible. When we carry out a house clearance near Colney Hatch Park or a shop clearance close to New Southgate, we always look for recycling options first, so that as little waste as possible ends up in landfill.
Trained, Professional Staff
Our team is made up of trained, uniformed staff who understand both the technical and practical sides of removals. Every member of our crew is carefully selected, vetted and given hands-on training in safe lifting, item protection, loading techniques and customer care.
We know many of our customers are moving prized possessions, family heirlooms and items with sentimental value. Our staff treat every belonging with care, using blankets, straps and protective materials to safeguard furniture, appliances and delicate items. Whether we are moving belongings from a flat near Friern Barnet Retail Park or a house close to Bounds Green station, we work respectfully in your home and leave everything tidy when the job is done.
Our Mission
Our mission at Man with Van Colney Hatch is simple: to provide a dependable, affordable and genuinely local area removal service that customers can trust from start to finish. We aim to combine the personal touch of a local man with van Colney Hatch team with the professionalism of an established removal company in the area.
That means clear communication, transparent pricing, punctual arrival, careful handling and a friendly, can-do attitude throughout the move. We want every customer, whether moving from a flat above local shops or a house overlooking nearby green spaces, to feel fully supported on moving day.
Eco-Responsibility and Recycling Partnerships
As a local business, we see the impact that waste and irresponsible disposal can have on our streets, green spaces and parks. That is why our area removal service is built around eco-responsibility. Whenever we carry out clearances or removals that involve unwanted items, we prioritise reuse and recycling.
We have developed partnerships with local recycling services, furniture reuse schemes and charity shops in the wider Colney Hatch, Friern Barnet and Muswell Hill areas. Where possible, items in good condition are diverted from disposal and given a second life. From wardrobes and tables to office equipment and household goods, we always look first for local organisations that can make use of them.
For items that cannot be reused, we sort materials so that wood, metal, glass and certain plastics can be recycled through authorised borough recycling centres and transfer stations. Our aim is to reduce the environmental footprint of every move we carry out in and around Colney Hatch.
Genuine Local Roots and Community Ties
We are not a distant call centre sending unfamiliar vehicles into the area. Man with Van Colney Hatch is a genuinely local business run by people who live and work in and around Colney Hatch, Friern Barnet and Muswell Hill. We know the short-cuts around the North Circular, the parking restrictions by local estates and the busy loading spots near popular parades of shops.
Over the years, we have supported community events, helped local residents with last-minute moves, and worked with landlords and letting agents across the area. You might see our vans around Colney Hatch Lane, near local parks, passing through New Southgate or heading towards nearby borough recycling facilities after a clearance.
Because our customers are also our neighbours, we take pride in maintaining a strong reputation for honesty, reliability and care. When you choose Man with Van Colney Hatch, you are supporting a local removal company in the area that invests back into the community, values its staff and respects the environment we all share.
Your Local Area Removal Service
Whether you are planning a move within Colney Hatch, relocating elsewhere in North London or need a responsible clearance service, Man with Van Colney Hatch is here to help. With over a decade of local experience, trained staff, Environment Agency licensing and a strong commitment to eco-responsibility, we offer an area removal service designed around the real needs of people who live and work here.
From the first call to the final box unloaded, our goal is to make your move as straightforward and stress-free as possible, while treating your belongings, your home and your neighbourhood with the respect they deserve.



