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Trusted Removal Specialists in Shetland

Shetland's Most Trusted Removal Team

Family-run since 1976. From a Devon cottage to the Shetland Isles—we handle every move, ferry schedule, and island challenge, so you don't have to.

★★★★★   Highly Recommended  ·  BAR Members Since 1987  ·  49 Years Experience
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Serving Shetland Since 1976
BAR Members Since 1987 ·
Licensed & Insured ·
Highlands & Islands Business Award ·
49+ Years in Business ·
5-Star Reviewed ·
#1 Removals Company in Shetland ·
500+ Moves Completed ·
Island Ferry Logistics Experts ·
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Every Move. Every Island.
Every Challenge.

From Unst to France, Devon to Lerwick — we've handled it all. BAR-accredited professionals who know the ferries, the single-track roads, and the Northern Isles like no one else.

Containerised Storage
Short or long-term containerised storage at our Sandwick warehouse. We bring the container to you, wrap and load your goods securely on-site, then return and stack in our facility.
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Professional Packing
Recyclable, professional-grade packing materials supplied by BAR's service division. Our trained team packs everything safely — or we deliver materials for you to pack yourself.
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Office Relocations
Minimal disruption commercial moves across Shetland and mainland Scotland. We plan around your schedule and work quickly to get your operation back up and running.
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International Removals
Relocating abroad? We arrange international moves tailored to your specific needs — with the same personal attention you'd expect from a family business that's been doing this since 1976.
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Reid Removals team

Family Values. Professional Standards. Shetland Expertise.

49 years. Not a single move we haven't been proud of.

  • BAR-accredited members since 1987 — bound by the UK's strictest code of practice for removers
  • Deep expertise in Shetland island logistics — we know the ferry timetables, the tides, and the terrain
  • Fleet ranges from articulated lorries to compact vans — we reach every remote location in the isles
  • Commended in the Highlands & Islands Smaller Business Awards — independently recognised
  • Personal attention from first enquiry to final delivery — you'll always speak to a real person
  • Proud removal service provider for the BBC's Antiques Roadshow during their Shetland visit
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What Our Customers Are Saying

Real stories from real moves — some of which crossed international borders.

★★★★★

"I moved from Devon to the North East coast of Shetland — at very short notice. When my sale fell through, Reids accepted the cancellation with enormous sympathy and understanding. When it finally went ahead, they organised a small lorry to ferry my things up narrow single-track lanes to the large removal lorry parked a mile away. Not one item was damaged or broken."

Cecilia James G via Google Reviews
★★★★★

"We moved from Shetland to the Moray coast. Shaun and the crew loaded our two containers in two days — cheerful, pleasant and efficient the entire time. Norna in the office kept us updated on schedules, ferry delays, and arrival times throughout. All our furniture reached the correct rooms with no breakages. A pretty stress-free experience."

E. Hynd G via Google Reviews
★★★★★

"Everything arrived in France in perfect condition. My deep thanks go to Shaun and John who worked so hard on such a very hot day. Reids took such good care of my belongings from packing through to international delivery. A friendly, straight-forward company who genuinely cared about doing the job right."

T. Stevens G via Google Reviews
★★★★★

"We'd like to thank Reids for the excellent move from Lerwick to Perth. Your staff were hard-working and pleasant — all our furniture and goods were delivered safely and without fuss. We had no breakages, no drama, and everything arrived exactly where we asked. We will have no hesitation recommending your company to family and friends."

Sandy & Elizabeth West G via Google Reviews
★★★★★

"Ian Reid Removals were very professional and efficient. They made a genuinely difficult time easier to deal with — very approachable, very competitively priced. Moving house is stressful enough; having a removal company this reliable made the whole thing far more manageable. Highly recommended without reservation."

Colin & Sam Morris G via Google Reviews

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No pressure. No hidden costs. We understand island logistics and work around ferry schedules so your move goes without a hitch.

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Proudly serving Shetland and surrounding areas — and the whole of mainland UK.

Broonies Taing, Sandwick, Shetland ZE2
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 5:30pm
Saturday: 9:00am – 1:00pm
Sunday: Closed
    Also serving:
  • Lerwick & Central Mainland
  • Unst, Yell & Fetlar
  • Aberdeen & North Scotland
  • Mainland UK — door to door