Benefit from over 170 years of expertise in museum and heritage relocations.
Established in 1854, Bishop’s Move is renowned for delivering reliable business relocation services.
Our specialist Commercial Relocation Team is consistently praised by museums nationwide for their expertise and attention to detail. From large museums to private galleries, our attention to detail and museum-moving experts can help. Our tailored services include fine art handling, crating fragile items and phased move management to meet the unique demands of every project.
Make an enquiry today or call us on 03300 585100 to start planning your heritage move today.
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Specialist Museum Relocation Services
The decision to move your museum or exhibit is not an easy one, but it’s often the best option. Bishop’s Move understands the delicate intricacies of moving artefacts, fragile items, and prized collections of all kinds. Throughout our own heritage, we have moved collections for a number of leading museums, including the British Library, the Victoria and Albert Museum, Edinburgh Maritime Museum and The McManus Art Gallery, as well as many private collections, including James Fisher Defence’s collection of submersibles, to name but a few.
Why Choose Bishop’s Move:
Discover why Bishop’s Move is the preferred choice for heritage relocations across the UK.
Unmatched Expertise in Specialist Relocation Bishop’s Move has over 170 years of moving art, antiquities, and valuable collections.
Bespoke Packing for Fragile Pieces We create customised packing for each piece, from rare books to ancient artefacts, ensuring the highest level of protection during transit.
Seamless End-To-End Service Our trained antiquities handlers ensure every piece is carefully packed, moved, and installed. With meticulous attention to detail, we preserve the integrity of your collection every step of the way.
Unique Process for Your Unique Collection Every museum relocation presents its own challenges, whether it is moving fragile artefacts, protecting large installations, or ensuring the security of valuable collections. We understand the complexities of working within museum environments and take pride in offering a fully customised service.
Comprehensive Services for Seamless Museum Relocations
From start to finish, there are a large number of things that need to be taken care of during heritage moves. Countless aspects must be considered, all with the safety and security of the museum’s collections and artefacts in mind. Take a look at the removal services offered by Bishop’s Move:
Precision Packing for Museum-Grade Protection Our precision packing services are tailored to provide museum-grade security for each item, using custom-fit materials and specialised techniques to ensure safe transit.
State-of-the-Art Equipment for Fragile Items From advanced lifting tools to climate-controlled transport options, we use cutting-edge technology to ensure the safety and preservation of each piece.
Comprehensive Building Protection We take every precaution to protect your building during the relocation process. From floor coverings to custom padding, our team uses comprehensive protective measures to ensure that your premises remain undamaged.
Bespoke Services for Every Museum Relocation Bishop’s Move can enable works such as winching points, temporary staging etc. that are required to facilitate the safe movement of any collections.
Precise Collection Installation for a Flawless Presentation Trust us to handle the final stage of your relocation with the same care and precision as every other step. Our porters can install or relocate collections within the same building.
Climate-Controlled Storage for Museum Artefacts Our safe, climate-controlled storage solutions are designed specifically for the preservation of museum artefacts.
Trusted Outcomes: Case Studies in Museum & Heritage Moving
From transporting valuable artefacts to relocating entire exhibits, we consistently deliver reliable results, chosen by museums and heritage sites across the country. Explore our case studies to see how we handle each project with precision, professionalism, and a commitment to preserving your items.
Museum Relocation: A Unique Process for Your Unique Collection
Every museum relocation presents its own challenges, whether it is moving fragile artefacts, protecting large installations, or ensuring the security of valuable collections. We understand the complexities of working within museum environments and take pride in offering a fully customised service
Ensure Peace of Mind
We treat every artefact with the utmost respect, ensuring its safe journey from your current site to its new location. Call 03300 585100 today to discuss your museum’s move in greater detail.
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