{"id":503,"date":"2015-04-30T10:50:38","date_gmt":"2015-04-30T10:50:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/?p=503"},"modified":"2025-09-25T12:47:24","modified_gmt":"2025-09-25T11:47:24","slug":"get-free-boxes-for-moving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to Get Free Boxes for Moving"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"770\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/pack-for-moving-house.jpg\" alt=\"Pack for moving house\" class=\"wp-image-7199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/pack-for-moving-house.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/pack-for-moving-house-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/pack-for-moving-house-768x449.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: shutterstock.com<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><br>Are you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/house-removals\/\">moving home<\/a> anytime soon? If the answer is yes, you&#8217;ll certainly need plenty of cardboard boxes. Take all of your stuff from your house-sized box, put them in small boxes, load them onto a mobile box, often referred to as a van, and unload them into your new house-sized box. See what we did there?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e2c42a95cba\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 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ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Discount_stores\" >Discount stores<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Grocery_stores_and_off-license_shops\" >Grocery stores and off-license shops<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Bars_and_restaurants\" >Bars and restaurants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Coffee_shops\" >Coffee shops<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Bookstores\" >Bookstores<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Print_stores_and_copy_centres\" >Print stores and copy centres<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Recycling_centres\" >Recycling centres<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Local_schools_colleges_and_universities\" >Local schools, colleges and universities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Fast_food_chains\" >Fast food chains<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Pharmacies\" >Pharmacies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#DIY_and_department_stores\" >DIY and department stores<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Second-hand_boxes_for_moving\" >Second-hand boxes for moving<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Gumtree\" >Gumtree<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Freegle\" >Freegle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Freecycle\" >Freecycle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Social_media_community_groups\" >Social media community groups<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Free_boxes_from_neighbours_and_friends_who_have_recently_moved\" >Free boxes from neighbours and friends who have recently moved<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Where_to_buy_shipping_boxes\" >Where to buy shipping boxes?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Other_frequently_asked_questions\" >Other frequently asked questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Q_Do_B_Q_sell_moving_boxes\" >Q: Do B&amp;Q sell moving boxes?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Q_Can_you_get_cardboard_boxes_from_Tesco\" >Q: Can you get cardboard boxes from Tesco?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Q_Can_you_buy_cardboard_boxes_from_the_post_office\" >Q: Can you buy cardboard boxes from the post office?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Q_Are_flat-rate_boxes_cheaper\" >Q: Are flat-rate boxes cheaper?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Q_Does_goodwill_take_moving_boxes\" >Q: Does goodwill take moving boxes?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-free-boxes-for-moving\/#Affordable_moving_boxes\" >Affordable moving boxes<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Places_where_you_can_get_free_boxes_for_moving_house\"><\/span><b>Places where you can get free boxes for moving house<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So, where can you get free moving boxes? It turns out there are plenty of stores and supermarkets ready to spare a free cardboard box or two. You need to ask! The next two questions on your mind are most probably what stores will give you boxes and what to look for in a second-hand cardboard box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most establishments that sell goods have scheduled deliveries throughout the week. This means that they either have an abundance of free cardboard boxes or recycle them because they have no further use for them. Here are some of the places you can check:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_supermarket_chains\"><\/span>Major supermarket chains<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your first go-to places should be any of the major supermarket chains, such as &#8211; ASDA, Lidl, Iceland, Co-op, etc. Since these stores often have discounts and sell items in bulk, more often than not, they receive daily deliveries. You can get moving boxes from ASDA early in the morning or late in the evening when the shelves are being restocked. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to try your luck with Tesco, you must go there between 6 and 7 o\u2019clock in the morning before they take away the empty boxes for recycling. Keep in mind that the availability of the boxes depends on the company\u2019s individual policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best boxes to look for are fruit and alcohol boxes. They are made to carry heavier and fragile items, which makes them perfect for moving houses. See some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-pack-fragile-items-moving\/\">tips on packing fragile items<\/a> because they need to be taken better care of than the rest of your belongings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be sure to check for any tears or bugs, and you\u2019re good to go! You can also consider looking for cleaning detergent boxes. They are sturdy and also made to withstand moving heavy items.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Discount_stores\"><\/span>Discount stores<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The next place you should check is pounded shops such as Poundland. Needless to say, discount shops also have daily deliveries as they also sell items in bulk. Don\u2019t be afraid to go to your local pound store and inquire about any free cardboard boxes. Even if there aren\u2019t any available now, you can ask for the time of the next delivery and go then.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Grocery_stores_and_off-license_shops\"><\/span>Grocery stores and off-license shops<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The next places on your list when searching for free boxes for moving house should be local groceries and off-license shops. The store owners would be glad to remove a few liquor boxes. These stores are smaller, hence, there\u2019s no place for stacking unneeded boxes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bars_and_restaurants\"><\/span>Bars and restaurants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spare alcohol boxes can also be found in bars and restaurants. However, although liquor is regularly consumed in such places, keep in mind that the amount of boxes you can get is limited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coffee_shops\"><\/span>Coffee shops<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.starbucks.co.uk\/responsibility\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Starbucks<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.costa.co.uk\/sustainability\/cups-and-packaging\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Costa Coffee<\/a> websites, both companies are working hard towards reducing their carbon footprint by recycling and providing environmentally friendly services. Ask any staff member for coffee supplies boxes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They may be smaller than regular moving boxes, but they are ideal for odd items and house decorations. The good news is once you\u2019re done with the house removals process, you can return the used boxes to Costa Coffee. They accept non-branded items for recycling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bookstores\"><\/span>Bookstores<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need packing boxes for books, look no further than bookstores such as WHSmith and Waterstones. Apart from any household appliances, the heaviest items you&#8217;ll probably need to pack are books, folders and paper documents. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, there are some tricks to do that properly. Read our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-pack-books\/\">how to pack books<\/a> to get a better idea of how to do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Print_stores_and_copy_centres\"><\/span>Print stores and copy centres<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Likewise, print stores and copy centres have many copier paper boxes. Not only are these boxes perfect for storing heavy items in, but they are uniform and easy to handle too. When loading the boxes onto the moving van, you&#8217;ll have one less thing to worry about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;div class=&quot;specialist-section&quot;&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-name visible-xs&quot;&gt;Where to Get Free Boxes for Moving&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; loading=&quot;lazy&quot;\/&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-name hidden-xs&quot;&gt;Where to Get Free Boxes for Moving&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-profession&quot;&gt;&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;div class=&quot;specialist-social-network&quot;&gt;&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;\/div&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:513,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;12&quot;:0}\"><div class=\"specialist-section\"><p class=\"specialist-name visible-xs\">Ethan Greenfield<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/moving.tips\/author\/ethan\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Ethan.jpeg\" alt=\"Ethan Greenfield\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/a><p class=\"specialist-name hidden-xs\">Ethan Greenfield<\/p><p class=\"specialist-profession\">Relocation professional and an ex-moving coordinator.  Writing for <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\" https:\/\/moving.tips\/author\/ethan\/\">Moving Tips<\/a><\/p><div class=\"specialist-social-network\"><\/div><div class=\"quote_text\"><blockquote cite=\"https:\/\/moving.tips\/costs-saving-tips\/free-moving-boxes\/\">The best thing about visiting a few copy centers in your area is that you will most likely find free copier paper boxes there. The indisputable advantage of copier paper boxes comes in their uniform size (easily stackable) and extra strength (safe enough for packing heavy books).<blockquote><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recycling_centres\"><\/span>Recycling centres<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you haven\u2019t had any luck with any of the above-mentioned, try searching for free moving boxes in the place where all unneeded items go to rest: the recycling centres. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.recyclenow.com\/recycling-locator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check for the nearest recycling centre<\/a> that accepts corrugated cardboard boxes. Inspect any bugs or other unwanted life forms before taking them in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;div class=&quot;specialist-section&quot;&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-name visible-xs&quot;&gt;Where to Get Free Boxes for Moving&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; loading=&quot;lazy&quot;\/&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-name hidden-xs&quot;&gt;Where to Get Free Boxes for Moving&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-profession&quot;&gt;&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;div class=&quot;specialist-social-network&quot;&gt;&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;\/div&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:513,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;12&quot;:0}\"><div class=\"specialist-section\"><p class=\"specialist-name visible-xs\">Joshua Green<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/author\/joshua-green\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Joshua-Green.jpeg\" alt=\"Joshua Green\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/a><p class=\"specialist-name hidden-xs\">Joshua Green<\/p><p class=\"specialist-profession\">By Joshua Green, a moving industry professional, author and writer. Writes for <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\">My moving reviews<\/a>.<\/p><div class=\"specialist-social-network\"><\/div><div class=\"quote_text\"><blockquote cite=\"https:\/\/www.mymovingreviews.com\/move\/get-boxes-for-moving\/\"> It\u2019s no secret that many cardboard boxes end their life journeys at recycling centers. If you haven\u2019t had much luck getting free moving boxes from any of places mentioned above, why don\u2019t you pay a visit to a nearby recycling center and see what they got to offer? A word of advice: be very cautious when considering boxes straight out of recycling stations \u2013 inspect them closely for signs of damage and possible infestations too.<\/blockquote><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Local_schools_colleges_and_universities\"><\/span>Local schools, colleges and universities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you living in an area with many educational establishments and student halls? If you have scheduled your home removals for the spring or fall season, chances are many students are moving simultaneously. Ask around the schools or hall staff members for any discarded moving boxes or school supplies boxes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fast_food_chains\"><\/span>Fast food chains<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people don&#8217;t usually associate fast-food chains with anything other than fast food. But did you know that you can ask for the fry boxes? Those are the boxes in which frozen chips are delivered to the local fast food branches. Frozen food is usually very heavy; hence the boxes it comes in are sturdy enough for removals purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pharmacies\"><\/span>Pharmacies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your main concern is obtaining small boxes for free, then going to the pharmacy might be your best choice. Although medicine comes in bulk, the delivery boxes are smaller than the usual storage box. You can use these cardboard boxes to store medicine, utensils and jewellery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DIY_and_department_stores\"><\/span>DIY and department stores<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Anyone dabbling in DIY projects can tell you that materials come in many different-sized boxes. Asking DIY and department store employees about spare boxes might not supply you with many free containers, but it\u2019s still worth a try. Wickes is one such place. Deliveries are scheduled in the afternoon on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, so the possibility of a stack of free cardboard boxes is high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check also:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/get-rid-empty-boxes-moving-house\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How to Get Rid of Moving Boxes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/10-packing-tips-must-know-when-moving-house\/\">How to Pack for Moving<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-label-moving-boxes\/\">How to Label Moving Boxes Like a Pro<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Second-hand_boxes_for_moving\"><\/span>Second-hand boxes for moving<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we\u2019ve covered the free cardboard box options, let\u2019s move on to the used moving boxes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gumtree\"><\/span>Gumtree<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Gumtree is a treasure trove of free items, including second-hand boxes for moving. You can set the filters only for your area, and you can also buy and sell things if that\u2019s more up your alley. Did you find what you needed? Good, don\u2019t forget to thoroughly inspect the boxes before taking them. Keep an eye out for any insects, wet spots or tears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Freegle\"><\/span>Freegle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Freegle is a place where you can give away basically anything you don\u2019t need, and you are not alone. All of the UK uses the website to give away items ranging from forks and knives to old furniture. And guess what? Used moving boxes are on the menu, as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Freecycle\"><\/span>Freecycle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another place that offers a good variety. However, we encourage our readers to have realistic expectations because, let\u2019s be honest, free things are often of low quality. Free cardboard boxes might do more damage than you expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Social_media_community_groups\"><\/span>Social media community groups<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Social media community groups can be very helpful for many things, including finding cardboard boxes for moving. You can start by browsing these places:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/Frugal\/?rdt=60138\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Reddit<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nextdoor.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Nextdoor<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Free_boxes_from_neighbours_and_friends_who_have_recently_moved\"><\/span>Free boxes from neighbours and friends who have recently moved<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A friend in need is a friend indeed! If you have friends or neighbours who have moved recently, you can take a load off their shoulders by reusing their moving boxes. What\u2019s more, the boxes might be in good condition unless your friends don&#8217;t care about the state of their belongings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;div class=&quot;specialist-section&quot;&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-name visible-xs&quot;&gt;Where to Get Free Boxes for Moving&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;img src=&quot;&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; loading=&quot;lazy&quot;\/&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-name hidden-xs&quot;&gt;Where to Get Free Boxes for Moving&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;p class=&quot;specialist-profession&quot;&gt;&lt;\/p&gt;&lt;div class=&quot;specialist-social-network&quot;&gt;&lt;\/div&gt;&lt;\/div&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:513,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;12&quot;:0}\"><div class=\"specialist-section\"><p class=\"specialist-name visible-xs\">Nicole DiCenso<\/p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apartmentlist.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/Nicole-DiCenso.jpg\" alt=\"Nicole DiCenso\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/a><p class=\"specialist-name hidden-xs\">Nicole DiCenso<\/p><p class=\"specialist-profession\">Nicole is a Marketing Specialist and contributing author at <a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.apartmentlist.com\/\">Apartment List<\/a> where she writes content on rental life and trends<\/p><div class=\"specialist-social-network\"><\/div><div class=\"quote_text\"><blockquote cite=\"https:\/\/www.apartmentlist.com\/rentonomics\/13-places-to-get-free-moving-boxes\/\">You never know what your friends are stockpiling in their basements. It is not uncommon to find some of your closest acquaintances have a stack of boxes laying around that they\u2019ve been saving for a moment like this.<\/blockquote><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_buy_shipping_boxes\"><\/span>Where to buy shipping boxes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have exhausted all other possibilities, you can try buying used moving boxes for under \u00a31 on <a href=\"https:\/\/sadlers.co.uk\/collections\/used-cardboard-boxes\/#\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sadler\u2019s website<\/a>. Take all precautions before buying, and purchase only boxes you feel certain will do the job. If you need to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-pack-a-tv-set-for-moving\/\">pack a large TV set<\/a>, then maybe this will be your best option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check also:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/unpacking-after-moving\/\">How to Unpack After Moving House<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-pack-clothes-for-moving\/\">How to Pack Clothes for Moving<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/pack-dishes-glasses-moving\/\">Packing Dishes and Glasses<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n<div class=\"cta_container_holder obf\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"title\">Book Fantastic Removals for a quick and stress-free relocation!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"sub-title\">Enter your postcode to view our rates and availability in your area.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"postcode-field-box\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"dynamic-helper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<form id=\"check-prices-form\" class=\"default-check-price-form\" action=\"\">\n\t                            <span class=\"the-postfield-wrap\">\n\t                                <input id=\"postcode-field\" type=\"text\" class=\"the-postfield\"  name=\"postcode-field\" data-default-service-category=\"Removals\"\ndata-default-service-type=\"Home Removals\">\n\t                                <div class=\"typewriter-box\">\n\t                                    <span class=\"typewriter\"><\/span>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\t                                 <span class=\"moving-label\">Enter your postcode<\/span>\n\t                                <label for=\"postcode-field\" class=\"error-message\">Add a valid postcode e.g. SE1 2TH<\/label>\n\t                            <\/span>\n\t                            <span class=\"submit-wrapper-with-loader active\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"load-holder-lds-eclipse\">\n                                            <div class=\"load-lds-eclipse\"><\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n\t                                <input id=\"check-prices-submit\" name=\"check-prices-submit\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Check Prices & Availability\" rel=\"nofollow\" disabled>\n\t                            <\/span>\n\t                        <\/form>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"info_text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>For questions about the services we offer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/\">visit our main site<\/a> or you can always call us at <a href=\"tel:\"><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Other frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving house is a big decision, which often requires a lot of preparation. As one of the most trusted removal companies, we strive to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/packing-hacks-for-stress-free-moving\/\">make the packing stress-free <\/a>and the entire relocation process as well, plus to provide all of the necessary information. Here we have answered some of the frequently asked questions we receive:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Do_B_Q_sell_moving_boxes\"><\/span>Q: Do B&amp;Q sell moving boxes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A: Yes, B&amp;Q offer a good variety of moving boxes and packing materials, as well as plastic storage boxes and general storage furniture. If you think you might need <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/storage\/\">storage services<\/a> before your move, we can cover that too!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Can_you_get_cardboard_boxes_from_Tesco\"><\/span>Q: Can you get cardboard boxes from Tesco?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A: Yes, you can! Make sure to check the delivery schedule of your local Tesco and go near the end of the time slot. That way, you won\u2019t bother employees by standing around during the unloading process, and free cardboard boxes will be available. Otherwise, the boxes are sent to a recycling centre. Remember that not all branch managers are willing to give away boxes because they prefer sending them directly to a recycling facility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Can_you_buy_cardboard_boxes_from_the_post_office\"><\/span>Q: Can you buy cardboard boxes from the post office?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A: You can find removals and shipping boxes at the post office shop website, where they also have a cheaper section called cardboard boxes. If you\u2019re unsure which ones to choose, opt for double-walled boxes because they are similar to the moving boxes sold and used by removal companies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Are_flat-rate_boxes_cheaper\"><\/span>Q: Are flat-rate boxes cheaper?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A: Not necessarily. It depends on the size of the flat rate box, as well as the type of cardboard. That\u2019s why these boxes are more suitable for shipping or storing small items rather than moving them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Does_goodwill_take_moving_boxes\"><\/span>Q: Does goodwill take moving boxes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A: Unfortunately, Goodwill does not operate in the UK.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Affordable_moving_boxes\"><\/span>Affordable moving boxes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re probably going to pay a professional removal company for transportation anyway, so why not spare yourself the additional work and add the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/packing-service\/\">packing and box delivery services<\/a> to your query as well?<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A professional <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\">removals company<\/a> knows how to keep things intact and deliver them safely. 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