Medium Van
Ford Transit Custom or equivalent
from£40.00/hr
At The Van Man Co, we connect customers to drivers for man and van services in Harbourside. This vibrant waterfront area features modern apartments and converted warehouses, making it ideal for flat moves and furniture deliveries across central Bristol.
If additional time is needed, it's charged at the hourly rate.
Hourly rates include the driver's round-trip commute to and from your job
Ford Transit Custom or equivalent
from£40.00/hr
Ford Transit Van or equivalent
from£45.00/hr
Ford Transit Luton or equivalent
from£60.00/hr
Photos, routes and reviews from recent jobs.
Driver
Bash
★
5.0
(4)
Bristol, Eastville
Our customer moved out of Hotwells and Harbourside to Lawrence Hill, just a short hop across Bristol. Bash loaded everything in an hour and had the van across to the dropoff in 15 minutes, the kind of local move where knowing the streets makes all the difference. A quick, straightforward job done without fuss.
Driver
Isaac
★
4.8
(5)
London, Whitechapel
Our customer picked up from Harbourside in Bristol on a long-haul to Victoria in London. Isaac loaded a desk, paintings, TV, suitcases, and several smaller items into the Transit in just over an hour, then made the drive across to Hackney, a solid 3 hours 20 minutes on the road. Everything arrived intact by early evening, which is no small feat on a move like this. The planning and motorway time made it a full day, but the job got done.
Driver
John
★
5.0
(6)
Southampton, Hythe
Leigh's divan bed, grandfather clock, and dining table made the journey from Amesbury South to Southville, with John loading everything in just over 90 minutes before the long drive into Bristol. The Luton van with tail lift proved the right choice for the collection of furniture, and John's willingness to step in at short notice meant the whole job stayed on track. Once he arrived in Harbourside, the unloading went smoothly, Leigh left a 5-star review noting how helpful John was throughout, getting it all done in impressive time.
Driver
Louis
★
4.8
(6)
Bristol, Easton
Louis picked up our customer's boxes, chair, stepladder and vacuum from Central and drove them across to Harbourside in just 15 minutes. The whole job took just over an hour from start to finish, a quick local shuffle that didn't need any fuss. Everything landed in Harbourside ready to go.
Driver
Kalidou
Our customer's soda made the trip from Bishopston and Ashley Down to Harbourside, with Kalidou loading it in about half an hour and then driving the short route across Bristol. The driver got it to Southville without fuss, and everything was unloaded and in place by early evening.
Driver
Dominic
★
5.0
(50)
Bristol, Cotham
Our customer picked up out of Harbourside, moving a 1-bed flat's worth of stuff, boxes, bags, coffee table, ironing board, into storage over in Southville. Dominic loaded everything in an hour and then drove the short hop across Bristol to the storage unit. With no large bed frame to worry about, it was a straightforward pack, though stacking it all neatly into the bay took a bit of thought to make sure nothing shifted on the drive over.
Driver
Dominic
★
5.0
(50)
Bristol, Cotham
Our customer moved out of Harbourside with a haul of ten boxes and a couple of bags destined for Fox Self Storage. Dominic loaded everything in about 45 minutes, then drove the short distance across to Lawrence Hill to drop it all off. The whole job ran smooth and quick, just under two hours from start to finish. Student accommodation changeover sorted.
Local drivers across every neighbourhood
Harbourside sits at the heart of Bristol, a regenerated waterfront area where historic docks have transformed into modern residential and leisure developments. The area features contemporary apartments, converted warehouses, and purpose-built blocks with views across the floating harbour. Young professionals and couples choose Harbourside for its central location and waterside lifestyle.
Whether you’re moving into a warehouse conversion on Gas Ferry Road or relocating from a modern apartment to somewhere with more space, our drivers handle moves of all sizes. Harbourside’s mix of historic and modern buildings presents varied access challenges, from narrow quaysides to underground parking. Experienced drivers understand how to work efficiently in these settings.
Residents moving from Harbourside often look to areas offering more space or different character. The neighbouring area of Southville attracts those seeking a more residential neighbourhood while staying close to the centre. Moves to Bedminster are popular for buyers wanting more affordable housing with good transport links. For those looking uphill, Clifton provides Georgian elegance and village atmosphere. The vibrant streets of Cotham draw moves from Harbourside residents wanting period properties and a neighbourhood feel. Some move to Easton for its creative community and more affordable Victorian terraces. Harbourside’s central position means moves can easily reach any part of Bristol. Properties along Hannover Quay, Canon’s Road, and around the Arnolfini see regular turnover. The Wapping Wharf development has added new apartment buildings, while converted properties along the floating harbour remain highly sought-after. Access considerations around pedestrianised areas and one-way systems require local knowledge.
Our drivers cover the whole of Bristol and surrounding areas, from the waterfront to the suburbs and beyond. Whether your move stays central or takes you further out, we’re ready to help. Here are some other areas we operate in around Bristol.
Local man and van drivers covering Harbourside and the surrounding area.
Bristol, Cotham
Bristol, Easton
Bristol, Eastville
Bristol, Windmill Hill
Bristol, Emersons Green
Cardiff
Bath, City Centre
Newport, St Julians