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Read about the various seasons and holidays in the UK, as well as extra factors that could influence your decision when to relocate.
Moving to England is something over 260,000 people did last year. Figures are lower since the EU referendum, but nonetheless plenty of people want to move to the UK and enjoy its gorgeous scenery, friendly culture and unique sense of humour.
If you are thinking of moving to the UK there's a lot to consider, including when the best time will be to make your move. Here are some facts, tips and information about moving to England at different times of the year:
The School Term Starts In August Or September
In most of England the school term starts in September, with some areas of Scotland using an August start. This means that if you are moving with kids it could be a good idea to move well ahead of summer so that your children have time to acclimatise, and hopefully you can go and view the school too.
Things Get Manic In Certain Places At Easter, Christmas And Summer
The big holidays in the UK are Easter, Christmas and Summer which is generally the school holidays from July to September. If you are moving to a picturesque place, or somewhere that people visit to shop or spend time relaxing, you may find you're competing to explore your new place with lots of other people. Check how popular your new location is at peak times and try to plan moving at a different time.
No Season Has Guaranteed Weather
Although Summer is mostly dry sometimes, in recent years it has been a time of flooding and sometimes not much sun at all. So if you do not have children, don't be tempted to move in Summer just because of the good weather because it isn't really a guarantee at all in England.
Avoid The Busiest Time For Moving
Professional moving companies, estate agencies, surveyors and anybody else involved in house moves will be busy during prime house moving season which starts around May and ends around the end of September. If you can avoid moving during this time you will get easier access to the services you need in relation to the house you are moving into.
Avoid Competing With Tourists In Transit
When you are driving, catching a flight or coming to the UK in any other way, it is a good idea to avoid key times when lots of UK residents are returning home from their holidays. Easter, Christmas, New Year and especially Summer can be very busy at ferry crossings, airports on the roads, especially if you are coming from a location lots of Brits like to travel to for their holidays.
Moving to England is a great idea if you've fallen in love with the country, but it makes sense to move at a time that won't add any stress to the process of relocation. Follow the tips above, and do your research, so you can move in a way that minimises stress and the amount of time it takes for your family to start making amazing memories in your brand new home.
