Charitable Work
Britannia Movers charitable fundraising
Britannia Movers is a cooperative organisation working on both local and international levels, so we have always looked to support small charities rooted in the communities we serve as well as fundraising for well-known nationwide and international organisations. The team members in our 40+ local depots plan and carry out their own fundraisers throughout the year, often linked to charities and causes that are personal to them. From sponsoring road safety programs for schools to aiding major charities in the developing world, all Britannia Member companies are committed to making a positive impact. Here are just a few of our recent fundraisers:
Britannia Lanes’ Justin ran the London Marathon
Justin Miles, General Manager at Britannia Lanes of Cornwall, tackled the London Marathon in April 2024. He took on this incredible challenge in memory of his Mum, Diane, who sadly passed away. Justin’s chosen charity was Macmillan Cancer Support, and he raised an astonishing £4,000.
Britannia Bearsbys’ Michael boxed for Breast Cancer
Michael Hart, Operations Manager at Britannia Bearsbys in Kent, took part in a charity boxing match in March 2024. Not only did he raise an incredible £850 in support of Breast Cancer UK but he also won his match in the second round. His son Oakley supported him throughout his training.
Britannia Movers’ Gavin conquered Box Hill for the RBA
Britannia’s Sales Director Gavin McCarthy regularly tackles terrifying cycling challenges to support the fantastic work of the Removers Benevolent Association. Last year he scaled Surrey’s infamous Box Hill ten times in a row, which equated to 24kms of solid climbing and raised a huge £2,330.
Britannia Beckwith’s Becca jumped out of a plane
Becca Clark, Self Store Manager at Britannia Beckwith, took on a terrifying skydive to raise money for The Brain Tumour Charity. Her courageous effort was driven by a personal connection to the cause, as the charity was providing support to her beloved Nan, Sue. She raised an astounding £6,030.
Fun triathlon raised £5,000 in Copenhagen
At our Annual Conference in Copenhagen, our Britannia members and partners participated in a fun triathlon consisting of a run, a lengthy stretch on a pedalo and a cycling challenge. They raised a very impressive £5,000 which was donated equally to the Callm Fund and the National Kidney Federation.
Britannia Reeves crew walked on fire
The amazing team at Britannia Reeves, our Petersfield depot, took part in a terrifying fire walk challenge. They walked on hot coal to raise money for The Rainbow Centre who support children with Cerebral Palsy as well as adults with conditions like Parkinson’s and Multiple Sclerosis.
The Britannia Team took a pie in the face
The Britannia Movers central office team came together for a charity event that brought laughter, generosity and more than a little custard! Inspired by a staff member’s personal connection to the Children’s Liver Disease Foundation, several brave colleagues volunteered to have custard pies thrown in their faces—all in the name of raising funds for this important cause.
As part of the charity’s Big Yellow Friday event, the team also created a yellow-themed hamper, which was raffled off to further boost donations.
Shortly afterwards they held an auction at Britannia’s annual conference which raised substantial funds for the charity. A grand total of £5,137 was raised, contributing significantly to the Children’s Liver Disease Foundation’s vital work.
Britannia Movers supporting charities with skills and resources
At Britannia Movers, we believe in actively supporting organisations and charities in a variety of different ways. Donations in-kind range from providing free packing materials and transport to offering complimentary storage space, and we’re even willing to lend a hand at community events where time allows. Many of our Member companies have been serving their local areas for decades, and they will help good causes wherever possible.
Britannia Devereux shipped donations to Africa
The lovely team at Britannia Devereux, our Cleveland branch, support a local charity project by providing free international shipping for food and knitwear to pre-school children in South Africa. These items are donated by the Rotary Club of Retford and local volunteers.
Britannia Leatherbarrows support pier to pier swim
Every year for over a decade, the dedicated team at our Britannia Leatherbarrows depot donate staff and vehicles to transport all the swimmers’ luggage for the Pier-to-Pier swim event. This amazing charity event is hosted annually in aid of the British Heart Foundation.
Britannia Beckwith donated boxes for lifejackets
The team at Britannia Beckwith assisted the United Nations Association Eastbourne with a donation of boxes which were used to transport lifejackets to Uganda. The lifejackets were delivered to AFALU (Assoc. of Fishers and Lake Users of Uganda) in Entebbe.
