IKEA is reshaping its UK footprint with the rapid rollout of three smaller-format stores in Harlow, Norwich, and Chester, signalling a fresh era of convenience and accessibility. These stores, housed in former Homebase sites, will feature around 5,000 curated product lines with up to 3,000 items available for immediate purchase, plus design planning services and click-and-collect capability.
As IKEA brings iconic designs closer to everyday shoppers, Movevan is perfectly positioned to offer the logistics that match this new accessibility. Planning an IKEA collection and delivery or booking same day van hire to transport flat‑packs or showroom finds? Movevan ensures your move is hassle‑free.
Why IKEA’s smaller stores make Movevan even more vital
IKEA’s compact formats promise entry-level access and convenience; ideal for quick purchases or local browsing, but what about getting your finds home?
- Convenient pick-up locations: These new IKEA stores support click-and-collect, meaning customers often leave with a van‑load of furniture and boxes.
- Limited in-store loading facilities: Smaller layouts mean fewer trollies and loading docks, making same day van hire a practical necessity.
- Reach across the full range: Many items may need to be ordered online and delivered, Movevan steps in to ensure secure IKEA collection and delivery from store or depots.
IKEA expansion overview: what’s new and where
New compact stores in 2025
- Harlow (Essex): officially opened 24 July as the first of three smaller-format stores.
- Norwich (Norfolk): set to open in August in Hall Road Retail Park.
- Chester (Cheshire): planned later in the year at Greyhound Retail Park.
Each outlet brings IKEA into community retail centres, blending accessibility with curated design services.
Flagship city‑centre updates
- Oxford Street, London: the new flagship store spans three floors, showcasing around 6,000 product lines with a Swedish deli, live events space, and dedicated design consultations. About 3,500 items available to take away immediately, with the rest order‑enabled.
How Movevan complements your IKEA trip
Seamless IKEA collection and delivery
Once you’ve made your design decisions or click‑and‑collect purchase, Movevan can provide tailored transport:
- Secure loading of flat-packed furniture.
- Delivery timed to your preferred schedule.
- Furniture delivery services that handle bulky or delicate items with care.
Same day van hire for IKEA haul
Ideal for those quick in-store visits:
- Reliable vans ready for pick-up when you are.
- No waiting, just a quick IKEA trip and straight to home or storage.
- Alternative solution where public transport or own cars aren’t viable.
Safe handling from showroom to door
Your new furniture deserves care:
- Carefully packed and loaded by trained staff.
- Flexible delivery to multi-store locations or straight to your address.
- Support for assembly-ready moves, reducing transit risk.
Practical tips for IKEA-based moves
- Visit the smaller-format store nearest you; examples include Harlow, Norwich, Oxford Street, for immediate collection or planning.
- Consider whether your items require full‑size transport or can fit in a standard van.
- Book Movevan in advance for van hire on the same day, especially for larger items or weekend pickups.
- Opt for packaging protection even for quick city hauls, Movevan provides blankets, straps, and secure loading.
- For orders placed online, align delivery with Movevan scheduling to streamline cross-town or regional transport.
Why Movevan suits IKEA shoppers
- Local flexibility: We’re ideal for IKEA’s increasingly decentralised format; click-and-collect needs met with quick logistics.
- Speed and reliability: Same day van hire means no waiting; even after office hours or weekends.
- Low‑stress transfers: Forget fussing over how to get a KALLAX shelf or METOD cabinet home, Movevan handles the heavy lifting.
- Professional handling: No damage, no hassle, just efficient delivery from store (or depot) to doorstep.
A snapshot of IKEA’s shift in UK retail
- IKEA is moving from big-box stores toward smaller retail‑park venues, reducing travel times and offering curated ranges of up to 5,000 items.
- Oxford Street, part of IKEA’s flagship revision, opened in May with urban design consultation spaces and both takeaway and sit-in Swedish food outlets.
- Some prior Plan & Order Points like Stockport and Aintree are closing to make way for better-suited formats that offer full product availability and returns services.
Transforming your IKEA purchase into a Movevan move
Imagine this:
Sarah visits the new IKEA in Harlow late afternoon, picks up a flat-packed PAX wardrobe and some modular bedroom storage. She books same day van hire via Movevan, arrives to pick up her goods, and by evening it’s delivered to her flat, securely loaded and ready for assembly.
Or, Simon plans a bespoke kitchen using IKEA’s in-store design studio. He orders the fittings online, and Movevan collects from the Plan & Order Point in York or Norwich and delivers to his home for him to install.
IKEA is reinventing UK retail with smaller-format stores, making shopping more local and convenient than ever. But when it comes to moving furniture, cross-town deliveries or weekend pickups, having the right transport makes all the difference.
With Movevan, you get:
- Expert transport for your IKEA collection and delivery.
- Flexible, reliable same day van hire to suit your schedule.
- Professional handling from store to home.
No stress, no delays; only a smooth journey for your flat‑packs and furniture.
Considering a trip to your local IKEA small‑format outlet? Contact Movevan today to reserve your vehicle or plan your delivery.
Credits: furniturenews.net
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