Arrange Moving to Glasgow Now
Relocating to Glasgow
Moving to Glasgow from Canada is an exciting change, with its historic villages, rolling hills, and access to the sea. “Glaswegians” are well known for their engaging welcome for those moving to Glasgow. Planning ahead makes a big difference. Bekins Worldwide, using its decades of international move experience and expertise, is here to help you, with both the best time of year to move and what to expect on the day you move into your new residence.
The best months to move in, are February through May with there average temperature, sun and participation then a reasonable expectaion. Unfortunately, to arrive at that time, shipping possessions via container across the Atlantic in winter can be problematic. Especially for lacquer finished furniture, and securely packing the container is more important to deal with the ever shifting caused by the winter weather and oceans.
Glasgow grew, fueled by industrial demand, until the late 1960’s. Highlanders, Irish, Polish and Indian labour came, managing to adapt Scottish perspectives and accents. While the city has rebuilt itself since then, it continues to maintaina cost of living significantly lower than neightbouring Edinburgh. Both retain historic architecture (i.e. Glasgow Victorian while Edinburgh medieval and Georgian), unique landmarks, museums and traditions, yet each feels distinct. Glasgow universities are known for business, engineering and sciences while Edinburgh for social, medical and humanities. Glasgow is working class comfort while Edinburgh has a government and tourism (i.e. the 2nd most visited city behind London) feel.
The Scots do speak English, along with a language and vernacular all their own. Folks in Glasgow have a thicker Scottish accent than other areas, along with phrases that are best understood by just asking. The thing here is you can expect straight up and friendly explanations. Words like “cludgie”, “taps off”, “gaun yersel” and “pure baltic” come to mind. Glasgow conversations are unique, verbose, engaging and a glorious part of Scotland.
Moving from Canada to Glasgow is a big step, and with careful planning, the transition can be smooth and even enjoyable. Coordinating your move in, together with the various registrations for local services, make having a cell phone already established a real benefit. Luckily you will be pleasantly surprised at just how reasonable the rates and monthly plans are compared to Canada. Regardless, accommodations do tend to be smaller with total space and access challenging. Move items that best match your new available space. Simply put, take only those items that bring real joy to your life.
To check the Weather in Glasgow… Click Here
More Help With Moving to Glasgow
• Cost Of Living in Glasgow
• City of Glasgow
• Required eVisa
• Vehicle Importation Information
• UK Consulate – Vancouver
• UK Consulate – Calgary
• UK Consulate – Toronto
• UK Consulate – Ottawa
To make a call to Glasgow
• Dial 011 (outside North America)
• Dial 44 (code for the UK)
• Dial 141 (Glasgow area code)
• Dial local the phone number
or the cell phone number
In the Scotland use 999 for emergencies.