Extra Hands for a Royal Address: White & Company at Windsor Castle

It isn’t every day you help move a home into Windsor Castle, even as a removals company with well over a century of experience!

When Barnes of Lincoln was commissioned to move a member of the clergy from Lincoln into the Horseshoe Cloisters, White & Company joined the team as a partner, supplying the extra manpower needed for a smooth, carefully managed move.

Barnes led the project; our crews supported on the ground, working to the site’s strict timings and protocols so everything reached the new home safely and on schedule.

A Brief History

Windsor Castle’s Horseshoe Cloisters blend centuries of royal architecture — moving here requires a removals company with heritage sensitivity.

Windsor Castle began its life in the 11th century under William the Conqueror and has grown in association with the monarchy ever since, becoming one of the UK’s most iconic locations.

Within the Lower Ward, tucked beside St George’s Chapel, the Horseshoe Cloisters curve in a distinctive sweep of brick and timber and a wonderful example of architectural history.

Their origins lie in the late 15th century, with a major Victorian restoration in the 1870s that shaped much of what visitors recognise today.

This is not just a historic backdrop; it’s a living community in the heart of the Castle.

Preparing for Access

Every crew member and vehicle underwent security checks before entering Windsor Castle — access planning was essential.

Moves into the Cloisters are carefully controlled.

Entry required royal approval, full identification checks for everyone attending, and pre-registered vehicles to pass through the gate.

The overall relocation spanned four days from start to finish, but all deliveries into the Cloisters had to happen on a single Wednesday, the window available for the residence.

That timetable set the tempo for everything that followed.

Delivery Day

White & Company supported Barnes of Lincoln on-site, providing extra manpower for a smooth, deadline-driven delivery to the Cloisters.

White & Company’s role was specific and straightforward: provide additional crew for Barnes of Lincoln on delivery day.

Our teams worked under Barnes’ direction throughout, adding the extra hands needed to keep momentum steady from vehicle to doorway, and up into the home.

The destination was a four-storey cloister house served by an internal spiral stair—the kind of feature that requires careful handling and clear communication at every step.

Working Quietly in a Special Location

Crews adapted to the serene chapel surroundings, maintaining respect and care while manoeuvring items into the four-storey home.

The Cloisters sit within earshot of daily chapel life, so the tone on site matters.

Crews moved thoughtfully, kept routes tidy, and maintained a respectful pace that matched the setting.

By the close of the day, we’d placed the core items and cleared the way, so settling in could begin straightaway.

Partnership That Delivers

This joint effort between Barnes of Lincoln and White & Company shows what experienced removals companies can achieve through collaboration.

This was Barnes of Lincoln’s project from the first survey to the final placement.

White & Company was proud to support as a trusted partner, providing the manpower to meet a tight access window at a sensitive, high-profile address.

It was a privilege to play our part in a move that brushes so directly against Britain’s history and it was a move we won’t forget.

Planning a Complex Move?

If you’re relocating to a site with limited access, special permissions or narrow delivery windows, we can help!

To learn more about our partner network, start with Barnes of Lincoln.

Start planning your move with White & Company today. Simply head over to our contact us page to get in touch.

Max Peterson

Max is a seasoned writer and blogger in the real estate and home moving sectors, as well as a knowledgeable source of information for expatriates living and working abroad. His detailed insights have helped thousands of people move and live abroad with greater simplicity and ease.