August bank holiday is one of the busiest weekends of the year at Tilley Street, so van hire needs a little more planning than usual. We open Monday to Saturday from 8am to 4pm and close on Sundays. As a result, a Monday bank holiday changes both your collection and your return. If you are arranging van hire in Warrington for the end of the month, this guide will save you a wasted trip.
Planning Around Our Depot Hours
The main thing that catches people out is assuming a bank holiday works like any other weekend. It does not. In fact, a three-day weekend often means collecting on Saturday and returning on Tuesday. You can confirm the exact date on the official GOV.UK bank holidays page.
Every van stays within 3.5 tonnes, so a car licence covers it. In other words, the calendar is the constraint, not the vehicle.
Why the Monday Matters Most
Most people focus on collection and forget the return. Yet the Monday is the day everyone wants the van. So, if you have a clearance or garden project that runs until dusk, keep the van for that whole day and return it when we reopen.
Collecting on the Saturday
Saturday morning is our busiest time, and the last Saturday of August is busier still. Therefore, arrive at 8am rather than midday. Bring your photocard licence and DVLA check code, as our guide on what to bring when you collect your hire van explains.
Tail Lift or Extra Length
A Luton van with tail lift suits heavy single items when you are working alone. On the other hand, an extra long wheelbase van suits long items such as decking boards or wardrobe frames.
Access matters too. Driveways around Great Sankey van hire estates often suit a Luton. Meanwhile, tighter streets near Penketh van hire areas may favour a panel van.
Book Your August Bank Holiday Van Early
Lutons and long wheelbase vans go first over a bank holiday. In addition, booking two weeks ahead earns an advance discount on selected vans, shown on our van hire special offers page. Most vans need no deposit.
For August bank holiday hire, call 01925 396 222 with what you are moving and when you need to finish. Alternatively, use the contact us page.
