Moving to Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona is the capital city of the autonomous community of Catalonia in Spain and Spain's second most populated city, with a population of 1.6 million within its administrative limits. Its urban area extends beyond the administrative city limits with a population of around 4 (...)

Located on the Mediterranean shoreline of north-eastern Spain, Barcelona is the economic, cultural and administrative capital of Catalonia. It is a city that is steeped in historical and cultural significance and is the home to a variety of artistic and architectural treasures. Many of the famous works by the great names in modern art and architecture such as Dali, Gaudi, Miro and Picasso are to be found there in abundance, making Barcelona one of the world’s most culturally significant cities.
The city is very cosmopolitan and dynamic, and a cultural hotspot, hence the cost of living in Barcelona is higher than other parts of Spain. As the capital of Catalonia, you will find that most road signs, metro instructions and other public notices are written in Catalan and not Spanish. Being a port city, the economy of Barcelona is stable and supports a large modern transport infrastructure. Barcelona’s prosperous lifestyle attracts many multinational companies and foreign businesses along with the city's huge tourism industry. The Banking and logistics sectors are particularly big in Barcelona, and the city is undertaking the regeneration of the Poblenou district into an IT and technology hub, in the style of Silicon Valley, as Barcelona plans for future economic growth.
With a population of around 1.6 million, Barcelona benefits from a stable Mediterranean climate, temperatures are warm in summer (between 25 ºC and 35 ºC) and mild during winter (rarely below 0 °C).
Lastly, remember that home is what you make of it and if you need assistance organising your relocation then give the team at Pollards a call. We specialise in taking the headache out of the moving process, so you can focus on more important things, like getting acclimatised to your amazing new city.
Frequently Asked Questions
We have answered a wide range of Questions for your ConvenienceQ. When should I arrange a quotation?
Q. How is the cost calculated?
Q. How long is the removal quote valid for?
Our quotations are valid for 28 days.
Q. What does the quote include?
Q. Do Pollards cover the whole of the UK?
Yes Pollards are situated in the heart of the country and with our central location the UK and Ireland is easily accessible for covering the entire region.
Q. Is there insurance available for goods in transit?
Q. Are any items prohibited from my shipment?
Q. What if I am shipping an endangered species requiring a CITES permit?
Q. Can you ship my motor vehicle?
Q. Can I take my pets?
Yes we can arrange this for you through a pet transfer specialist
Q. Can I track my shipment online?
Yes online shipment tracking enables you to monitor your consignment whilst in transit.
Q. Do Pollards pack and unpack all my possessions?
Q. Can I pack my own possessions?
Some countries no longer accept shipments that are packed by the owner for security reasons. In addition, any damage incurred to items you packed yourself may not be covered by transit insurance. Please note that owner packed items will be rigorously examined by the destination customs and/or quarantine authorities. We strongly advise that you let Pollards pack all of your household items and personal effects. All Pollards crews are professionally trained and have years of experience packing people's precious belongings.
Q. What happens to my things when they arrive at their destination?
When you arrive at your new location, you will be contacted by the local agent, who will coordinate the inbound clearance, confirm the status of the goods, organise a date for delivery and discuss any storage requirements.