Getting a removals quote should feel reassuring, not suspicious. Yet plenty of people in Brompton only discover extra charges after the boxes are packed, the kettle is unplugged, and the moving day is already in motion.

Moving out of a South Kensington flat sounds simple enough until you meet the reality of Brompton's narrow staircases, tight entrances, awkward mews access, and the sort of parking situation that makes everyone glance at the clock.

If you are planning a move around Brompton Road SW3, you already know this part of London can be a bit tricky in the best and worst ways.