How Self Storage Works

What is Self Storage?

Self Storage is a relatively recent service industry in the UK. Self Storage centres have a selection of room sizes that you can hire from a locker up to the size of a tennis court or larger, short or long term. You bring your goods or possessions to the storage centre, lock them in the room and come and go as you please during opening hours. You are the only key holder. You can store almost anything - please see here for a list of items which cannot be stored.

The best way to find out how Self Storage works at Safestore is to drop into any of our storage centres. To find the most convenient storage centre you can use the location finder on this website. All our storage centres have a fully trained team who would be delighted to show you around and answer any queries and questions you might have. If it's not convenient to drop in please don't hesitate to contact us by telephone or email.

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Self Storage has never been so easy

Select a store

To find your nearest store, enter a location and choose from 122 stores nationwide. Stores are open 7 days a week with 24 hour access to many safe and secure storage rooms.
Choose your room size and length of stay

Choose a storage room size and tell us how long you need it for. We have videos and sizing tools to help you with flexible and secure options for storing from as little as one week.
Reserve your room

To ensure your selected room is available, you can reserve your room for free online, by phone or in store – no commitment.
Packing & Transport

We offer various packing materials to make sure your belongings are secure and well packed, and we can also provide transport options to help you move your things safely to our store.
Move in

You should arrive at store with ID, sign your storage agreement and arrange insurance cover. Then you’re ready to move into your storage room. You’re the sole key holder and all our rooms are secure and covered by 24 hour recorded CCTV and intruder alarms.

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A journey through storage (animated video)

Get a quote today

Whether you’re looking for a long term solution or just storage for a week, Safestore has the perfect solution to meet your needs. Get in contact with one of our team and begin your hassle-free move today.

To find your local store and to get a 'quick' quote simply enter your town, city or postcode in the search box above.

Do get in touch if you have any questions. You can contact your local store direct or check out our FAQs.

Experts in self storage and great customer service

We excel in providing you with exactly the right storage room for your needs, ensuring you never pay for space you don't need. Our consistently high customer service standards are backed up by an independent customer review company, Feefo, who have awarded us a 'Gold Trusted Merchant' award for the last two years.

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Storing business items with us can help your business grow

Select a store

To find your nearest store, enter a location and choose from 120 stores nationwide. Stores are open 7 days a week with 24 hour access to many safe and secure storage rooms.
Choose your room size and length of stay

Choose a storage unit size and tell us how long you need it for. We have videos and sizing tools to help you with flexible and secure options for storing from as little as one week. If you'd like an office space from which to run your business, please locate your chosen store and give us a call.
Reserve your room

To ensure your selected room is available, you can reserve your room online, by phone or in store - no deposit required – no commitment.
Packing & Transport

We offer a range of packing materials to make sure your goods are securely packed. We also offer a range of transport options to help you move your things to our stores along with access to large loading bays, goods lifts, pallet trucks and a forklift service in selected stores.
Move in

You should arrive at store with ID and sign your flexible storage contract. Then you’re ready to move into your storage room. You’re the sole key holder and all rooms are secure and covered by 24 hour recorded CCTV, fire and intruder alarms. Plus, we can accept deliveries on your behalf to help you run your business more smoothly.

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A guide to business self storage in the UK by Safestore staff

Watch our video guide to business storage with Safestore

Is your business expanding or simply overstocked? Need space for stock, equipment, promotional material or archive documents? Need to free up valuable office or work space? Renovating, relocating or decorating your business?

There are dozens of reasons why you might need somewhere to store your goods. Find out how Safestore can help you and your business.