Lock Stock Self Storage are pleased to announce the acquisition of a leading storage provider in the North-West of England that will see the firm grow significantly in a new market.

Following the successful purchase, Lock Stock has now acquired ‘U Lock It’ and all three of its sites across Cheshire, further adding to the growing network in the region.

The bold new venture will see Lock Stock – the largest container storage provider in the UK – grow further and take the company to over 5,000 storage units across the now 31 sites.

The acquired sites are located in Runcorn, Lostock and Wincham, adding to the recently opened Winsford site as Lock Stock continues to expand into Cheshire and the wider North-West of England.

“This is a significant investment for us and something we’re really pleased to have now completed” said Operations Manager Mike Trow.

“We’ve worked with U Lock It over the last few months to ensure a smooth transition for customers and everything is now in place as we take over the three new sites.

U Lock It Runcorn

“Those arriving at the sites will notice changes to signage and branding over the next few weeks, but what won’t change is the excellent service provided to them previously – we’ll only work to enhance their experience”.

In recent years, Lock Stock has expanded across the border counties and now focuses on the North-West with the aim of opening ten new sites before 2026, with three U Lock It sites and the opening of Winsford marking four of that target midway through 2025.

Lock Stock Self Storage began operating in 2000 and celebrates 25 years of business this year. The first site in Denbigh has grown rapidly in that time, with 24 Towns and Cities featuring in the firm’s wide network since then. 

Lock Stock would like to thank U Lock It for their cooperation during the purchasing phase and handover period of the acquisition, and we look forward immensely to serving the people of Runcorn, Lostock and Wincham.