When most people think of self storage, they picture boxes of old photos and seasonal decorations gathering dust. But self storage has become the go-to solution for some surprisingly specific needs. Here are five uses you might not have considered.

 

Motorcycle Storage

British winters aren’t kind to motorcycles. Road salt, damp conditions, and freezing temperatures can wreak havoc on paintwork and mechanical components. Yet many bikers lack garage space, leaving their pride and joy exposed to the elements or taking up valuable room in the house.

Outdoor containers provide secure, ground-level storage that’s perfect for bikes. You can ride straight up to your unit, roll the bike in, and lock it away for the season. The steel construction deters thieves far better than a garden shed or tarpaulin, and you don’t need to worry about manoeuvring a heavy motorcycle up a ramp or through awkward doors. Some riders store multiple bikes, their gear, and maintenance equipment all in one place.

 

Camping Gear

The camping and overlanding community has exploded in recent years, but all that gear has to go somewhere between trips. Roof tents, awnings, recovery boards, portable fridges, and cooking equipment quickly overwhelm garages and spare rooms. Add in seasonal items like winter sleeping bags or summer kayaks, and storage becomes a real headache.

Container storage suits outdoor enthusiasts perfectly because it’s built for bulky, hardy equipment. You can store everything from dirty boots to full-size roof boxes without worrying about messing up indoor spaces. The drive up access means loading your vehicle before a trip is straightforward – simply back up, load your kit, and go. It’s also significantly cheaper than upgrading to a house with a larger garage, and you can downsize your storage as needed.

 

Event Planning Storage

Event planners and small catering businesses face a unique storage challenge: they need space for bulky equipment that’s only used intermittently. Trestle tables, chair covers, staging, gazebos, and portable bars take up serious room, but commercial warehouse space is often prohibitively expensive for small operations.

Container storage bridges this gap brilliantly. The ground level access is essential when you’re loading vans with dozens of chairs or heavy staging equipment. Security matters when you’re storing thousands of pounds worth of kit, and steel containers offer far better protection than domestic garages.

Several event businesses use containers as their main operational base, organising stock by event type and accessing it as needed. It’s a fraction of the cost of commercial premises whilst providing all the practical benefits.

 

Inheritance and House Clearances

When elderly relatives downsize or families inherit house contents, the result is often a collection of substantial furniture pieces that nobody has immediate room for. Antique dining tables, wardrobes, and sideboards are too valuable to discard but too bulky for most homes. The pressure to clear properties quickly only compounds the problem.

Container storage offers breathing room, literally and figuratively. The robust construction protects valuable furniture from theft, whilst ground level access means you won’t damage that inherited mahogany sideboard getting it into storage.

It’s affordable and convenient for medium term storage whilst you decide what to keep, sell, or restore. Many people use containers to store house clearance items temporarily, gradually sorting through possessions without the pressure of estate agent deadlines or the expense of keeping an empty property.

 

Wedding Decoration and Equipment Storage

Anyone who’s planned a wedding knows the sheer volume of stuff involved. From centrepieces and signage to lighting rigs and sound equipment, couples often find themselves drowning in decorative items months before the big day.

And if you’re the DIY type or hiring items to save money, your spare room quickly becomes an obstacle course of easels, arbours, and artificial flowers.

Container storage offers a practical solution here. Ground level access means you can load heavy items like wooden backdrops or crates of glassware without lugging them up stairs or through narrow corridors, and you can drive right up to collect what you need for venue visits or the actual wedding day. Not to mention that after the wedding you’ve got somewhere to store everything whilst you decide what to sell or save for friends.

 

Storage That Suits You

Whatever your specific need for storage is – we can help. We have a range of unit sizes, and all our sites are secure with 24/7 CCTV monitoring and gated access. If you would like to find out more then get in touch with us today.