Our 40ft storage container is the perfect solution for your storage needs, whether it's for personal or business use. At just £16 per week, this cost-effective option offers a generous 320 sq. ft of space, providing plenty of room for all your belongings. The minimum hire period is 3 months, giving you the flexibility to store your items for as long as needed. Equipped with vents to help with air circulation, you can trust that your belongings will stay well-ventilated and in great condition while in storage.

40FT PRICING & SPECIFICATIONS

Save £2,200-6,400 Per Year vs Traditional Storage

On-site access
No monthly warehouse fees
Flexible rental terms

40ft Container Commercial Use Cases

A 40ft storage container provides 320 square feet of secure, weatherproof space - ideal for businesses needing cost-effective storage without long-term warehouse commitments.

Retail & E-Commerce

Seasonal inventory overflow
Stock storage between warehouses
Returns processing area
Packaging materials storage

Typical savings: £3,000-5,000/year vs warehouse rental

Construction Sites

Tools and equipment storage
Building materials protection
On-site secure lockup
Project duration flexibilit

Benefit: 24/7 on-site access, no travel time to off-site storage

Manufacturing

Raw materials storage
Finished goods overflow
Equipment and machinery
Archive and document storage

Capacity: Holds approx 10-12 pallets of goods

Events & Hospitality

Event equipment storage
Furniture and fixtures
Catering equipment overflow
Seasonal business storage

Flexibility: Rent only for busy season, return off-season

Trade Services

Plumbing/electrical supplies
Vehicle parts storage
Workshop equipment
Mobile business storage

Security: Lockbox included, add your own padlock

Office Relocations

Furniture temporary storage
IT equipment secure storage
Archive boxes and files
Phased move flexibility

Convenience: Can be placed at new location before move

UK-Wide Delivery for 40ft Containers

We deliver 40ft containers across the UK, not just London. Our national network ensures reliable delivery to your business location within 7-10 days of booking.

Coverage includes: Greater London, South East England, Midlands, North West, Yorkshire, Scotland. Contact us for delivery to your specific UK location.

40ft storage container

£16.00

£12 per week

Min 12 weeks hire

Vents to help with air circulation

320 sq. ft area
We use fully-trained hiab lorry drivers to deliver containers to your desired location. These lorries can place a container up to 8m away from the side of the lorry, we will make sure to communicate with you beforehand to ensure sufficient space is available. Our staff will work closely with you to make it a smooth process.

All equipment is normally offloaded off to the side of the vehicle, and a 8m width is required for offloading. It is important we are made aware of any potential difficulties associated with delivery/collection of a unit. Please check the next tab DELIVERY CHECKLIST.
1. How much does it cost to rent a 40ft container?

Renting a 40ft storage container costs £16 per week with a minimum hire period of 12 weeks. This works out to:

Weekly: £16 per week

Monthly: £69 per month

12 weeks minimum: £192 total

6 months: £416 total

12 months: £832 per year

With 320 square feet of space, this equals just £0.22 per square foot per month - significantly cheaper than warehouse or self-storage alternatives which cost £0.78-1.88 per sq ft.

2. Is a 40ft container cheaper than warehouse rental?

Yes, dramatically cheaper. A 40ft container provides 320 square feet for £69 per month (£832/year), while equivalent warehouse space in the UK typically costs £400-600 per month (£4,800-7,200/year).

Annual savings: £3,900-6,400 with container rental vs warehouse

Additional benefits:

No long-term lease commitments (minimum 12 weeks)

On-site at your location (no travel costs)

Wind and watertight protection

24/7 access to your goods

Flexible extension or early return

3. What can fit in a 40ft storage container?

A 40ft container provides 320 square feet (28 square metres) and 67 cubic metres of storage space. Capacity examples:

Household: Contents of a 4-5 bedroom house

Pallets: 10-12 standard UK pallets (1200x1000mm)

Office: 40-50 desks, chairs, and filing cabinets

Retail: Seasonal stock for medium-sized shop

Construction: Full set of tools and equipment for 3-4 tradespeople

Vehicles: 2 cars or 1 small van

Internal dimensions: 12m long x 2.3m wide x 2.3m high (accessible through 2.34m wide doors)

4. Do you deliver 40ft containers across the UK?

Yes, we deliver 40ft containers throughout the UK, not just London. Our delivery network covers:

London & South East: All London boroughs, Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Essex, Hertfordshire

South West: Bristol, Somerset, Devon, Cornwall, Gloucestershire

Midlands: Birmingham, Coventry, Leicester, Nottingham, Derby

North: Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield, Newcastle

Scotland: Glasgow, Edinburgh and central belt areas

Delivery typically takes 7-10 days from booking. We use fully-trained Hiab lorry drivers who can place containers precisely at your location (up to 8m from the vehicle). Surcharges may apply for difficult access locations or remote areas - contact us for a specific quote for your UK location.

5. What's included in 40ft container rental price?

Delivery: Within 7-10 days to your UK location

Hiab crane placement: Precise positioning up to 8 metres from delivery vehicle

Container quality: Wind and watertight guarantee, inspected before delivery

Security: Lockbox (cowl) for padlock attachment

Ventilation: Built-in vents to prevent condensation

Collection: Free collection within 7 days when your rental period ends

Flexibility: Extend rental anytime, return early if needed

Not included: VAT (20%), padlock (available for £5), delivery surcharges for difficult access, repositioning fees if container needs to be moved on your site.

Minimum hire period: 12 weeks (approximately 3 months)

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