How our self storage works

We know how daunting it can be to think about where to store your stuff, whether you’re in the middle of a house or office move, redecorating or decluttering. But finding a secure place to store your things for a long or short-term period doesn’t have to be difficult. We’re here to make storage as easy and flexible as possible, so you can focus on the more important things.

Watch our video and read the steps below – from choosing your unit size and getting a quote to managing your storage account with us – to see how simple self storage with us is.

Video Transcript
00:00 Stuff.
00:02 Everyone has it. It comes in all shapes and sizes
00:05 and sometimes you need space to store it.
00:09 And that's where we can help
00:11 because at Ready Steady Store, we're experts in storage.
00:15 So whether you want to store the contents of a warehouse,
00:18 or the contents of a wardrobe,
00:20 we have the perfect space for you.
00:22 From as little as 50p a day. You can store your stuff
00:27 with us for as long or as short a time as you need.
00:30 And because we know sometimes even the best plans can
00:33 change, we're flexible,
00:35 meaning you can change the day you move in... Or out.
00:39 No problem. As storage experts,
00:44 we've learned a few tricks along the way
00:46 so we can help you calculate exactly
00:48 how much space your stuff will really take up.
00:51 Ensuring you'll never pay for more space
00:53 than you actually need.
00:54 And if you need help bringing your stuff to our store,
00:58 we can offer you a great deal on a van, too.
01:01 We take looking after your stuff very seriously,
01:04 so all our storage facilities are protected 24 hours a
01:07 day, seven days a week.
01:10 And because only you have the key,
01:11 only you can access your storage unit and you can come
01:15 and go as you please. At Ready Steady Store,
01:19 We're proud that our customers have rated our
01:21 service Five Star.
01:23 So! If you have stuff you need to store, get a quote now
01:27 by giving us a call or going online
01:29 to let our helpful experts find the storage solution
01:32 that's right for you.
01:34 Ready Steady Store: storage for everyone.

Choose your unit size

  • Choose from over 40 different sizes of storage unit – from the size of a locker to space the size of a double or triple garage and more
  • Units are measured by the square foot area of the floor space and each one is at least 8 feet high
  • Take a look at our Size Estimator or see our helpful guide below to learn more about our different sizes
  • If you have more or less things than you first thought, you can change your unit size at any time, and at no extra cost, so you only pay for the space you need
  • If you’re unsure about the size you need, get in touch with our expert storage advisers for further advice
Ready Steady Store
Storage Unit Size Guide
Quick Reference
9–15
sq ft
Small Storage Unit

Secure storage for documents, boxes and smaller items you need to access occasionally.

Archive boxes Suitcases Seasonal items
25
sq ft
Studio / Small 1-bed

Conveniently fits the contents of a studio or small 1-bedroom flat, without bulky furniture.

Single bed Wardrobe items Desk & chair
⭐ Most popular
50
sq ft
1–2 Bedroom Flat

Reliably fits a sofa, double bed, wardrobe and around 20 boxes - our most-booked size.

Double bed Sofa Wardrobe ~20 boxes
75
sq ft
2–3 Bedroom House

Accessible storage for most contents of a family home, including larger furniture pieces.

King bed Dining set Multiple wardrobes
100
sq ft
3–4 Bedroom House

Friendly, flexible storage for larger homes - white goods, garden furniture and full room sets.

White goods Garden furniture Full house contents

Helpful tip: Most of our storage units are at least 8ft high - stack your items and furniture to make the most of the height and keep your costs down.

Not sure which size is right for you?

Use the Size Estimator

Reserve your storage unit

  • You can reserve a storage unit near you online or speak to a storage expert over the phone
  • A £10 deposit is required to reserve a unit size and guarantee your price
  • We credit the £10 to your first bill once you start storing – so it actually doesn’t cost anything to reserve
  • If you reserve and then no longer need our storage then we’ll refund you the £10

Set up My Account

Set up My Account to make moving into your storage unit even easier. My Account enables you to:

  • Enter your personal details to set up your storage account, saving you time when you move in
  • Set up a direct debit account to pay your bills online
  • Manage your storage account on-the-go
  • Update your details as necessary

Pack your items

  • It’s important to pack your items for storage to make sure that they don’t get damaged
  • We sell a wide range of great value packing materials and cardboard boxes online in our Box Shop
  • You can have items delivered directly to you

Transport your things

Move-in

  • Come to the store during our opening hours to finalise your storage agreement and you’ll get access to your storage unit right away
  • Trolleys and lifts are available as well as wide corridors to help make moving your things into your unit as easy as possible
  • The store is carefully monitored by 24/7 CCTV to ensure the security of your belongings around the clock
  • You will be provided with the Ready Steady Store App which grants access to the building and storage unit

Move-out

  • When it’s time for you to move your things out, all you need to do is give us 14 days notice
  • If you are a business customer you will need to give us 28 days notice
  • Once you have moved out of your unit we will refund you for any days that you have not used, ensuring you are only paying for the days you need