What is Long Term Storage?
Long-term storage in the UK refers to renting a space in a storage facility for several months or even years. This is in contrast to short-term storage, which typically lasts up to three months.
It’s an easy solution for people who don’t need daily access to their belongings and want them kept safe and secure, but accessible when required.
Common reasons for choosing secure long-term storage include:
- Storing furniture during an extended house move or downsizing
- Keeping household belongings safe during long-term travel or overseas relocation
- Protecting business stock or equipment without the cost of commercial leases
- Freeing up valuable space at home or in the office
Why Store With Us?
At Wigwam, you can be rest assured that your personal belongings are in the best care. From our wide variety of unit sizes to our secure, safe and ultra-modern facility, we are dedicated to designing a self storage experience that exceeds your expectations in every way.
Our top-notch facility, unrivalled security and superb customer service has made us a top choice for students, families and homeowners. Here are just a few other reasons why Wigwam’s personal storage solutions are unmatched:
- Free access, 7 days a week
- Short and long term contracts
- Units sizes ranging from 10 sq ft to 300 sq ft
- Competitive prices
- Friendly and helpful team on hand to help
- Safe and secure storage units with 24-hour CCTV monitoring
- Quick and easy to access location
- Packaging materials and padlocks for sale
Benefits of Long-Term Self Storage
Choosing long-term self storage at Wigwam offers many advantages:
- Cost-Effective: Storing with Wigwam is much cheaper than leasing a commercial storage facility that comes with business rates and utility costs. Wigwam provides cheap long-term storage units without hidden fees.
- Security: Our sites feature CCTV, controlled access and individually alarmed units, giving you confidence that your belongings are safe in secure long-term storage.
- Space Management: Free up space at home or work while keeping your items close by.
- Flexibility: A wide choice of unit sizes means you can scale up or down as your needs change.
- Well-Run Facilities: Store your items in a clean, dry and professionally managed environment.
Call our helpful team on 0800 254 5585 and speak about your long-term storage options today.
When to Use Long-term Storage
Long-term household storage and business storage can be helpful during many life stages and situations.
Here are some common uses:
- Moving House Storage: Ideal if you’re between homes, downsizing, or waiting for your new property to be ready.
- Home Renovation Storage: Protect furniture and valuables from dust, dirt and damage during building works.
- Business Storage: Perfect for long-term business storage such as stock, tools or archived documents.
- Life Events Storage: Whether you’re travelling, welcoming a new baby, or relocating abroad, long-term storage near me provides a safe and reliable solution.
Anyone, whether a local business or a growing family, looking for affordable long-term storage in a safe and accessible location can trust Wigwam Self Storage. Check out our our self storage locations page.
Choosing the Right Long-Term Storage Unit
The right long-term storage units depend on what you’re storing and how much space you need.
Think about:
- Size of Items: Bulky and awkward furniture will need more room than uniformly stacked boxes.
- Frequency of Access: Will you store and leave your items, or would you need extended access hours?
- Security: Longer stays at a storage facility mean you need to ensure they have reliable and modern security features, including 24/7 monitoring and strict access controls.
Need some personal help finding the right fit? Call the Wigwam team on 0800 254 5585 to get started.
Where to find Wigwam Long-Term Storage in the UK
See our all our self storage locations in England:
Frequently Asked Questions
The price of long-term storage in the UK depends on four key factors:
- Location: Some facilities are in higher-demand areas, which makes them more expensive.
- Unit Size: Larger units cost more but may be better value if you have lots to store.
- Length of Stay: The longer you need storage space, the higher your costs. At Wigwam, we don’t require our customers to sign a fixed-term contract, so you give us notice to end your stay whenever you are ready.
- Do You Require Contents Protection? Contents protection gives you extra peace of mind that your long-term storage items are secure. Speak to our team about your options.
Wigwam also offers promotions to make affordable long-term storage even better value. For example, some of our sites give you 50% off your first four weeks.
Get a free quote from your closest Wigwam location to find out about our current deals. You can also check out our How Much Does Self Storage Cost in the UK in 2025 page for more information.
Proper preparation is key to keeping your items in excellent condition.
Follow these tips when packing for long-term furniture storage or household storage:
- Use strong and sturdy boxes for long-term storage (visit our box shop for high-quality supplies)
- Keep an inventory list and clearly label each box so you do not forget or misplace items
- Avoid packing damp items to prevent mould, make sure clothing or furniture is both clean and dry
- Use breathable wraps and furniture covers instead of plastic, which will trap moisture and potentially cause damage to your items long-term
- Bring shelving or racking into your unit so you can make the most of the available vertical space
At Wigwam, our long-term self storage service is designed to be simple, flexible and secure.
Here’s what you can expect:
- Multiple unit sizes to suit your needs, including container storage units
- Secure, individually alarmed units with unlimited free access from 6am to 10pm
- Clean and dry facilities for maximum protection, ideal for document storage
- Flexible contracts with no long-term tie-ins
- A friendly, knowledgeable team ready to help whenever you need it
We are your trusted solution to long-term furniture storage, long-term household storage or long-term business storage. Wigwam has the right space for you today.
Call us now on 0800 254 5585 and secure your space. Find your closest Wigwam facility below.
Customer Reviews
I would definitely recommend Wigwam Self Storage to anyone looking for a safe and reliable place to store their belongings. Great service!
On top of that, the dolly trolleys are meant to be returned to a designated point after use, but in practice no one does this, so you end up hunting for one. Most of the time they’re left in a separate building I don’t have access to, meaning I have to walk around 50m through corridors and up stairs carrying my belongings just to reach my unit. I reported this to reception and was told they’d return the trolleys to the proper point, but nothing has changed.
Parking is another issue - the boxing gym attached to the building also uses the car park, so it often feels crowded.
Only use this facility if you’re desperate. Otherwise, I’d look elsewhere.
Easy to navigate the site with easy access and facilities !
Well done Wigwam!!
Transparent pricing
Very happy with the service.