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Trusted Self Storage for 60 years
We have proven our ability to provide impeccable services time and time again, having been trusted with some of the nation’s most valuable belongings to provide safe, secure storage unit space at the most competitive rates. Other benefits of storing with us include:
- CCTV & Individually alarmed units
- Local team on hand to assist
- Immaculately clean storage facilities
- A trusted, customer friendly service
Vanguard storage is super helpful and so efficient! The whole staff are amazing
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Self Storage Units in the UK's Major Cities
We go to great lengths to ensure that our storage facilities are safe, secure and managed to high standards. We offer units in a variety of sizes from storage lockers to outdoor 20ft container storage in London and huge rooms – take a look at our storage size guide – all of which are secured with locks, access control systems, 24 hour CCTV coverage, and fire and burglar alarms.
What’s more, our London, Bristol, Bath, and Manchester facilities are among the most desirable in the country. We take immense pride in maintaining the tidiness and ambience of our storage facilities at all times. That means you can rest assured that your belongings will remain safe whilst they’re in our care, within a secure storage facility.
Vanguard Self Storage prides itself on delivering a warm, personal and professional service that truly sets it apart. We make storage safe and easy. Whether you opt for our door-to-door "man and van" service or rely on our skilled forklift drivers, rest assured, your belongings are in capable hands.
Our light, clean, and spacious lobbies offer a welcoming atmosphere where you can enjoy a complimentary hot drink and admire the restored vintage airplanes that embody the care and attention we afford to our customers and their stored items.
Storage sizing guide
Storage sizing guide
Equivalent to: A locker
This is our smallest unit, which is referred to as a locker. Lockers are ideal for storing a few boxes, suitcases or bags and are very popular with students for storage outside of term time. These small units are also ideal for businesses who need to free up a bit of space.
Dimensions may vary per unit. Please get in touch with your local branch for more details.
Equivalent to: A small van
One of our smaller units, suitable for small pieces of furniture and other small items. It is useful for students or anyone looking to store excess items from their attic or shed. Perfect for storing a small collection of business equipment, it holds up to 30 medium boxes.
Dimensions may vary per unit. Please get in touch with your local branch for more details.
Equivalent to: 1/4 of a single car garage
This is one of our more popular smaller units, suitable for small items of furniture and boxes. Ideal for those items in your home that are used seasonally or for storing away those infrequently used objects in your business, such as spare monitors, filing cabinets etc.
Dimensions may vary per unit. Please get in touch with your local branch for more details.
Equivalent to: A garden shed
This room is suitable for small consignments of furniture and boxes, and is likely to accommodate goods equivalent to those that could fit inside a typical transit van, a large garden size shed or a small one-person flat.
Dimensions may vary per unit. Please get in touch with your local branch for more details.
Equivalent to: A mid-sized van.
One of our most popular sizes, suitable for a studio flat's worth of items and furniture. Perfect if you’re getting ready to set up a small office an need a place to keep furniture and equipment until the fit-out is complete.
Dimensions may vary per unit. Please get in touch with your local branch for more details.
Equivalent to: A Luton van
This size unit is great for anyone who is clearing out a one-bedroom flat or several rooms from a small home. Ideal for boxes and furniture, as well as items from the garage, loft, or small office. You can fit a range of office equipment and furniture within this unit.
Dimensions may vary per unit. Please get in touch with your local branch for more details.
Equivalent to: A single car garage
Often used as a room to store the contents of a 2-bedroom flat or small house. This size of room also offers the convenience of circulation space if you need a room that gives space to store away or withdraw items frequently.
Dimensions may vary per unit. Please get in touch with your local branch for more details.
Equivalent to: A double car garage
This size is suitable for storage of consignments moved to store by 7.5t lorry and will normally accommodate the contents of a typical two or three-bedroom house. These units will often be found at ground floor level within our stores for additional ease of access.
Dimensions may vary per unit. Please get in touch with your local branch for more details.
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If 150sq ft isn’t enough for your requirements, don’t worry – for businesses with large storage needs we can accommodate storage rooms of up to 1,000 sq ft or more. Please get in touch with our friendly team and see what we have to offer.
Dimensions may vary per unit. Please get in touch with your local branch for more details.
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Great customer service from Marcus at the Bristol site
Tom Plant Jan 27, 2026Fantastic service, highly recommend - both Mike and Joe were brilliant. I had to get last minute storage on a Sunday and Joe was incredibly accommodating - everything was sorted on the day so a huge thank you!
M BIT Jan 26, 2026From my first visit, when Anil showed me the units and answered all my questions patiently, to Lee’s prompt delivery of boxes when Amazon left the ones I originally ordered in the rain — and then answering my SOS when I realised I needed more! Since then, Michael and Maya have…
Sarah Simson Jan 26, 2026Stored my extra things here for 3 and a half years. Great easy access. Lovely helpful people who work there. Great place to store things.
Mackenzie Dodd Jan 26, 2026Easy 👍
Rohan Reeves Jan 26, 2026Many thanks to the guys on reception at Bath and Bristol for allowing me to visit their branches to see the Vampire and Lightning.
Andrew Bayliss Jan 25, 2026I recently closed my account with you after several years of patronage. I would like to say that the service Vanguard extended to me throughout my contract has been exemplary. Everybody I came into contact with on behalf of Vanguard, treated me with courtesy and respect. In…
Tedroy Newell Jan 25, 2026I had a great experience with Vanguard Self Storage from start to finish. The process was smooth and stress-free, and a big part of that was thanks to Lee, who went above and beyond to help me arrange the right unit. He was incredibly helpful, kind, and patient, taking the time…
Haroon rhea Jan 25, 2026Last Sunday, I was in quite a bit of a state and needed storage quickly. The store was supposed to close at 4pm but I called ahead to see if they can accommodate me at such late notice and I was helped by Peter who stayed until 5pm to help me. Im really grateful and it went…
Kayleigh Ellison Jan 25, 2026Thanks Joe, Mike and Connor for the amazing service! They made the entire signup process simple and overall a pleasant experience. Highly recommend
Andre Edwards Jan 24, 2026Thank you to Micheal and Lee, they are the best! Super easy and safe, can’t reccomend more!
Yasmyna Barakat Jan 23, 2026Amazing service! Very reasonably priced and incredibly helpful staff. Both Andy and Amanda who helped organize my unit booking and man and van service. Would definitely recommend!
James Roberts Jan 23, 2026Great staff, great facility and excellent customer service.
Doruk Buyukpinar Jan 22, 2026Super easy to sort out - spoke to Lucky on the phone and Marcus got me set up when I arrived. Clean, simple and feels secure.
Chris Reeve Jan 19, 2026Great service! Friendly staff! Mike made the check out very easy! Would definitely recommend
Elisa Jones Jan 19, 2026Hi, I’m a returning customer and Kristina was very helpful and knowledgable when we needed to rent a unit in a hurry .. great company to use
suzy purnell Jan 18, 2026Sam was amazing, he helped me carry two heavy suitcases and made the process very quick and efficient. Thank you Sam!
Anja Ilincic Jan 16, 2026I've had a pleasure to deal with Marcus while arranging a rental of a unit. He provided me with a great service, was very clear and helpful with choosing the right size for my needs. Highly recommending all the staff and Vanguard Self Storage Bristol.
Karol Miksza Jan 16, 2026Andy and Amanda have both been exceptionally friendly, approachable, and professional throughout my experience. They are always willing to help and respond to any questions promptly, demonstrating excellent knowledge and a genuine commitment to customer satisfaction. Their…
Mason Chan Jan 15, 2026Great facility. Ryan and Sam are incredibly helpful!
Colm Hanway Jan 15, 2026After 11 months of using Vanguard's storage I've moved out and it was a breeze - shout out to Caleb who went above and beyond to help me pack up! The whole team is so friendly and helpful, would deffo recommend to my friends. Thanks again!
ada Jan 13, 2026Brilliant service from obvious questions answered with patience, to a quick and easy pickup option. Both Hemant and Peter were efficient, understanding, reassuring and acted with wonderful professionalism. Couldn't recommend enough!
Caroline Regan Jan 13, 2026Great service, even better hospitality.Thomas was absolutely amazing. Highly recommend to anyone looking for storage!
Junior Leon Jan 12, 2026I had a great experience with Vanguard. They were very responsive and provided clear information. Access to the storage is easy and safe. It is a highly recommended company.
Lina Maria Alvarez Jan 12, 2026Nice, clean storage facility with helpful friendly staff. Lucky was particularly great in sorting the unit off me. Caleb helped me move my stuff with the excellent free man n van service - both couldn't do enough for me. Highly recommend.
Michael Jordan Jan 11, 2026
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