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Self storage units in Greater Manchester

Looking for secure and flexible self storage in Greater Manchester? Shurgard offers convenient storage units for both personal and business use across the Manchester area.

Whether you are moving home in Manchester city centre, renovating a property in Salford, storing stock for your business or simply need extra space, Shurgard Salford, Manchester Ardwick, and Bolton have the perfect solution for you.

We offer a wide range of storage unit sizes, flexible rental periods and convenient app access to your belongings whenever you need them.

Personal storage in Greater Manchester

Many people in Greater Manchester use self storage when moving house, redecorating, downsizing or creating more space at home. A storage unit can also be useful if you are travelling abroad, between properties or storing seasonal items that take up valuable space at home.

At Shurgard, you can safely store furniture, boxes, clothes, bicycles, sports equipment and household belongings in our three facilities for as long as you need.

Business storage in Greater Manchester

Businesses across Greater Manchester use a storage unit as a flexible and cost-effective space solution. Whether you run a small local business, an online shop or a growing company, self storage can help you free up office space and manage stock more efficiently.

Our customers use their storage unit for tools, equipment, business stock, archives, promotional materials and office furniture. More about business storage.

Student storage in Manchester

Manchester is one of the UK’s largest student cities, with thousands of students attending the University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University and the University of Salford every year.

Student storage is a practical solution for students who need temporary storage during summer holidays, placements or study abroad programmes.

Advantages of Shurgard in Greater Manchester

Whether you are moving home, studying, running a business or simply need extra space, Shurgard offers flexible and convenient self storage across Greater Manchester. Here's why!

  • Three storage locations: our Salford, Bolton and Manchester Ardwick locations are easily accessible with ample parking and convenient loading and unloading areas.
  • Dry and clean: all our storage units are well-lit, dry and clean so your belongings are in good hands.
  • Secure units: our well-maintained facilities are equipped with 24/7 CCTV surveillance and each unit has its own lock and key. More about our security measures at Shurgard in Greater Manchester.
  • No need to enter access codes: with our Shurgard app, you can enjoy simple and convenient access to your facilities in Greater Manchester. You can even pay invoices and manage your account with your phone.
  • Easy loading and unloading: Shurgard has free use of trolleys and goods lifts to make moving your items into your storage unit easy.
  • Flexible access: you can access your unit 7 days a week during our extended hours.
  • Online rental: you can rent your storage unit completely online from the comfort of your home. It’s safe, easy and you can head straight to your unit on the day you move in.
  • No deposit: unlike many other self storage providers, we don’t charge deposits.
  • Friendly staff: our store team is always ready to help you during office hours with any questions or needs.

Questions & answers

  • Shurgard has 3 self storage locations in Salford, Manchester Ardwick, and Bolton.
  • Yes, you can always stop by any of our Shurgard facilities during office opening hours and our staff will be happy to show you around.
  • Try our storage finder to figure out quickly the storage size you need. Or call one of our storage experts on 0800 368 0420 and they’ll help you find the right unit size for you.
  • You can see the starting prices of our storage units in the overview above. Our self storage prices are generally cheaper than most other self storage operators.
  • For an average studio flat, you will normally need a storage unit of around 40 to 50 sq ft.
  • For an average 3 bedroom house, you will normally need a storage unit around 100 sq ft.
  • Once you have found a storage facility near you, select the storage unit you need and fill in your contact details to make a reservation. You can also stop by the storage facility near you during office opening hours, or call our staff on 0800 368 0420 to reserve.
  • We will hold your unit, price and promotion for you for 30 days. You can always cancel free of charge. Simply call our staff on 0800 368 0420 and one of our storage experts will be happy to help you.
  • At Shurgard, we offer you:
    • Affordable self storage prices and promotions
    • 7 days a week access to your storage unit
    • No need to remember access codes with our Shurgard app
    • Flexible rental period
    • Parking at the facility
    • Free use of our trolleys to load and unload
    • Expert advice on-site or on the phone
    • Free reservation - no obligation to rent
    • No security deposit required
  • At Shurgard it is! All our self storage facilities have:
    • CCTV cameras
    • perimeter fencing
    • alarms and sensor lighting
    • secure app access
    • a unique lock and key to each unit
  • Most of our storage facilities offer extended opening hours between 7am and 9pm, 7 days a week, at no extra cost to you. Check our store pages for specific access hours.
  • All our locations have sufficient parking so that you can park at or next to the premises. Many locations even have a “drive-in” so you can drive your vehicle directly into the premises and park inside while loading and unloading. Inside the building there are trolleys to help you move your belongings to your storage unit. There are goods lift available if your storage unit is located on one of the upper floors.
  • Our store managers are true self storage experts who can offer great customer service and support. From helping you find the unit size you need, to advising you on the right packing supplies and giving you tips on how to make the best use of your storage space.
  • No, unlike other self storage providers, Shurgard never asks for a deposit when you rent a storage unit with us.
  • Yes. You can rent a storage unit for as short as one week. Just inform our staff about your planned move out date when you sign your contract.

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Temporary storage

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5.0/5 - 46 reviews
Eden Kiravu
Shurgard Salford
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Great service by Rob. Extremely helpful and informative. Top service greatly appreciated
Noor
Shurgard Bolton
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Staff are really helpful, efficient and explain every detail. Really easy to udnerstand and access. Highly recommend. Thanks to Jade who I spoke to over the phone and Ashleigh and Jonathan at site.
David LOU
Shurgard Bolton
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Very friendly staff, easy to register, fob free access, the entire site was newly built, providing decent services.
Friday Taiwo James
Shurgard Salford
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It's an excellent experience and the staff on duty was very nice and kind at attending to me. The facilities is too notch
Friday Taiwo James
Shurgard Bolton
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Excellent facilities and the staff on duty having been wonderful and kind in attending to me
Abiose Bankole
Shurgard Bolton
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Jonathan was very helpful! Excellent customer service, I would recommend the Shurgard storage to anyone interested
Ajay Heald
Shurgard Bolton
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Jonathan was amazing. Friendly and patient. Helpful and listened to my needs and assisted with the changes I required.
Yongzhi Shao
Shurgard Bolton
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Brand new setup with advanced management software, first-class service, and very competitive prices. Highly recommended.
Bobbert Roberts
Shurgard Salford
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I was helped by Axel today and had a great experience. He was helpful and direct which made for a quick and easy visit. Would recommend
caio vinicius
Shurgard Bolton
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Jonathan was absolutely brilliant, he explained everything to me and my partner who are moving home. He was honest and kind.


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