UK Shipping Container Delivery and Collection

As a rule of thumb, allow roughly twice the container length in clear straight space, plus room for the lorry. For a 20ft container that's about 40 to 45 feet (12 to 14 metres) of clear run with firm ground. If it's tight or you are not sure, send us a photo or call us and we'll tell you honestly whether it will work.

Firm and reasonably level: hardcore, concrete, tarmac or compacted stone all work well. Soft grass or new tarmac in hot weather can be a problem. We normally recommend sleepers or slabs under the four corners.

Every delivery comes on a HIAB crane lorry. The driver lifts the container off and places it exactly where you want it, so there's no need for a crane or forklift at your end.

Local deliveries around Darlington, Teesside, Durham and North Yorkshire are often within a few days. Nationwide is usually within a week, subject to haulage. If you have a fixed date, tell us and we'll work to it.

Yes. You're welcome to collect from the depot on the A66 at Sadberge with a suitable flatbed or trailer, or you can send your own haulier. By prior arrangement we'll have the container prepared and ready, and we'll load it onto your transport with our forklift.

Delivery is priced on distance from our Darlington depot, the size of the container and how easy the site is to reach. We include haulage in every quote, so you get one delivered price for the container and the transport rather than a surprise charge later.

We deliver containers anywhere in mainland UK. We're busiest across Darlington, Teesside, Durham, North Yorkshire, Tyneside and Yorkshire, but we regularly run loads to the Midlands, the South and Scotland.

No. We only use HIAB crane lorries, so the lifting gear comes with the delivery. The driver can lift the container over a fence, wall or hedge where access allows and set it down exactly on your base.

Allow at least 10 feet (3 metres) of clear width, 13 feet (4 metres) of overhead clearance, and a straight run roughly twice the container length. Check for low branches, cables, tight turns and soft verges. Call us: If any of these are tight or you are not sure, call us! You can also send photos of the approach and drop spot - we review them to confirm whether delivering and siting a container is possible.

In most cases a container used for storage is treated as a temporary structure and does not need planning permission, but rules vary by council and by site, especially in conservation areas or on residential frontages. Check with your local authority if you are unsure.

Yes. We collect containers across the UK and can buy your unit outright. Send us the size, condition, postcode and a couple of photos and we'll quote for collection.