Garden Furniture Storage That Keeps Your Outdoor Space Ready

It depends on what you’re storing. A couple of folding chairs and a small bistro table might only need a locker-sized space, while a full outdoor dining suite with a parasol, sofa set and planters could need a unit closer to the size of a single garage.

If you’re not sure, describe what you’ve got and our team will suggest a unit size that fits comfortably, with a bit of room to spare so nothing gets squashed or scratched.

It’s usually better to size up slightly rather than pack everything in too tightly, especially with items that are easily marked, like rattan or painted metal furniture.

Yes. Our units are built to keep moisture out, which matters most for timber furniture and fabric cushions that can warp, rot or grow mould if they’re left somewhere damp over winter.

We’d still recommend giving furniture a clean and a chance to dry out fully before it goes into storage, and covering fabric cushions or using breathable covers rather than sealed plastic bags.

• Clean and dry items before storing them.
• Use breathable covers rather than sealed plastic.
• Stand tables and chairs off the floor if possible.
• Avoid stacking heavy items directly on cushions.

Following a few simple steps like this will keep everything in much better condition for when you take it back out.

Barbecues and patio heaters can generally be stored, provided any gas bottles are disconnected, emptied and stored separately in line with local safety guidance, since storing filled gas canisters inside a unit isn’t permitted.

Clean the barbecue thoroughly first to remove grease and food residue, which can attract pests and leave lingering odours in an enclosed space.

If you’re unsure whether a specific item can be stored, just ask our team before you book, and we’ll let you know what’s allowed and how best to prepare it.

As often as you like. Many customers store their furniture for the whole of winter and collect it in one go come spring, while others dip in and out to swap pieces around for a party or a weekend of good weather.

There’s no need to book an appointment or give notice, you simply visit during opening hours and use your own access code to get into the site.

• No advance booking required for access.
• Use your own unique access code.
• Bring items back out whenever you need them.
• Drive-up units make loading quick.

If you know you’ll need frequent access, mention it when you book so we can recommend a unit in the most convenient part of the site.

Not usually, but it can help. Folding chairs, tables with removable legs and stackable sets take up far less room when broken down, which can mean the difference between needing a small unit and a larger one.

Rattan sofa sets and larger dining tables often store just as well fully assembled, provided the unit is sized correctly, so it’s really a case of weighing up the effort against the space you’ll save.

If you do disassemble anything, keep the fixings together in a labelled bag taped to the relevant piece, so reassembly is straightforward when you take everything home.

We offer flexible terms so you’re not tied into a long contract for something as seasonal as garden furniture. Whether you need a unit for a few weeks or several months, you can book for the period that actually suits you.

Many customers store from autumn through to spring and then release the unit once their furniture goes back outside, only paying for the time they actually use.

Get in touch with our team if you’re unsure how long you’ll need, and we can talk through the options available.

A typical six-to-eight seat dining set, complete with a table, chairs and a parasol, usually fits comfortably into a mid-sized unit, though this can vary depending on the shape and materials involved.

Bulkier sets, such as those with a large corner sofa or built-in fire pit table, may need something closer to a single garage-sized space to avoid overcrowding.

Our team can talk through your specific set and recommend a size that gives your furniture enough room without you paying for unused space.

We’d recommend removing plants and soil before storing planters, since living plants need light and water that a storage unit can’t provide, and soil left in pots can attract pests or develop mould over time.

Empty pots, troughs and planters store well and are a great way to free up patio space over winter, ready to be replanted again once the weather picks up.

• Remove plants and soil before storing planters.
• Rinse and dry pots to prevent mould.
• Stack lightweight plastic pots to save space.
• Wrap fragile ceramic planters for protection.

If you’re storing terracotta or ceramic planters, wrapping them individually will help prevent chips and cracks while they’re in transit or stacked in the unit.

Security is built into every part of the site, from perimeter fencing and gated entry through to CCTV coverage across the grounds and individually alarmed units for extra peace of mind.

Only you hold access to your unit, and our team monitors the site to make sure everything stays as it should be, whether you’re visiting daily or leaving your furniture untouched for months.

If you’d like more detail on the specific security measures in place, our team is happy to talk you through everything before you book.

Drive-up units make loading large, heavy items straightforward, since you can pull your vehicle right up to the door rather than carrying pieces through narrow corridors or up stairs.

For bulky rattan or corner sofa sets, it often helps to bring a second pair of hands, particularly for sections that are awkward to angle through doorways on your own.

Our team can also point you towards trolleys and equipment on site to make moving heavier pieces a little easier.