Container Storage in Grays, Essex - Secure 20ft Drive-Up Units
Secure 20ft shipping containers with 24/7 gated access and instant online booking in Grays, Thurrock.
- Prices start from £34 per week
- Ground-level drive-up container access
- 24/7 secure gated entry and CCTV monitoring
- Instant online booking with clear weekly pricing
- Ideal for business, trade, and practical storage
- Convenient Grays location near Thurrock and East London
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About Our Container Storage at Unit 53, Grays
20ft Shipping Containers - Ground Level and Upper Row
Storage at Unit 53 uses secure 20ft shipping containers, the same robust steel units used in international freight, adapted for everyday personal and business storage. Ground-level containers allow you to park directly outside and load without carrying items through corridors or up steps.
Some containers are positioned in the upper row at a lower weekly price, offering the same internal capacity and security for customers where direct drive-up access is less critical.
What You Can Store
Container storage at this location suits tools, trade equipment, business stock, building materials, bikes, garden machinery, and bulky household items. The enclosed steel construction protects contents from weather year-round. For furniture, documents, or items that need a stable indoor environment, our indoor self storage rooms at Unit 8 & 9 on the same estate are an alternative.
Who Uses Unit 53
Local tradespeople, growing businesses, and residents across Grays, Thurrock, and East London use this site for its practical layout, direct vehicle access, and flexible weekly terms that work around real working schedules.
Security and Site Access
Gated Yard, CCTV, and Personal Access
Unit 53 is a fully enclosed, gated yard with CCTV monitoring. Access is controlled so only authorised customers can enter the site. The layout keeps vehicle routes clear, making it straightforward to reach your container and load or unload whenever needed.
Flexible Terms - Short or Long Term
Weekly pricing with no long-term commitment means you can store for a few weeks during a move or keep a container for ongoing business use. Start and finish dates are flexible. Prices start from £34 per week.
How to Find Us - Unit 53, Tower Road, Grays
By Road
Unit 53 is on Tower Road, Globe Industrial Estate, Grays, Essex RM17 6ST. The site connects directly to the A13 and M25, making it straightforward to reach from Thurrock, East London, and surrounding Essex towns. Vehicle routes within the estate are clear with space to pull up directly at your container.
By Public Transport
Grays railway station is a short distance from the industrial estate, with regular services into London and across the region. From the station, the site can be reached quickly by local taxi or a short onward journey.
Unit 53, Tower Road, Globe Industrial Estate, Grays, Essex RM17 6ST
Frequently Asked Questions - Container Storage in Grays
Are your storage containers shipping containers?
Yes. We use secure 20ft steel shipping containers adapted for personal and business storage. They are the same robust construction used in commercial freight, weatherproof, secure, and built for long-term use. The term “shipping containers” and “storage containers” refer to the same units at our Grays site.
Where is your Unit 53 container storage located in Grays?
Unit 53 is on Tower Road within the Globe Industrial Estate in Grays, Essex (RM17 6ST). The site is easy to reach from Thurrock, East London, and nearby Essex towns via the A13 and M25, making it convenient for regular visits.
What type of storage containers are available at Unit 53?
This location provides secure 20ft storage containers, suitable for household belongings, business stock, tools, and equipment. Containers are positioned both at ground level and in stacked upper positions, with lower-priced options typically available in the upper row.
Are ground-level containers available for easier loading?
Yes. Ground-level containers allow simple drive-up access for loading and unloading heavier or bulkier items. Availability can vary, so checking current options online or with our team is recommended.
Who typically uses container storage at this Grays location?
Customers include local residents between house moves, tradespeople working across Thurrock and East London, and businesses needing secure, accessible overflow space close to main road links.
Is Unit 53 suitable for short-term as well as long-term storage?
Yes. Flexible storage terms allow you to store items for a short period during a move or keep a container for ongoing business or personal use, depending on your needs.
How quickly can I start using a container at Unit 53?
In most cases, once availability is confirmed and booking is completed, access details can be provided promptly so you can begin using your container without unnecessary delay.
What makes Unit 53 different from indoor self storage nearby?
Unit 53 offers drive-up outdoor container storage, making it ideal for tools, equipment, stock, and durable household items where direct vehicle access is important. Indoor self storage rooms at Unit 8 & 9 on the same estate provide weather-protected internal storage for more sensitive belongings.
Do you offer container storage close to London without central London costs?
Yes. The Grays location provides secure storage within easy reach of East London while avoiding congestion, access restrictions, and higher inner-London pricing.
Do you have container storage in South Ockendon as well?
Yes. We operate a second container storage site in South Ockendon, off the A13 at Tyssen Place. It is well suited to customers in South Ockendon, Purfleet, Aveley, and Rainham. View our South Ockendon container storage.
Book Secure Container Storage at Unit 53, Grays Today
20ft container storage at Unit 53, Grays with clear weekly pricing, 24/7 gated access, and flexible terms whether you need space for a few weeks or ongoing use. Easily reached from the A13 and M25.