15 sq ft — Small Student Room
£15.56
per week equivalent
£249 total for 16 weeks
Save £96 vs standard
- Collection from your door
- 1hr loading time included
- Secure Essex storage
- Rate locks in permanently
University of Cambridge Student Storage – All 31 Colleges, CB1, CB2, CB3
University of Cambridge Student Storage - Collection from King's, Trinity, St John's and All 31 Colleges
We collect student storage from all 31 University of Cambridge colleges. Our secure storage facility in Grays, Essex is 60 miles from Cambridge via the M11. Summer package from £249, that is £15.56 per week , for 16 weeks of storage. Cambridge Easter term ends mid-June . International delivery to any country. Collection Monday to Sunday.
- Collection from your door
- No van required
- No deposit required
- UK and international delivery
- Dedicated move coordinator
- Rate locks in after 16 weeks
- Pay As You Go options available for weekly storage rates
£15.56
Per week from – Summer Package with hall collection from £249
60 miles
From Cambridge city centre to our Grays facility via M11
31
University of Cambridge colleges – we collect from all of them
June
Easter term ends mid-June – book now for your collection date
SSA Member
Self Storage Association UK
Independently Inspected Facilities
Move Assured Member
Vetted Collection & Storage Service
Consumer Protection Guaranteed
Student Storage at University of Cambridge - Collection from All 31 Colleges, Easter Term and Beyond
University of Cambridge is organised around 31 autonomous colleges, each of which manages its own residential accommodation. Students at Cambridge live within their college, King’s, Trinity, St John’s, Pembroke, Queens’, Clare, Emmanuel, Christ’s, Magdalene, Jesus, Peterhouse, Corpus Christi, Downing, Selwyn, Sidney Sussex, St Catharine’s and Trinity Hall in the city centre, and Fitzwilliam, Girton, Homerton, Murray Edwards, Newnham, Robinson, Wolfson, Hughes Hall, Lucy Cavendish, St Edmund’s and Churchill at various distances from the centre. We collect from all 31 colleges and from private student houses across Cambridge CB postcodes.
Cambridge is approximately 60 miles from our Grays, Essex storage facility via the M11. Our collection team runs scheduled Cambridge route days throughout May, June and July. Cambridge Easter term typically ends in mid-June, earlier than most UK universities. We recommend booking your collection as early as possible. The earlier you book, the more choice you have on collection day. All Cambridge CB postcodes are covered Monday to Sunday.
A significant proportion of Cambridge students are international, from across the US, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and beyond, and many are returning home after completing their degree or postgraduate programme. We collect from your college, store your belongings in our Essex facility and ship door-to-door to your home address in any country worldwide. We handle all customs documentation and your move coordinator manages the full process.
Cambridge students returning for the Michaelmas term in October need their belongings delivered to their new college room or off-campus address as soon as it is confirmed. We hold belongings in storage after the 16-week summer period at your locked-in rate, and deliver on the date you choose when your room is confirmed. Many Cambridge students book delivery in September for an early-October arrival. Your coordinator arranges everything, just contact them when you have your room confirmation.
ARU also has a campus in Chelmsford, Essex – both campuses are served by
the same student storage service from our Grays facility.
Collection coverage from our Grays, Essex facility
Central Cambridge colleges (CB2)
~60 miles via M11
Outer colleges — Girton, Fitzwilliam (CB3)
~62 miles
Homerton and Hills Road area (CB2)
61 miles
Ely and surrounding area (CB6, CB7))
~70 miles
Newmarket (CB8)
~65 miles
Typical collection booking window
48-72 hours
University of Cambridge colleges we collect from
All 31 University of Cambridge Colleges - CB1, CB2, CB3
Cambridge students live in their college. Tell us your college name and your staircase or room when you book. We confirm the access arrangements for your specific college before collection day.
Central Cambridge colleges — CB2, CB1
CB2 1ST
King's College
King's Parade, Cambridge CB2 1ST
Central Cambridge. Vehicle access via King's Lane and back roads. Confirm your staircase and checkout date. Book April for June — one of our most frequent Cambridge collections.
CB2 1TQ
Trinity College
Trinity Street, Cambridge CB2 1TQ
Largest Cambridge college by endowment. Loading via Trinity Lane or Great Court access. Multiple staircases — confirm yours specifically when booking.
CB2 1TP
St John's College
St John's Street, Cambridge CB2 1TP
Vehicle access via St John's Street service entrance. Multiple courts and annexes — confirm your specific court and staircase when booking.
CB2 1RF
Pembroke College
Trumpington Street, Cambridge CB2 1RF
Trumpington Street location. Loading via Pembroke Street or college service access. Confirm your staircase and room when booking.
CB3 9ET
Queens' College
Silver Street, Cambridge CB3 9ET
Silver Street location. College has accommodation on both banks. Confirm which side your room is on and the nearest vehicle access point when booking.
CB2 1TL
Clare, Emmanuel, Christ's, Magdalene, Jesus
Various city centre locations, Cambridge CB2
All central Cambridge colleges on our route. Tell us your specific college name and staircase. Access varies by college — all confirmed in advance by your coordinator.
CB2
Peterhouse, Corpus Christi, Downing, Selwyn
Trumpington Street area and beyond, CB2
South of city centre colleges. Good access from Trumpington Street. Tell us your college and staircase. Loading confirmed before collection day.
CB2 / CB3
Trinity Hall, Sidney Sussex, St Catharine's
Various central Cambridge locations, CB2 and CB3
Further central colleges. Each has specific access arrangements. Tell us your college name and your coordinator confirms the loading approach.
Outer Cambridge colleges — CB3, NW Cambridge
CB3 0DG
Fitzwilliam College
Storey's Way, Cambridge CB3 0DG
West Cambridge on Storey's Way. Good vehicle access. Further from city centre but on our regular Cambridge route. Tell us your staircase when booking.
CB3 0JG
Girton College
Huntingdon Road, Cambridge CB3 0JG
North-west Cambridge, approximately 2 miles from city centre. Good road access via Huntingdon Road. Girton is on our route — confirm your staircase when booking.
CB2 8PH
Homerton, Murray Edwards, Newnham, Robinson
Various outer Cambridge locations, CB2, CB3
Outer Cambridge colleges all on our route. Tell us your college name and staircase. Vehicle access arrangements confirmed per college before collection.
CB3 / CB1
Wolfson, Hughes Hall, Lucy Cavendish, St Edmund's, Churchill
Various Cambridge locations, CB3, CB1
Graduate and mature colleges, plus Churchill in west Cambridge. All covered. Tell us your specific college, court and room when booking.
Not sure about your college's vehicle access? Just tell your coordinator your college name, court and staircase when booking — we know most Cambridge colleges and will confirm the loading approach before collection day.
How University of Cambridge Student Storage Works In 4 Simple Steps
Designed around the student moving experience with minimal effort, maximum peace of mind.
Book online
Book online and tell us your preferred collection month, June for most Cambridge students. Cambridge Easter term ends mid-June and our route days cover the city throughout June. Book in as soon as you can to secure your preferred date. Tell us your college name, court and staircase number when you book, this is essential for planning the correct loading access. Confirmed within 48 hours.
We collect from you
Our team arrives at your address – halls, student house or flat. One hour of loading time is included. Collection available across Cambridge.
Safe all term
Your belongings are stored in our CCTV-monitored, alarmed facilities in Essex and East London. 24/7 security, indoor and container storage options
Delivered back
Message your move coordinator when you’re ready. We deliver back anywhere in the UK, to Europe or internationally. No storage required for international shipments.
University of Cambridge Student Storage Packages - Summer Package or Pay As You Go
Choose the Summer Package for the best value over 16 weeks with collection included in the price. Or choose Pay As You Go for flexible weekly billing with no upfront commitment. Collection is charged separately on PAYG.
MOST POPULAR
35 sq ft — Large Student Room
£24.94
per week equivalent
£399 total for 16 weeks
Save £138 vs standard
- Collection from your door
- 1hr loading time included
- Secure Essex storage
- Rate locks in permanently
70 sq ft — Full 1 Bed Flat
£34.31
per week equivalent
£549 total for 16 weeks
Save £204 vs standard
- Collection from your door
- 1hr loading time included
- Secure Essex storage
- Rate locks in permanently
105 sq ft — 2 Bed or House Share
£43.69
per week equivalent
£699 total for 16 weeks
Save £275 vs standard
- Collection from your door
- 1hr loading time included
- Secure Essex storage
- Rate locks in permanently
After 16 weeks, billing continues automatically at your lower package rate — not the standard pay-as-you-go rate.
What's Included With Your Storage
Collection from your address
We arrive at your halls or student house on your chosen date. No van hire, no heavy lifting.
1 hour loading time
Our team does all the loading. Extra time is charged at the same rate as your collection fee.
Secure facility storage
CCTV-monitored, alarmed facility in Grays, Essex. Your belongings are secure for the full 16 weeks.
16 weeks from collection
Covers May to September. Rate continues at your package price after. It never increases.
Delivery back when ready
UK, Europe or international. Priced on destination. Your coordinator arranges everything.
Dedicated move coordinator
A real person handles your booking, collection and delivery back. One contact throughout.
Packing Service & Moving Boxes - Add to Your Student Storage Collection
Once you’ve booked your unit, add packing materials and labour at checkout. Don’t worry if you get the quantities wrong as we always bring extras on the day. Anything additional used is agreed with you and added to your invoice after collection.
Packing Labour — Added at Checkout
Small or large student room
15 sq ft or 35 sq ft units
£89 / hr
Full flat or house share
70 sq ft or 105 sq ft units
£129 / hr
Storage Boxes — Buy at Checkout
Medium box (457 x 305 x 305mm)
Clothes, kitchen, general — most popular
£1.95
Large box (457 x 457 x 457mm)
Bedding, soft furnishings, bulky items
£3.95
Wardrobe carton
Hanging clothes — keeps garments on hangers
£14.95
Lay-flat clothes box
Folded garments and bedding
£6.50
Mattress protector
Single or double — protects in storage
£5.00
Packing Materials — Buy at Checkout
Bubble wrap roll (300 x 75m)
Fragile items protection
£12.00
Packing tape roll
Professional easy-tear tape
£3.50
Packing paper and tissue (5kg packet)
Wrapping crockery, glassware and fragile items
£10.50
Select what you think you need and we bring extras on the day. Anything additional used is agreed with you before it is added to your invoice after collection.
UK delivery and international shipping
Getting Your Cambridge Belongings Back - Delivery, Shipping and Returns
Cambridge students returning for Michaelmas term in October can book return delivery to their new college room or off-campus address as soon as it is confirmed. Most September and October Cambridge deliveries are booked 2 to 4 weeks in advance. For international students returning home, door-to-door shipping to any country with customs documentation included.
Going Back to University Next Year?
This is the most common reason students use our service and it is the simplest delivery to arrange. When your new halls or student house is ready for you to move in, contact your move coordinator with your new address and your preferred delivery date and we will bring everything back to you. It does not matter if your new address is different from where we collected. If you were in student halls last year and are moving into a private house this year, we deliver to the new address without any issue. We recommend giving us at least one week’s notice for UK deliveries so we can confirm your slot, though we can often accommodate shorter notice if needed. A lot of returning students book their storage at the end of one year and have everything delivered straight to their new address at the start of the next, meaning they never need to carry anything themselves between years.
Moving to a New City or Town After Graduating?
If you are staying in the UK but heading somewhere new after graduation, we deliver your stored belongings directly to your new address. Whether you are starting a graduate job in Manchester, moving back to your family home in Cornwall or beginning a new chapter in a city you have never lived in before, we deliver from our Essex facility to any UK postcode. Distance is not a factor and you do not need to be in London or the South East to receive your delivery. Contact your move coordinator with your delivery postcode and we will confirm timing and cost within one working day.
One Point of Contact for Your Entire Move
One person handles all of the organisation for your move including collection, packing if needed, documentation, freight booking and delivery updates. There are no call centres and no being passed between departments. Your move coordinator’s details are confirmed when you book and they remain your single point of contact from collection through to delivery, whether that is around the corner or on the other side of the world.
Student Storage Delivery and Shipping Prices
UK delivery and all international shipments are quoted individually by your move coordinator based on your destination and the total volume of your belongings.
Destination
Small & Medium
15–35 sq ft
Large & Full Room
70–105 sq ft
Same postcode area
from £89
from £129
Essex and East London
from £129
from £199
Anywhere in the UK
Europe
International (worldwide)
Full customs handling included.
Get your international quote
We collect from London, Essex (SS, CM, RM, CO), Kent (CT, ME, TN), Surrey (GU, KT, RH, TW), Hertfordshire (AL, EN, SG, WD) and Cambridge (CB). All international shipments are quoted individually. Please book your collection at least 48 hours in advance.
Returning Home to Another Country After University?
Whether your belongings are in storage with us or still in your student house, when you are ready to send them home we collect from anywhere across London, Essex, Kent, Surrey, Hertfordshire and Cambridge and ship door to door worldwide. No storage required. We handle everything from collection through to customs documentation and final delivery. A lot of international students discover this service exists after they have already made other arrangements, so get your quote now while you are still planning your move.
International Customs Documentation Handled by Us
We manage all export documentation on your behalf and work with our freight partners to ensure smooth clearance at your destination country. You do not need to understand customs requirements or complete any paperwork yourself. We have handled shipments to more than 40 countries and our team knows the documentation requirements for each destination. All you need to do is tell us where your belongings are going.
Worldwide Shipping Including Europe, USA, Australia, UAE, China, India and Beyond
We can collect from your UK address and deliver anywhere in the world. Paris or Perth, Lagos or Los Angeles, Mumbai or Melbourne, we route all international shipments through our IAM partner freight network. Popular destinations for students returning home include Nigeria, China, India, the UAE, the USA, Canada, Hong Kong and across Europe. If you are unsure whether we cover your destination country, contact us and we will confirm within the same day.
Book your storage
Book in minutes.
We handle the rest.
Fill in your details, pay securely via Stripe, and your move coordinator calls within one working day to confirm your collection date.
1
Select your storage size in the form — or it will be pre-filled if you clicked a pricing card.
2
We call you within 1 working day to confirm your collection date and run through any final details.
3
Our team arrives on collection day. Have items ready — 1 hour loading is included. We do all the lifting.
4
When you are ready for delivery back, message your coordinator and we arrange everything.
Questions before booking?
Call or WhatsApp: 0330 998 8282
Monday to Saturday, 8am to 6pm
Your booking details
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University of Cambridge Student Storage - Frequently Asked Questions
How does student storage with collection work?
You book your storage unit online, choose the size you need and select a collection date. Our own team arrives at your address on the agreed day, whether that is a university managed hall of residence, a private student house or a shared flat. One hour of loading time is included in all packages, and our team will load everything into the vehicle for you so there is no heavy lifting involved. Your belongings are then transported directly to our secure, CCTV monitored and alarmed facility in Grays, Essex, where they are stored for the duration of your package. When you are ready to have your belongings back, you contact your move coordinator and we arrange delivery to any UK address or internationally. The entire process from booking to collection can be arranged within 48 hours in most cases.
How much does student storage cost?
Our summer packages run for 16 weeks from May to September and include collection from your door. A small student room package covering 15 sq ft costs £249 for three months, which works out at £15.56 per week. A large student room package covering 35 sq ft costs £399, equivalent to £24.94 per week. A full one-bedroom flat package at 70 sq ft costs £549, and a two-bedroom or house share package at 105 sq ft costs £699. All prices include collection from your door at the address you provide. After the initial three months, your storage continues at the same lower package rate rather than the standard pay as you go rate, so there is no price jump if you need to store for longer.
Is student storage with collection cheaper than renting a self-storage unit separately?
Yes. When you add up three months of standard pay as you go self-storage plus a separate collection service, the total cost is consistently higher than our packages. For a small student room, the comparable cost without our package is around £345, meaning our package saves you £96. For a large student room the saving is £138, for a one-bedroom flat it is £204 and for a house share it is £275. The saving exists because we include collection in the package price rather than charging it separately. We do this because the whole point of student storage is that you should not need to organise a van or make multiple trips to a storage unit at the end of term.
Do you collect from all 31 University of Cambridge colleges including central and outer colleges?
Yes. We collect from all 31 University of Cambridge colleges. Central Cambridge: King’s, Trinity, St John’s, Pembroke, Queens’, Clare, Emmanuel, Christ’s, Magdalene, Jesus, Peterhouse, Corpus Christi, Downing, Selwyn, Sidney Sussex, St Catharine’s, Trinity Hall and Churchill. Outer Cambridge: Fitzwilliam, Girton, Homerton, Murray Edwards, Newnham, Robinson, Wolfson, Hughes Hall, Lucy Cavendish and St Edmund’s. When you book, tell us your college name, your court or building and your staircase or room number. Vehicle access to Cambridge colleges varies significantly as some have good loading access from the street while others are in pedestrianised or restricted areas requiring specific access routes. Your coordinator confirms the loading plan for your specific college before collection day.
Cambridge Easter term ends in mid-June - how does this affect when I should book?
Cambridge Easter term typically ends in the second or third week of June which is earlier than most UK universities, which tend to finish in late June or July. This means your collection window is likely June rather than July. We run scheduled Cambridge route days throughout May and June and recommend booking as early as possible for a June date. Booking early gives you more choice of collection day and ensures we can accommodate your specific checkout date. If you are a postgraduate student or have a non-standard term end, tell us your expected vacate date when booking and we will confirm availability.
Do I need to be present when you collect?
You or a trusted representative should be at your address at the agreed collection time. This allows our team to confirm your items, work through the loading efficiently and complete any paperwork with you before they leave. One hour of loading time is included in all packages. If your building has specific access requirements such as a porter lodge, a key safe, a loading bay booking system or parking permit arrangements, please let your move coordinator know in advance when you confirm your collection date. Our team are experienced with university halls and student accommodation across all the areas we serve, so most access situations are straightforward with a little advance notice.
What is the difference between self storage and collection and delivery storage?
Self storage means you transport your belongings to our facility yourself and can access them during our opening hours. Collection and delivery storage means we collect your belongings from your address, store them in our facility and deliver them back when you need them. You do not visit the facility at all. For most students, collection and delivery storage is the right choice because it removes the need to hire a van, borrow a car or make multiple journeys at the end of term. Our summer packages use the collection and delivery model. We also offer indoor self storage units at our Grays, Essex facility for students who prefer drive-up access or who need to retrieve items during the summer.
How far in advance should I book my student storage collection?
We can usually arrange collection within 48 hours of booking, but for summer storage we recommend booking as early as possible. Collections in May and June are our busiest period and popular dates fill quickly, particularly around end-of-term weeks at larger universities. Booking two to three weeks in advance gives you the best choice of collection dates and avoids the situation where your preferred date is already taken. If you are in a rush, contact us directly via WhatsApp or phone and we will do everything we can to accommodate a short notice collection.
Are my belongings insured while they are in storage?
Your belongings are held in our own CCTV monitored, alarmed and secure facility in Grays, Essex. We recommend that you check your own contents insurance policy, as many policies cover belongings in storage as standard or for a small additional premium. Some student bank accounts and university accommodation packages also include contents cover that extends to off-site storage. If you need specific storage insurance and your existing policy does not cover it, your move coordinator can advise on options when you book. Please do not assume coverage without checking your policy documents, as the terms vary between providers.
Can I access my belongings while they are in storage
Yes, with a minimum of 48 hours notice. Access is available Monday to Saturday during site hours. Message your move coordinator to arrange an access appointment. If you have booked our collection and delivery storage service, your belongings are held in our managed warehouse area. If you think you may need regular or frequent access during the summer, our drive-up self storage units at the same Grays facility may be a better option. Ask your move coordinator to explain the difference when you book.
How long can I store my belongings for?
Our summer packages cover three months from May to September as standard. After the initial three months, your storage continues automatically at the same lower package rate rather than switching to the standard pay as you go rate, so you are not penalised for storing a little longer. There is no fixed end date and no requirement to collect at a specific time. You simply contact your move coordinator when you are ready for delivery and we arrange it from there. Year-round storage at monthly rates is also available for students who need to store between academic years or for longer periods.
Can I cancel my booking?
Before collection takes place you can cancel and receive a full refund minus a £25 administration fee. After collection has taken place the package is non-refundable. After the initial 16-week package period, you can cancel ongoing storage with 7 days written notice at any time.