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
Imperial College Student Storage – South Kensington and North Acton
Imperial College London Student Storage - Collection from Beit Hall, North Acton and All Imperial Halls
We collect student storage from Imperial College London halls at South Kensington, North Acton Student Village and across all Imperial accommodation. Summer package from £249, that is £15.56 per week, for 16 weeks. Our secure storage facility in Grays, Essex is 29 miles from the South Kensington campus via the A4. Collection Monday to Sunday from your halls or student house, delivered back to the UK or internationally.
- 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
29 miles
From South Kensington campus to our Grays storage facility
60%
Of Imperial students are international and we deliver to any country
16 weeks
May to September – rate locks in permanently after
SSA Member
Self Storage Association UK
Independently Inspected Facilities
Move Assured Member
Vetted Collection & Storage Service
Consumer Protection Guaranteed
Student Storage at Imperial College London - South Kensington, North Acton and Medical Campuses
Imperial College London is a global top-ten university specialising in science, engineering, medicine and business. The main campus is at South Kensington (SW7), home to the majority of undergraduate teaching and the Prince’s Gardens halls of residence including Beit Hall, Eastside and Southside. The North Acton Student Village in west London (W3) is Imperial’s largest off-campus accommodation complex, housing several hundred students in the Kemp Porter Buildings and Wilson House complexes. We collect from both locations and from all other Imperial accommodation addresses.
From South Kensington our collection team follows the A4 and A3211 route to the A13 corridor, reaching our Grays facility in approximately 50 to 60 minutes. North Acton (W3) is accessed via the North Circular and A406, joining the A13 further east with a journey time of approximately 45 to 55 minutes. All Imperial postcodes are covered Monday to Sunday throughout May, June and July with collection bookings confirmed within 24 hours.
Imperial has approximately 60% international students across its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Engineering and computing students from across Asia, the Americas and the Middle East frequently use our international delivery service to ship their belongings home at the end of their programme. We collect from your Imperial halls, store everything securely and ship door-to-door worldwide with full customs documentation handled. Your move coordinator manages the entire process from booking to final delivery.
Imperial medical students are based at clinical campuses including Charing Cross Hospital in Hammersmith (W6) and Chelsea and Westminster Hospital (SW10), both accessible via the A4 route. Medical students often have different end-of-year and check-out dates to science and engineering students. When you book, tell us your specific campus and building and your coordinator will confirm the logistics for your location and date.
Collection coverage from our Grays, Essex facility
South Kensington campus (SW7)
~29 miles
North Acton Student Village (W3)
~32 miles
Notting Hill / W2 accommodation
~28 miles
Hammersmith - Charing Cross (W6)
~28 miles
Chelsea and Westminster campus (SW10)
~30 miles
Typical collection booking window
48 hours
Imperial College halls we collect from
Named Imperial College Halls — SW7, W3 and Beyond
Imperial halls are split between the South Kensington campus and North Acton Student Village. Tell us your hall and building when you book and we confirm the access plan.
SW7 2BB
Beit Hall
Prince's Gardens, South Kensington, London SW7 1LU
On the South Kensington campus in Prince's Gardens. Loading access via Exhibition Road. Permit zone — confirm vehicle arrangements with hall.
SW7 2AZ
Eastside
Prince's Gardens, South Kensington, London SW7 2AZ
Prince's Gardens location on main campus. Same access arrangements as Beit Hall. Loading via Watts Way or Princes Gardens approach.
SW7 1NE
Southside
Prince's Gardens, South Kensington, London SW7 1NE
Prince's Gardens, main campus. Three halls on one site — our team is familiar with the loading arrangements here. Book early for June collection dates.
W3 6UL
Kemp Porter Buildings (North Acton)
Victoria Road, North Acton, London W3 6UL
Imperial's largest off-campus accommodation. Good vehicle access from Victoria Road. Accessible via A406 North Circular. Parking bays available on site.
W3 · W12
Wilson House and North Acton Village
North Acton Student Village, Victoria Road, W3
Part of the North Acton complex. Same site as Kemp Porter. Multiple buildings — give your specific building name when booking.
SW7 · W2
Pembridge Gardens and Notting Hill
Pembridge Gardens, Notting Hill, London W2
Off-campus accommodation in Notting Hill. Residential streets — loading arrangements confirmed per booking. Permit zone awareness required.
W6 · SW10
Medical campus accommodation
Charing Cross (W6) and Chelsea and Westminster (SW10) campus areas
For Imperial medical students. Non-standard term end dates accommodated. Tell us your clinical campus and expected vacate date when booking.
SW7 / W3 / W12
Private student houses and flats
All Imperial postcode areas — SW7, W3, W12, W2, W6, SW10
We collect from all Imperial student houses. Give us your full address and any access or parking details when you book.
How Imperial College London 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 select your collection date. We cover South Kensington, North Acton, Notting Hill and all Imperial postcode areas Monday to Sunday. Tell us your hall name and building when you book, South Kensington and North Acton have different vehicle access arrangements, and we plan accordingly. Most bookings confirmed within 24 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 London.
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.
Imperial College 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 Imperial Belongings Back - Delivery, Shipping and Returns
When you are ready for your belongings back, your coordinator arranges everything. Imperial students returning to a London flat, heading elsewhere in the UK or flying home internationally all use the same process. For international students, we ship door-to-door to any country with customs documentation handled as part of the service.
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
Graduating from Imperial and Moving On?
Moving out of your Imperial halls for the last time? Our removals team at Trunk Logistics handles full moves from South Kensington, North Acton and all Imperial addresses. Same team, same care.
Imperial College London Student Storage - Frequently Asked Questions
Do you collect from both South Kensington and North Acton Student Village?
Yes, we collect from Imperial halls at both locations. Prince’s Gardens at South Kensington (Beit Hall, Eastside, Southside) and the North Acton Student Village including Kemp Porter Buildings and Wilson House are both on our regular collection routes. South Kensington is in SW7 and vehicle access is via Exhibition Road and Watts Way, a Controlled Parking Zone, requiring advance planning for loading. North Acton (W3) has better vehicle access from Victoria Road with on-site parking bays. Both locations are covered Monday to Sunday throughout the summer term.
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.
I am an Imperial medical or clinical student - can I book a collection outside the standard June window?
Yes. Imperial medical students at Charing Cross Hospital campus in Hammersmith (W6) and Chelsea and Westminster Hospital campus (SW10) often have different term end dates and clinical placement finish times to the main South Kensington campus. We collect throughout the year and not only in May and June. When you book, give us your specific campus, building and expected vacate date and your coordinator will confirm availability. We cover all Imperial medical campus postcodes Monday to Sunday.
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.