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Own Your Space with Cleveland Containers.

As one of the UK’s leading suppliers of shipping containers for sale and hire, you have access to one of the country’s largest stocks, supported by more than 20 strategically located depots. This nationwide network ensures you can secure the right unit, in the right place, at the right time - whether you’re planning ahead or responding to fast-changing operational demands.

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  • Delivery of a 20ft shipping container to a self storage site using a HIAB truck
  • Bishop Auckland FC fan zone built from converted containers
  • Hopetown Darlington Museum bespoke container ice cream kiosk
  • Gulliver's Valley castle container hotel
  • Nutec Confined Space Training bespoke container conversion
  • Row of blue 20ft containers on a self storage site
  • STACK Seaburn container venue installation
  • Aerial shot of self storage site with dozens of 20ft shipping containers
  • Row of green 20ft containers on a self storage site with stacked containers in the background

We work with businesses across multiple sectors — delivering secure, flexible space solutions backed by nationwide coverage and expert support.

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A Range of Units to Suit Every Space

Your space can take many forms, which is why the range available to you is extensive.

From standard and specialised containers, flat-pack units, refrigerated containers for temperature-controlled environments, offshore units, modular buildings, and site accommodation. And when your project requires something more individual, our in-house technical teams help you tailor that space. Through detailed CAD drawings and high-quality modifications, you can create offices, workshops, kiosks, retail units, welfare facilities, and fully bespoke environments.

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Spaces Already Making an Impact Across the UK

Across the UK, people are already using Cleveland-supported spaces to bring their ideas to life.

You’ll find our large-scale conversion projects in football fan zones for Middlesbrough, Stoke City and Bishop Auckland, in leisure hubs like STACK Newcastle, Seaburn and Middlesbrough, and in themed container hotels at Gulliver’s Valley and Gulliver’s Kingdom. These are spaces built to be experienced, enjoyed, and used in new and creative ways.

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Explore Our Container Solutions

From standard storage units to fully bespoke conversions, our range is designed to give you the right space for your project. Explore our core product categories below to find the solution that fits your operational needs.

Shipping Containers

Shipping Containers

New and used shipping containers in a range of sizes, available across the UK.

BOX+

BOX+

An end-to-end support service that helps self storage operators grow profitably.

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Supporting Self Storage Operators at Every Stage

If you’re building or scaling a self storage business, your space is of huge value to you.

As a trusted long-term supplier to the industry, we help operators at every stage - from single-site start-ups to national brands. Through BOX+, you gain access not only to containers, but also to a network of trusted industry suppliers who help you launch quickly, confidently, and profitably.

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Backed by Investment. Built for Long-Term Partnership

Our growth has been strengthened by significant investment from LDC, the private equity arm of Lloyds Banking Group.

This led to the formation of Cleveland Group - bringing together Cleveland Containers, Cleveland Hire, and Cleveland Modular. For you, this means a complete, end-to-end offering spanning container supply, site accommodation hire, and modular building solutions.

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Expertise That Brings Your Space to Life

Behind every project is an experienced and passionate team of sales specialists, technical experts, and logistics professionals who help you turn ideas into reality.

From tailored modifications to nationwide delivery and aftercare, every service is available to support how you want to use your space. At Cleveland Containers, your goals shape the journey. You define the purpose. You decide the pace. You own the space.

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Next Steps Guide to Purchasing a Container

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