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18th August 2025
Peterborough is rapidly emerging as one of the UK’s fastest-growing cities, attracting commuters, families, professionals, and property investors alike. With trains to London in under an hour, it blends affordability with accessibility and an excellent quality of life.
22nd April 2025
With the cost of living climbing and housing pressures increasing across the UK, it’s understandable why someone might consider sleeping in a storage unit. At first glance, it might seem like a private, low-cost solution, but it’s not safe, and more importantly, it’s illegal.
In this article, we explain exactly why storage units are not suitable for sleeping, the legal consequences of doing so, and the safer alternatives available if you’re facing housing difficulties.
19th April 2025
Yes, you absolutely can store a car in a self-storage unit, many people use storage units to store their cars. Whether you’re tight on space at home or just want the peace of mind that comes with keeping your vehicle safe from damage or theft, storage units can be a smart solution. Maybe you’ve got a classic car you only drive part of the year, or you’re heading out of town and need somewhere secure to park it. Whatever the reason, self-storage offers a simple, reliable way to take care of your car.
If you’re also storing household items or planning a move, our latest post on how to calculate storage space can help you plan ahead.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through what to look for, how to prep your vehicle, and what to do to keep it in great shape while it’s stored.
3rd March 2025
When you are choosing a self storage provider, one of the most important features to assess is the overall security of the facility. It is essential to make sure the facility you are choosing has the proper security measures in place to protect your valuable belongings from potential theft, damage and unauthorised access. Most modern self storage facilities are highly secure, using a combination of CCTV, controlled access, alarms and physical security measures to protect stored belongings.
I used Optima Self Store Newark for storage when I was moving house. It was easy to book online and... read more
Kris LipiecConvenient and easy to get to and ideal for house contents.
BRIAN LANTSafe and secure location with easy access and great support from Alex. Highly recommended. We will use again if we have future... read more
Sean McIntyreI needed a storage unit in Newark for a building project I was working on. I found Optima Self Store... read more
Rob TennysonFrom start to finish an efficient service with an empathetic level of understanding and support when life knocks you... read more
Lizzie HaighFantastic, great communication. Couldn’t rate highly enough. Very secure.
Samuel EllwoodCommunication is great from start. Easy to enter and exit storage and compound. Easy to understand instructions on using the... read more
Roy JonesOn recommendation through a friend, I booked with this company. In contacting them, the whole process ran so smoothly. All my... read more
Melanie ParryWe hired a storage container with Optima whilst moving house, and the space has been a lifesaver! Alex was really... read more
Ben PeacockCouldn't recommend highly enough. Very secure location, easy access in the form of electronic keys. Staff are so helpful with... read more
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