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19th March 2026
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.
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Kayleigh FowlerWe used one of Optima Storage's units for several weeks while moving house, and the whole experience was excellent from... read more
Martin The Fitness MentorClean units, highly recommend
Deividas NavikauskasAbsolutely brilliant service and the container was really clean, stored our household furnishings for over a year and there was... read more
Michael ParkinConvenient and easy to get to and ideal for house contents.
BRIAN LANTA professionally run self storage units in Newark. My container was nice and clean. Always someone available to help with... read more
Holly TannerI used Optima Self Storage at Newark for a couple of years. From the very start, the whole process was... read more
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