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Stranks Removals & Storage: Ashford's secure containerised storage facility since 1941.

Ashford Storage

Stranks Removals & Storage has been handling house moves and storage across Ashford and Kent since 1941. Our 13,000 sq ft warehouse at Wotton Trading Estate holds up to 250 containers, with fully insured containerised storage for short and long-term needs.

Whether you need short-term storage during a move or longer-term storage for business or personal belongings, Stranks Removals offers secure, flexible storage solutions to suit your needs. Our containerised storage options are designed to be straightforward, cost-effective, and fully insured for complete peace of mind.

Choosing the right storage depends on how often you’ll need access and how hands-on you want to be. We offer both containerised storage, where we take care of collection and delivery, and containerised self-storage, where you bring items to us for a slightly higher weekly rate but greater flexibility.

Why Choose Stranks for Storage in Ashford

Our Ashford storage facility is on the same Wotton Trading Estate site as our removal depot, so your belongings move directly from vehicle to container without unnecessary handling. The warehouse runs to 13,000 sq ft and holds up to 250 containers, all monitored by CCTV, intruder alarms and controlled access, and insured against fire and other risks.

Four generations of the Strank family have been in the removals and storage trade since 1941. That history shows in the detail: qualified warehouse staff, health and safety focus, and a 98% recommendation rate from 380 verified Referenceline reviews.

  • 84 years of family experience** in removals and storage
  • BAR member with BAR Advanced Payment scheme** for your financial protection
  • BS EN 12522 certified** for furniture removal and storage processes
  • 9.7 out of 10 on Referenceline** from 380 verified reviews, 98% recommended
  • Furniture and Home Improvement Ombudsman member** and Checkatrade certified
  • 13,000 sq ft warehouse, 250-container capacity** at our Ashford depot

Choose a storage option to suit you:

Containerised Storage

INCLUDED IN YOUR QUOTATION

Our containerised storage service is the ideal choice if you want a fully managed, stress-free solution. We collect your items using our professional removal vehicles, carefully inventory everything, and store your belongings securely in our containerised units. With insurance included and flexible container-based pricing, this option is perfect for house moves, renovations, or anyone who prefers not to handle transport themselves.

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Cost: £13.80 per week

Containerised Self-Storage

CUSTOMER DROP-OFF

Containerised self-storage offers the same secure storage environment but gives you more control over delivery and access. You bring your items directly to us, making it a great option if you need regular access or prefer to manage transport independently. Your belongings are stored in the same insured, secure containers as our managed service, offering flexibility with a clear, simple weekly rate.

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Cost £15.00 per week

Containerised Storage vs Self-Storage:

Feature:Containerised Storage:Containerised Self-Storage:
Weekly PriceTick £13.80 (inc. VAT)Tick £15.00 (inc. VAT)
Collection & DeliveryTick IncludedCross Not included
Inventory ProvidedTick YesCross No
InsuranceTick IncludedTick Included
TransportTick Professional removal vehicleCross Customer-arranged
Packing ProtectionTick Blankets & webbingTick Blankets
AccessTick With 48 hrs notice (Mon–Fri)Tick With 24 hrs notice (Mon–Fri)
No Hidden CostsTick NoneTick None
Storage UnitsTick Secure containerised unitsTick Same secure units
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Secure Storage Facilities & Trusted Expertise

Our storage facility is fully secured with CCTV, intruder alarms, and controlled access, and is fully insured against fire and other risks. We offer secure household and archive storage for businesses, supported by qualified, experienced warehouse staff with a strong focus on health and safety. With over 80 years’ experience, industry memberships, and a 98% recommendation rate, Stranks Removals provides dependable storage solutions across Kent and the South East.

Expert packing, transport & containerised storage

With our containerised storage service, your belongings are moved directly from your home into sealed storage containers using purpose-built removal vehicles, then transported straight to our secure warehouse until they are ready for delivery. Items are handled as little as possible — from home to container, and container to home — helping ensure they arrive in the same condition. A detailed inventory is completed and provided for your records.


Ready for Secure, Flexible Storage?

Whether you’re freeing up space at home, storing business stock, or need a reliable solution during a move, Stranks Removals has a storage option to suit you. With competitive pricing, fully insured containers, and a friendly local team, we make storage simple and stress-free. Get in touch today for a no-obligation quote or to discuss which storage option is right for you.

Based in Ashford, we provide comprehensive storage options to homeowners, schools and commercial businesses across Kent and the South East. We have helped customers relocate from Folkestone, Canterbury, Tenterden, Romney Marsh, New Romney, Lenham, Ashford, Staplehurst, Kingsnorth, Gravesend, Rainham, Sittingbourne, Maidstone, Deal, Faversham, Ramsgate, Gillingham, Chartham, Margate, Hythe, Whitstable, Dover, Broadstairs, Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells, Barham and Charing.

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Proud to be one of the most highly recommended removals companies in the UK

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The team were very professional, friendly and respectful. Carefully packed our items for storage. We made a good choice with Stranks!
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This is the third time over the years that we have used Stranks. David quoted, advised and liaised with us from the start to guide us through the process. This move itself was annoyingly prolonged due to a long key wait. We got the keys and access at 4pm in the end. At every stage of the move, Shane, Dan, Armond, John and then the other two (Joe? and another colleague) were professional, friendly and extremely hard working. They even kept their efforts up when they found that we had only gone and bought a town house! The boxes destined for 'bed 1' were like the hot potatoes that no-one wanted to end up with! Still, everything got moved to the right rooms without an issue. We wanted to review and pass on our thanks to those that made a long moving experience, so much more bearable. We would totally recommend Stranks to anyone in need of removal services.
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Absolutely brilliant removal service from Stranks .Dan T ,Dan D and Armand were fabulous from beginning to end .Would highly recommend using this company for your home removals.
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I always use Stranks Removals when I move - they are so professional This time I had Dan D & Phil moving me from a 2nd floor apartment (no lift) to a bungalow The guys were extremely helpful and professional I would highly recommend this company They also have storage facilities
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Outstanding service from start to finish. From accommodating a very difficult long process to the team on the day, I couldn’t fault a thing. The moving guys made the day go like clockwork. Would not hesitate to recommend Stranks
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I’d give 10 stars to the team that helped us relocate from Kent to Cornwall. They were competent, capable, professional, accommodating, friendly and very easy to work with. I hope not to have to make such a move again but I wouldn’t hesitate in using Stranks and highly recommend their services. They helped make our move a stress free experience and worth every penny we spent and more.
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Long established family business, they listen to what you need and if at all possible oblige. Sensible rates and knowledgeable caring workers. Happy to advise on the best way to get your needs sorted even recommending local man and van companies if the job is really too small for them.
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Stranks Removals, friendly, helpful and literally go the extra mile to help, highly recommend
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Extremely helpful and reassuring right from the very start. The removal peeps were very polite and didn't leave until we was totally happy that everything was where we wanted it to be. Amazing service.

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Areas We Cover for Storage in Ashford

Our Ashford depot serves storage customers across the Kent postcode areas we cover: Folkestone (CT18-CT20), Canterbury (CT1-CT4), Hythe (CT21), Tenterden (TN30) and the Romney Marsh area (TN28-TN29).

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Yes. Stranks Removals & Storage is based at Wotton Trading Estate in Ashford and provides containerised storage for homeowners, businesses and schools across the TN23-TN27 postcode area and the wider Kent region.

Our Ashford warehouse runs to 13,000 sq ft and holds up to 250 containers. CCTV, intruder alarms and controlled access are in place, and all containers are insured against fire and other risks.

With managed containerised storage (£13.80 per week), our team collects your items, inventories them, and transports them to our warehouse in a professional removal vehicle. With the bring-your-own option (£15.00 per week), you bring items to us directly. Both use the same secure containers and include insurance.

We offer both short-term storage during a move and longer-term storage for personal or business use. There is no fixed minimum or maximum term specified - speak to the team about your timeline when you enquire.

Yes. Insurance is included in both our containerised storage and containerised self-storage options.

Yes. If your move-in date does not align with your move-out date, we can move your belongings directly into storage at our Ashford warehouse and deliver them to your new home when you are ready. This is included as part of our removal service.