Self Storage in Macclesfield & Bollington: How to Choose the Right Container Size
Finding reliable self storage in Macclesfield or Bollington can make life much easier — whether you’re moving house, renovating, decluttering, or need extra space for your business. One of the most common questions we get at Adlington Storage is:
“What size container do I actually need?”
Choosing the right size saves you money and avoids the frustration of running out of space. Here’s a simple guide to help you decide.
Why Location Matters
Our facility is based in Bollington, just a short drive from Macclesfield town centre. This makes us a convenient option for customers across Macclesfield, Prestbury, and the surrounding Cheshire area who want secure, flexible storage without travelling into larger towns or cities.
We specialise in drive-up container storage with 24/7 access, plus internal lockers and our Adpod mobile storage service.
Container Size Guide
Here’s a clear breakdown of the container sizes we offer at Adlington Storage:
5ft Container (approx. 40 sq ft) Ideal for:
Seasonal items (Christmas decorations, garden furniture)
Contents of a small loft or garage clear-out
A few boxes and smaller furniture
Think of it as roughly the size of a small garden shed.
10ft Container (approx. 80 sq ft) Suitable for:
Contents of a one-bedroom flat
Furniture from a medium-sized room during renovations
Boxes, beds, sofas and appliances (when packed efficiently)
20ft Container (our most popular size) Perfect for:
A typical 2–3 bedroom house move
Larger furniture, white goods and boxes
Business stock or tools
This is the size most customers choose when moving house in the Macclesfield area.
40ft Container Best for:
Larger 4–5 bedroom homes
Full house clearances
Bulky business equipment or multiple rooms of furniture
Quick Tips for Choosing the Right Size
It’s better to go slightly larger than risk running out of space.
Measure your largest items (sofas, beds, fridges) before deciding.
Think about how long you’ll need the storage — short-term and long-term options are available.
Not sure? Call us and we’ll help you choose based on what you need to store.
Other Storage Options We Offer
As well as containers, we also provide:
Internal storage lockers – climate-controlled and ideal for documents, archives or smaller household items.
Adpod mobile self storage – we deliver a secure unit to your home or business, you load it, and we store it for you.
Business & commercial storage – including pallet storage and larger commercial units.
Ready to Get Started?
If you’re looking for self storage in Macclesfield or Bollington, we’re happy to help. Our containers are kept in a secure, gated yard with CCTV and floodlighting, and many offer convenient drive-up access.
Call us on 01625 850885, email info@adlingtonstorage.co.uk, or visit us at Clough Bank, Bollington, Macclesfield, SK10 5NZ.
We’re a local, family-run business and we’ll help you find the right storage solution without any pressure.