Bishop Auckland
- 01740 629988
- enquiries@uholdthekey.co.uk
Which Size Do You Need?
Our site at Bishop Auckland is just over the Newton Cap viaduct on the A689 towards Toronto at the entrance to Weardale. We are just along the road from where Kynren was held in the summer.
The site is in a good location for the surrounding towns and villages of Shildon and West Auckland as well as those in the dales such as Crook, Willington and Tow Law.
Ideal long term and temporary storage
Our storage at Bishop Auckland (and all of our storage locations) is flexible, our aim is to make our storage suit your needs. At our Bishop Auckland site we offer 6 different storage sizes to make our storage fit your needs.
If you're looking for short-term storage to get you out of a tight spot, our minimum storage period is just 1 week; perfect for temporary storage.
Maybe you need short term storage for your furniture whilst re-decorating, or maybe you need storage for a couple of weeks while you're moving home.
We also offer a great solution for long-term storage, we have no maximum duration. We invoice our customers monthly, so provided you keep paying your bill, we're happy to continue your storage for as long as you need it.
You can also end your storage whenever you need to, we refund for any unused days from when you return your key, so you don't need to leave at the end of the month.
At our Bishop Auckland storage facility, access is gained through our electronic access gates and our storage containers can be accessed 24 hours and day, 7 days a week. With CCTV monitoring cameras on site and secure perimeter around the storage compound.
Also, we offer a range of packaging that can be purchased and provided from our site managers when collecting the key to your storage container at our Bishop Auckland storage site.
Easily book your storage using the form below
Reasons to store at U Hold the Key Bishop Auckland
24/7 Access
Self Storage Experts
Flexible Contracts
Clean & Dry Containers
Friendly, helpful, reliable staff
Quick 24/7 Customer Service
In-Person Welcome
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Bishop Auckland self-storage site located, and how do I find it?
Our Bishop Auckland self-storage site is situated just over the Newton Cap viaduct, on the A689 towards Toronto at the entrance to Weardale. We are located in between the main site and car park of the very popular Kynren.
The site is accessible to nearby towns such as Shildon, Spennymoor, Newton Aycliffe and Crook, along with easy access to the A1(M) for those travelling further afield.
Nearby amenities include large supermarkets, petrol stations, retail stores and trade outlets, which are convenient if you wish to use self-storage to support your business.
What type of storage do you offer at Bishop Auckland?
Our Bishop Auckland storage facility caters to a variety of needs, offering secure and flexible solutions for both personal and business use. Many customers use our containers to store household items such as furniture during home renovations, whilst downsizing or moving house in general. Our Bishop Auckland site is designed with a spacious layout to accommodate vehicle storage, making it an ideal and secure location for keeping your car safe.
If you run a business and require a storage solution in the local area, our Bishop Auckland site is ideal due to its proximity to local amenities and road networks.
With 24/7 access and high-security features, our Bishop Auckland self-storage site provides a reliable solution for a wide range of storage needs.
Is self storage suitable while moving house?
Yes - container self storage is ideal for temporary storage while you move house. If you're moving house within the Bishop Auckland area, why not consider temporary storage with us to bridge the storage gap you need.
Our location in just over the viaduct in Bishop Auckland is great if you're moving within Bishop Auckland, Crook, West Auckland or surrounding areas.
Maybe you're downsizing and need to store excess funiture, or you might want to re-decorate or re-carpet your new home before you move your furniture in, storage with us can remove a lot of the moving stress.
All our storage is at ground level, this means you can drive up to all of our containers and easily unload from your car or rented moving van.
Our storage sizes mean we will have a size suitable to the amount of storage you need.
Our storage can also be cancelled at any time, and we refund for any unused days - so you only ever pay for the storage you use.
PRICES | Where can I find the prices for the storage containers?
Note that prices vary per container size and location. You can find the latest prices by using the booking tool. Note that we charge a £25 refundable key deposit.
SIZES | How do I choose the right sized storage for me?
You can find our size and their ideal uses on our sizes page. Most people hire the Large 20 foot container, but we have multiple options available.
SECURITY | What security measures do you have per site and container?
All our sites are fitted with CCTV, fencing, gated access and lighting. On top of that, we provide a free padlock for your individual store.
CLEAN AND DRY CONTAINERS | Are your containers clean and is there a chance of condensation?
We always provide cleaned out containers for our customers. Our containers are weather proof and are fitted with ventilation rosters. If your belongings are dry, there is no chance for condensation. However, if you introduce water (e.g. through a washing machine that still has water in its tubes) there is a chance for condensation. To combat this, we offer absorpoles.
OPENING HOURS | When can I access my storage site and container?
We offer 24/7 access, 365 days of the year (except our Middlesbrough site where we offer access 7am-7pm, 7 days a week).
BUSINESS | Can I store business inventory?
Absolutely! As a matter of fact, a large part of our customers are business owners.
ENTRANCE | How do I gain access to the storage site and my container?
At your Key Pickup meeting, you’ll receive the FOB to open the entrance gate. You’ll also receive a free padlock to lock up your container.
ACCESSIBILITY | Can I drive up to my container?
Yes, all storage containers have ground level access and you can drive up to your container.
BOOKING | How do I book self-storage with U Hold The Key?
The quickest and easiest way to book self storage is through our online booking tool.
Alternatively, you can book (or ask any question you may have) over the phone on 0800 389 4319.
BOOKING REQUIREMENT | What do I need to provide when I book?
In line with industry standards, we require photo ID (driving license or passport) and confirmation of your current address dated within the last 3 months (e.g. a utility bill or bank statement).
PAYMENT OPTIONS | How do I pay?
Our standard payment method for storage is by direct debit.
However, you can also make payments on our website through our ‘manage my store’ page - using either by Stripe Card Payment or PayPal.
Alternatively, you can drop us a call on 0800 389 43 19 and our friendly team can take a payment over the phone.
MINIMUM HIRE PERIOD AND NOTICE PERIOD | What are they?
The minimum hire period is one week. You can cancel any day you want.
CUSTOMER SERVICE | How do I reach you?
The quickest way to find us is by phone (0800 389 4319) or email (enquiries@uholdthekey.co.uk)
MAINTENANCE | How often are the facilities cleaned and maintained?
We visit our sites multiple times per week. On top of that, we have a full time maintenance team tasked with keeping our sites up to the highest standards in terms of accessibility, security and cleanliness.
