Secure Storage in Blackfriars – Man with Van Blackfriars

At Man with Van Blackfriars, we provide safe, flexible and fully insured storage solutions for households, landlords, students and businesses across Blackfriars and the surrounding central London areas. As a local removals and professional storage company, we collect, pack, store and redeliver your belongings with the same care we use on full house moves.

Our Storage Service in Blackfriars

Our storage service is designed to be simple: we come to you, carefully load your items, store them securely for as long as you need, then deliver them back when required. You don’t have to hire a van, find a unit, or move heavy items yourself – we handle the whole process.

We offer:

• Short-term storage – ideal between tenancies, during decorating, or while you wait for a completion date
• Long-term storage – perfect for business archives, seasonal stock, or decluttering your home
• Furniture storage – sofas, wardrobes, beds, dining sets and more, all blanket-wrapped and protected
• Student storage – boxes, suitcases and small furniture between terms or during a gap year
• Business storage – documents, equipment, stock and office furniture

All items are stored in secure, clean units with CCTV and controlled access, backed by goods in transit insurance and public liability cover.

Local Blackfriars Expertise

Working daily in and around Blackfriars means we understand the challenges of central London: limited parking, loading restrictions, and busy streets. Our team plans collections and deliveries around your building’s access, loading bays and lift usage to minimise disruption.

Whether you’re in a riverside apartment, a period building off Fleet Street, or a modern office near Blackfriars station, we’re familiar with the layouts and typical access issues. This local knowledge helps us move your belongings into storage quickly, safely and legally.

Who Our Storage Service Is For

Homeowners

If you’re decluttering for a sale, renovating, or bridging between properties, our professional storage lets you clear space without getting rid of valued possessions. We can coordinate storage with your home move so everything runs smoothly.

Renters

Changing flats, heading abroad, or stuck between tenancies? We collect from your current address, store everything securely, and deliver to your new place on the agreed date, saving you from multiple moves or short-term sublets.

Landlords

Need to clear a property quickly after a tenancy ends, or store furniture during refurbishment? We offer flexible storage options for part-furnished and fully furnished lets, with clear labelling so you know exactly what’s in store.

Businesses

Local businesses in Blackfriars use us for document archives, spare office furniture, marketing materials and seasonal stock. We provide regular access by arrangement and can deliver specific items back to you when required, avoiding the cost of larger premises.

Students

Studying in central London and heading home between terms? Our student storage is ideal for boxes, books, clothes, small appliances and bikes. We collect from halls or shared houses and deliver back when you return.

What We Can Store

Items Typically Included

• Household furniture – sofas, beds, wardrobes, tables and chairs
• Boxes and crates of personal belongings
• Electronics and appliances (properly prepared)
• Office furniture – desks, chairs, filing cabinets
• Business documents and archives (boxed)
• Sports equipment and bicycles
• Suitcases, bags and plastic containers

Items We Cannot Store

For safety, legal and insurance reasons, we cannot store:

• Perishable goods or food
• Flammable, corrosive or hazardous materials (paint tins, fuel, gas bottles, chemicals)
• Illegal items or stolen goods
• Cash, jewellery or high-value collectibles best kept in a safe deposit
• Live plants, animals or any living things
• Explosives, fireworks or weapons

If you are unsure about a particular item, we will advise before collection so there are no surprises on the day.

Our Step-by-Step Storage Process

1. Enquiry & Quote

Contact us by phone or online with a rough list of items and your dates. We’ll ask a few questions about access, volumes and timescales, then provide a clear, no-obligation estimate for collection, storage and redelivery.

2. Survey (Virtual or Onsite)

For larger volumes or business storage, we may recommend a short video call or onsite survey. This allows us to measure items, assess access (stairs, lifts, parking) and confirm the number of storage units required. Accurate surveys keep costs transparent.

3. Packing & Preparation

You can pack yourself, or use our packing service. We supply quality boxes, tape and packing materials, and our trained team can wrap fragile items, dismantle furniture and protect soft furnishings with covers and blankets.

4. Loading & Transport

On collection day, our professional movers arrive on time, protect floors and walls where needed, then carefully load your belongings. Everything is itemised or labelled so we know exactly what is in storage. Your goods are then transported securely to our storage facility under goods in transit insurance.

5. Storage, Unloading & Placement

At the facility, we place your items into the allocated unit(s), stacking safely to protect fragile pieces. When you’re ready for redelivery, we reverse the process, bringing everything back to your chosen address and placing furniture and boxes in the rooms you specify.

Transparent Storage Pricing

We keep pricing straightforward so you know exactly what you’re paying for. Costs are typically made up of:

• Collection fee – based on the size of the team, van size and time required
• Storage fee – a weekly or monthly charge depending on the volume stored
• Redelivery fee – charged similarly to the collection, when you need items back

Factors that affect price include the amount of goods, access (stairs vs lift), distance to our facility, and any additional services such as packing or furniture dismantling. We provide written quotes in advance and do not add hidden charges on the day.

Why Choose Professional Storage Over DIY

Hiring your own unit and moving everything yourself may seem cheaper, but when you factor in van hire, fuel, multiple trips, lifting injuries and lost time, it often isn’t. With a professional removals and storage company, you get:

• Trained staff used to handling heavy and fragile items safely
• Fully insured transport and storage
• Proper protection materials to prevent damage
• Efficient loading that fits more into each unit
• Clear paperwork and inventories for peace of mind

Using casual, unregulated man-and-van operators can leave you without adequate insurance or documentation if something goes wrong. We operate within professional standards and industry best practice.

Insurance & Professional Standards

Your belongings are important, so we treat them that way. Our storage service includes:

• Goods in transit insurance for items while being moved
• Public liability cover for work at your property
• Trained, uniformed staff experienced in safe lifting and packing
• Well-maintained vehicles and equipment
• Secure storage facilities with CCTV and controlled access

We are happy to explain our cover in detail and can discuss any higher-value items that may need specific arrangements.

Care, Protection & Sustainability

We focus on protecting both your belongings and the environment. Furniture is wrapped in reusable blankets, and we encourage customers to use sturdy, reusable crates where possible. Cardboard boxes and packing materials are recycled whenever practical.

We plan routes to minimise unnecessary mileage and congestion, particularly around busy parts of Blackfriars. Careful stacking and professional packing reduce damage and waste, meaning you are less likely to replace broken items.

Real-World Storage Use Cases

Moving House with a Gap Between Dates

Many clients in Blackfriars complete on their sale before their purchase is ready. We collect everything on removal day, store for a few days or weeks, then deliver straight to the new property when you get the keys.

Office Refurbishment or Relocation

Businesses refurbishing offices near Blackfriars often need desks, chairs and IT equipment taken off-site temporarily. We label and store everything in an organised way so it can be reinstalled quickly once work is complete.

Urgent or Last-Minute Storage

Sometimes tenants have to vacate at short notice or building works overrun. Subject to availability, we can arrange same-day or next-day storage, collecting and securing your belongings quickly to prevent rushed decisions or potential damage.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does storage in Blackfriars cost?

Storage costs depend mainly on how much space you need and how long you need it for. We charge a separate fee for collection and redelivery, then a weekly or monthly rate for the storage itself. Smaller loads, such as a few boxes or student belongings, are naturally cheaper than full household contents or office furniture. After a short discussion or survey, we provide a clear written quote detailing all charges so you can compare options and decide what works best for your budget.

Can you offer same-day or urgent storage?

Where our schedule and storage capacity allow, we can provide same-day or next-day storage solutions in Blackfriars. This is especially useful if you face an unexpected move-out date, emergency works, or a last-minute change of plans. Contact us as early as possible, explain your situation, and we will prioritise urgent cases where we can. Even with short notice, we still carry out basic checks, confirm what can be stored, and give you a clear cost before we start.

Are my belongings insured while in storage?

Yes. Your belongings are covered by goods in transit insurance while we are moving them and by our standard storage cover while they are in our facility. This is alongside our public liability cover for work at your property. We will explain the limits and terms of our insurance before you book, and if you have unusually high-value items, we can discuss whether extra cover or special handling is advisable to give you full peace of mind.

What’s included in your storage service?

Our storage service includes collection from your address, safe loading by a trained team, transport to our secure facility, and placement of your belongings into a suitable unit. When you are ready, we then redeliver and place items back into your new or existing property. We also offer optional packing services and can dismantle and reassemble furniture if required. All handling is carried out by professional movers using blankets, straps and covers to protect your goods throughout.

How is this different from a basic man-and-van service?

A casual man-and-van typically offers transport only, often without proper insurance, storage arrangements or documentation. Our service combines removals and storage with fully insured vehicles, secure facilities, and trained staff working to professional standards. We provide written quotes, clear terms, and support with packing, furniture protection and inventories. If anything goes wrong, you have the reassurance of dealing with an established business that takes responsibility, rather than a one-off cash job.

How far in advance should I book storage?

Where possible, we recommend booking at least one to two weeks in advance, especially during busy periods such as month-end, summer moves and university term changes. This gives us time to arrange the right size team, van and storage unit for your needs. However, we understand that plans can change quickly in London, so we always try to accommodate shorter notice. Even if your dates are not fixed yet, it’s sensible to contact us early so we can pencil you into our schedule.