Lawrence Container hire was established in 1984 by Andrew Lawrence. Lawrence container hire offers hire or purchase of storage containers across the United Kingdom. We provide an efficient personal service to our clients, varying from government organizations and multinational companies to individuals and small businesses. In 1986, Lawrence Container Hire Ltd. was established, providing an alternative service to customers preferring to hire storage containers on a temporary basis.
We provide high quality new and used steel shipping containers, for use as storage containers. We specialise in the sale and hire of storage containers to individuals and companies in all parts of the UK. Our secure steel storage containers have a wide range of uses and are ideal for the storage of industrial products, commercial products, gardening equipment, sports equipment etc. Storage containers are in standard sizes of 20x8ft and 40x8ft although conversions into 10x8ft or 30x8ft storage containers are also available.
Lawrence Container hire can also convert storage containers for alternative uses such as offices, chemical stores, site accommodation, clubhouses and canteens. We can also provide temperature controlled storage containers for storage of consumable foods, liquids, medical supplies etc. All of our storage containers are easily transportable and come with a wind and watertight guarantee.
We supply storage containers, shipping containers, insulated containers, office containers, refrigerated containers, mess-room containers and container conversions to suit any storage needs, for sale or hire nationwide.
Previously supplied clients include British Rail, EDF, London 2012 Olympics Aquatics Centre, Eurotunnel, Greenwich Maritime Museum Cutty Sark, Leeds Castle, London Boroughs of Lewisham, Bromley and Westminster, University of Cambridge, Morrisons Civil Engineering, Wimpey, Balfour Beatty, Clancy Docwra, Bovis Homes, Asda and Bluewater shopping centre.
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Storage containers
The storage containers that Lawrence Containers provide are standard shipping containers which may be modified for other applications.
Shipping containers are manufactured in standard lengths of 20 and 40 feet. Our containers are available in sizes 10ftx8ft, 20ftx8ft, 30ftx8ft, 40ftx8ft (other sizes are available on request where larger containers are cut down to sizes to fit their surroundings - maintaining 8 feet width).
Access to storage containers are through end doors, although these can be modified according to your needs. Side doors, roller shutter doors and pedestrian doors can be added. Our containers can be painted the colour of your choice to match corporate colours or surroundings. All are supplied with lock boxes to protect from break-in.
Shipping Containers
Shipping containers are manufactured in standard dimensions of 20x8ft and 40x8ft, and 8ft6 in height. We can provide new and used shipping containers for export of goods worldwide.
Shipping containers for use as storage containers on land may be modified to any length (40ft or less). Their 8ft width may not be modified however, as this gives strength to the storage container.
Lawrence Container hire offers storage container hire at competitive prices. Hiring storage containers is ideal for providing office space, storage or site accommodation. Our hired storage containers are secure and guaranteed to be wind and watertight.
Storage container hire prices start at £1 per day, plus VAT. Minimum rental period is one month.
Converted storage containers are also available for hire. Prices depend on conversion type and size of container.
Delivery of hired storage containers nationwide. Price of delivery depends on quantity and location. P.O.A.
Examples of storage containers available for hire
10x8 ft storage container
20x8 ft storage container
30x8 ft storage container
40x8 ft storage container
Office space
Site accommodation
Mess rooms
Drying rooms
Toilets
Canteens
Refrigerated storage containers
Chemical stores




