Shipping Containers for Sale in Preston

Containers Direct are the no1 supplier of shipping containers in Preston from our depot in the Garston Docks.

Our close proximity to Preston means delivery costs are kept to a low. We have a whole range of containers available, suitable for either export, commercial and domestic storage, or as a basis for conversion projects. Come to us for all your shipping container needs and we can supply them.

See our full range of shipping containers in Preston, from the standard sized 20ft shipping containers and 40ft shipping containers, available in both new and used, to smaller 10ft shipping containers and bespoke builds.

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Standard and custom built shipping containers in Preston

As well as industry standard ISO containers of 20ft and 40ft in length, we can also supply steel units in a variety of other lengths, from as small as 5ft, right up to 45ft. The usual width of a shipping container is 8ft externally, but we now have the facilities to supply extra wide containers suitable for storage to our customers own specification, using our own new build and conversion facilities. So whether you need a container 7ft wide or 12ft wide, for example, give us a call and we can do it!

Shipping containers for storage

As well a being one of the major suppliers of shipping containers in the North West, we also supply a range of quality steel storage containers, which can either be purchased in their original form, or modified for storage. These are great value for money and most come with a 12 month warranty - Containers Direct Terms and Conditions of Business. They are ideal for many uses, including:

A secure site store for building materials

School site storage

Garden/allotment storage

Furniture and household goods

Club equipment

Archive storage

Agricultural stores

Bikes and other outdoor activity equipment

Containers for Shipping

We sell shipping containers in Preston suitable for shipping purposes. These are either 20ft shipping containers or 40ft shipping containers, 8ft wide with a height of 8ft6 or 9ft6 high. Containers suitable for shipping will have a valid CSC plate for shipping and will be cargo worthy, two major requirements for shipping.

Containers for Storage and Conversion Projects

We are fortunate enough to have our own conversion and new-build facilities on site in our main depot in Liverpool, which means we can supply shipping containers in Preston to our customers own specifications. Whether that's a simple cut down container to a specific length, a modified container with doors in the side and ply lining, or even a full scale conversion like a pop-up catering unit or shop, exhibition stands or new build garage container. Give our sales team a call to discuss your requirements!

Community playground cafe and bike hire store shipping container conversion in Bristol - CS104153

Case study of the month

November 2025

CS104153 - Community playground cafe and bike hire store - 2 x 20ft

The Vench, a much-loved adventure playground and community centre in Lockleaze, Bristol operates as part of the Groundwork South project. Groundwork "takes practical action to create a fair and green future in which people, places, and nature thrive." So we were excited to be chosen to provide two upcycled containers to their Bristol location. We converted one to use for their bike hire scheme and another as a pop-up cafe in the playground. They were pushed together side by side to resemble one large building but on the inside they are very different!

Discover more of our shipping container conversions or explore the full project details below.

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Take a look at some of the most engaging work we have undertaken in recent years. With detailed pictures, step-by-step guides, and in-depth insights into many projects, our case studies cover a wide range of applications.

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Your choice of Optional Extras

From our main depot in Liverpool, we can supply our customers with a whole range of optional extras to create the ideal container to suit your needs, whether that's ply lining and insulation to protect your container from condensation, or simple shelving to make the most of your storage space!

Other products from Containers Direct

In addition to shipping containers in Preston, we also supply a wide range of new and used anti vandal site offices, portable toilets and steel self assembly containers.

Testimonials

As a long established and reputable shipping container company, we want to instil confidence in our customers that we can deliver on our promises, and provide high quality products and service.

But don't just take our word for it, see for yourself what our past and present clients have to say about Containers Direct.

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"We are very pleased with our container. The guy who delivered it was brilliant, very skillful and professional. Many thanks" Mick
17th November 2025
order - a Used 10ft Container

"The product (flat pack container 4m) is excellent. I already have one that I bought 18 months ago which has been secure and kept everything stored in great condition. I needed another storage container so came straight back to you. The lead time was even quicker than the previous time which was great. The delivery was slightly tricky but the driver (Steve) was cheerful and helpful and managed the job safely , even in the pouring rain at the time. Overall, great product and delivery and very satisfied." Michael Spencer
12th November 2025
order - a 4m Flat Pack Container Store

"Great service, fantastic from start to finish. Delivery driver was absolutely brilliant and couldn't be more helpful. A real pleasure to do business with." Looe Community Academy
5th November 2025
order - a 'Once-Used' 20ft Container

"You have proved to be excellent. You are pretty competitive and always provide a container of good quality exactly to our spec. Cory and the team have proved to be good sounding boards for ideas and able to provide lots of practical advice too." City of Edinburgh Council
24th October 2025
order - a Used 15ft Container

"Very pleased with service, right through the process including making arrangements for an earlier delivery day." Mark Yemm - Westons Cider
24th October 2025
order - a Used 30ft Container

"The delivery driver was excellent - really helpful with a 'can do' attitude." Jon Fowler - Drayton Parish Council
15th October 2025
order - a 'Once-Used' 20ft Container

Committed to Quality

We are ISOQAR Approved and certified to ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems, demonstrating our commitment to excellence. We are also members of MakeUK, who champion British manufacturing, and the Container Self Storage and Traders Association (CSTA), representing global operators and innovators. In addition, we are registered members of JOSCAR, the Joint Supply Chain Accreditation Register.