Shipping Containers For Garden Allotment Sheds
Shipping containers have grown in popularity as an alternative to the traditional garden shed, and for this reason are also a common sight on allotments. As allotments are often in accessible public spaces it's even more essential to ensure that anything stored there is securely locked away to prevent theft and vandalism. Steel shipping containers offer greater strength, security and space than a wooden shed. They are also wind and watertight and even a used container will last for a good 10 to 15 years.
Reasons to choose a shipping container for a garden allotment shed
- Safe and secure tool storage: shipping containers are incredibly difficult to break into! Made from thick and durable Corten steel and fitted with a steel lockbox to encase the padlock you can be reassured your garden tools and equipment will be much safer than in a wooden shed.
- Value for money: a good quality used container will typically cost you less per square foot than a wooden shed or other out-building.
- A wide range of sizes: our shipping container sizes go from 6ft long right up to 40ft, so however large or small your storage requirements for the allotment are, we can supply a suitable container; no need to worry about cramming your stuff in to save money! If you have room for a larger container you can even store table and chairs inside so you can enjoy a spot of outdoor eating at the allotment.
- Versatile: with a wide range of optional extras and endless possibilities for conversion of shipping containers, you can customise your container to tick all the boxes you want from your unit. For example, they can be fitted with electrics, repainted to any colour, or ply lined inside.
At no extra cost we can fit our S1 easy-to-use doors, ideal for frequent use as they are more manageable to use than original shipping container doors.
Concerned about the appearance of a shipping container allotment shed?
While shipping containers offer top notch strength and security, you may be put off by their appearance. A used metal box is not the most attractive sight in a green space. But with our choice of customisations it's possible transform a shipping container into something that not only blends into the surroundings, but is aesthetically pleasing too. A repaint to your chosen colour is a simple cosmetic improvement, or for the full works we offer features such as wood cladding, a sloping roof, and even a living roof! Take a look below at some of our container conversion work we've undertaken and see the features that can transform your allotment storage unit into something worthy of showing off.
Can you deliver a shipping container to an allotment?
Most of the time the answer is yes, but accessibility to your allotment plot is something that should be considered and discussed with our team before going ahead with your container purchase. For delivery of a standard shipping container a large lorry is required, and the container will need lifting off with a crane. For this reason it's essential that there's good access to your plot by road and the chosen spot where the container is to be off-loaded must have a hard-standing area and be clear of overhead obstructions.
If you don't have the required access to deliver a standard shipping container then we have other options! You may want to consider a flat pack container.
If you don't have the required access to deliver a standard shipping container then we have other options! You may want to consider a flat pack container.
Flat pack containers for allotments
As the name suggests, flat pack containers are delivered flat, ready to be assembled once they have reached the spot you've chosen to site your container. The good news is that every component of a flat pack container is man portable, so it can be delivered and off-loaded to an accessible spot and then each section carried by hand to your allotment. These containers come in three sizes, and can be joined together if you require a larger area of storage space. Our flat pack containers are of steel construction and are the best-selling and best quality demountable containers you will find in the UK.
Amongst the range of recommended flat pack containers for allotments you'll find the purpose built garden shed, ideal for small spaces if you only have a light load of tools and equipment to store.
Amongst the range of recommended flat pack containers for allotments you'll find the purpose built garden shed, ideal for small spaces if you only have a light load of tools and equipment to store.
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Portable toilets for allotments
Don't get caught short while enjoying your day at the allotment! Installing a toilet at the allotment is easy and convenient with our wide range of portable toilets to choose from. We can provide anything from a single, chemical toilet, a mains connected WC, or cabin blocks. Many come with a hand wash basins so you can keep clean in between working on your plot.
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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.
"This is our 2nd container ordered from you guys. Cory has always been very helpul, quick at getting us the information we need and getting the order over the line and delivered."Scitek Consultants Ltd
15th August 2025
order - a New 'Once-Used' 20ft Container
"Cory (Sales) was very helpful, friendly and prompt with responses to my questions about the container. Steve (Delivery driver) contacted us on the delivery day with an estimated arrival time and was equally friendly and helpful during the delivery. Excellent service throughout."Sue
14th August 2025
order - a 3m Flat Pack Store Container
"Communication with Cory from the off was great! I was made aware at every stage of the process what was happening and when. We paid extra for a AM delivery which came on time and was a smooth and simple process. Thanks for all your help!"Kayleigh - Best Day Ever Venues
13th August 2025
order - a Used 10ft Container
"Communication was excellent from start to finish and the transport company that you used were brilliant. The two drivers who came were really helpful and very good at what they do."Stephen Tweddall
12th August 2025
order - a CarTainer 2016 (20ft x 16ft Double Container Garage)
"Cory was great. We ordered 2 containers within a week of each other and he managed to get the second loaded with the first delivery which means that these will be ready for use wen school returns. The delivery driver is lovely, very friendly and polite. I have recommended you to other services within our group should they need a container."Nicola Toole - Aurora Woodlands School
12th August 2025
order - a 3m Flat Pack Store Container
"Neil and the team are great we have over 10 flat pack containers on site now and will definitely get more. I always recommend to other schools. Steve the delivery driver has delivered to us many times always very friendly and polite, nothing is ever to much of a ask."Samuel Cody School
11th August 2025
order - a 3m Flat Pack Store Container
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