{"id":13459,"date":"2022-03-22T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-22T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/?p=13459"},"modified":"2025-09-12T09:40:38","modified_gmt":"2025-09-12T08:40:38","slug":"long-term-travel-storage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/long-term-travel-storage\/","title":{"rendered":"Long-Term Travel Storage \u2013 Why Store Your Belongings?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"770\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/items-in-storage.jpg\" alt=\"Leaving items in storage before  travelling abroad\" class=\"wp-image-13485\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/items-in-storage.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/items-in-storage-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/items-in-storage-768x449.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image source: Shutterstock \/ MicroOne<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many reasons why you might need to be away from your home for an extended period of time \u2013 work, school, or volunteering abroad. Or you might have just decided that you want to travel the globe for a whole year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many things to consider before you depart, like what you will do with all your belongings, for example. Paying rent for months on end might not be economically feasible, and your friends and family might not have the space to keep all your stuff either. The best solution to this problem is to use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/storage\/\">professional long-term storage service<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a3e60f416a97\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a3e60f416a97\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/long-term-travel-storage\/#Long-term_storage_benefits\" >Long-term storage benefits<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/long-term-travel-storage\/#Long-term_storage_reduces_loss_or_damage_risk\" >Long-term storage reduces loss or damage risk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/long-term-travel-storage\/#A_long-term_storage_facility_is_cheaper_than_renting_a_flat\" >A long-term storage facility is cheaper than renting a flat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/long-term-travel-storage\/#Moving_houses_and_long-term_storage\" >Moving houses and long-term storage<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/long-term-travel-storage\/#What_are_the_belongings_that_require_storage\" >What are the belongings that require storage?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/long-term-travel-storage\/#Alternatives_to_long-term_storage\" >Alternatives to long-term storage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/long-term-travel-storage\/#What_is_considered_long-term_storage\" >What is considered long-term storage?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/long-term-travel-storage\/#Is_long-term_storage_worth_it\" >Is long-term storage worth it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/long-term-travel-storage\/#Takeaways\" >Takeaways<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Long-term_storage_benefits\"><\/span>Long-term storage benefits<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are more than a few reasons why moving your belongings into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/storage\/long-term-storage\/\">long-term storage<\/a> is the best thing you can do both for your items and your peace of mind! Long-term storage has lots of benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Long-term_storage_reduces_loss_or_damage_risk\"><\/span>Long-term storage reduces loss or damage risk<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Long-term storage helps keep items in good shape, preventing them from deteriorating due to humidity, temperature fluctuations, or light exposure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have very valuable personal items, expensive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/storage\/sports-equipment-storage\/\">sports equipment<\/a>, or you own precious antique furniture and decorations, then it\u2019s completely normal to worry about the safety of these belongings while you\u2019re travelling long-term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The thought of something happening to your things while you\u2019re away, be it a burglary, a burst pipe or even a fire, might keep you up at night or just not let you fully concentrate on your work or relax during your holiday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if you don\u2019t want to worry about the possibility of any of these things happening while you\u2019re halfway around the world, moving all your valuable belongings into long-term storage, where they will be under lock and key and 24\/7 surveillance, is definitely the safest approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_long-term_storage_facility_is_cheaper_than_renting_a_flat\"><\/span>A long-term storage facility is cheaper than renting a flat<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Long-term storage is less expensive than renting an apartment only to keep your belongings. It&#8217;s usually more expensive to rent a flat than to rent storage space. Apartments usually come with extra expenses like utilities, maintenance fees, and furniture. While long-term storage facility costs usually depend on the size of the unit and how long you rent it for. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll still have to keep up with flat lease payments and bills, while you are away, which can stretch your budget thin. A good way to alleviate some of this financial strain is to take all your valuable personal belongings and safely keep them at a dedicated long-term storage facility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check also:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/storing-washing-machine\/\">Storing a Washing Machine<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-store-a-fridge\/\">How to Store a Fridge<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/moving-abroad-checklist\/\"><strong>Moving Abroad from the UK Checklist<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Moving_houses_and_long-term_storage\"><\/span>Moving houses and long-term storage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Leaving your belongings in your rental apartment while you\u2019re away might sound like a good plan- but what if your landlord calls one day and tells you, \u201cI\u2019ll be selling the apartment, so you have to come to pick up your things this week, or I\u2019ll toss them out on the street\u201d?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nobody wants to hear this while they\u2019re thousands of miles from the apartment in question, so if you think that such a situation is possible with your current landlord, then you should seriously consider what to do with your belongings before <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldpackers.com\/articles\/advantages-of-long-term-travel#:~:text=What%20is%20long%20term%20travel%3F,traveling%201%20or%202%20years.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">embarking on long-term travel<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ask friends or family if they can help move out your things if such a predicament does happen and if they can help you, that\u2019s great! But if they don\u2019t have the space available or live too far away to be able to assist you, then moving all your possessions into long-term storage is what you should do before beginning your travels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Storing your things in a commercial storage facility is an inexpensive way of ensuring nobody touches, steals, breaks or throws your things out while you\u2019re gone. Besides, you can always move your things back into your apartment when you get back if you choose to keep renting it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_belongings_that_require_storage\"><\/span>What are the belongings that require storage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You have many different personal items, and taking them all with you when you move out or even just placing them in long-term storage can be quite cumbersome. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to choose what you\u2019d like to keep, throw away or donate, and this way, you\u2019ll also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-declutter-your-home\/\">declutter your life a bit<\/a>, which is never a bad thing! Keep only what you truly consider necessary, as the more items you have, the more storage you will need to pay for in the end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The list of things you\u2019d want to keep and store varies widely from person to person, but the items people most often put into long-term storage are:<\/p>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-red-check\">\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i><strong>Jewellery \u2013 rings, earrings, necklaces, wristwatches and other expensive small items<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i><strong>Heirlooms and antiques &#8211; items of varying size with big monetary and\/or sentimental value<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i><strong>Electronics \u2013 personal computers, TVs, audio systems and other pricey devices<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i><strong>Cars \u2013 if you own a car, then you should consider moving it somewhere safe while you\u2019re gone, so you don\u2019t have to worry about it being broken into, damaged or towed away<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n\n\n\n<p>This list is in no way exhaustive, but it should give you a good idea of what types of items you should move into a storage facility while you\u2019re far away from home. You can always choose to store all sorts of valuable items, but you should always keep in mind that the more things you store, the more you need to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/storage-costs\/\">pay for storing them<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alternatives_to_long-term_storage\"><\/span>Alternatives to long-term storage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your family doesn\u2019t live too far away from you, then it\u2019s a good idea to ask them whether you can store some small items, especially clothes that you won\u2019t need on your travels, in your old room and closet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your family is just a bit too far away for either of you to make the trip over, then you could ask some friends who live close by whether you can store some of your smaller items in their homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should still consider that your family and friends might not have the room to store bulkier items like a bookshelf, bed etc., so you should look towards renting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/storage\/furniture-storage\/\">furniture storage<\/a>, so you don\u2019t need to inconvenience your close ones with storing your larger belongings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another option we mentioned earlier was to donate what you don\u2019t need. Look through your older belongings &#8211; things like clothes and furniture you no longer use might be of great help to someone in need, so consider donating any such items to the local Red Cross or any other organisations that accept donations of this type.<br><br>A final thing to keep in mind when packing your things to give to friends and family or to store in a commercial storage facility is that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/10-packing-tips-must-know-when-moving-house\/\">packing your belongings properly<\/a> will save you a lot of space, keep your personal items from getting broken during the moving process and even save you money because you\u2019ve used the available space more efficiently!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also hire our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/\">professional movers<\/a> to help you move all your belongings and take some of the weight of the big move off your shoulders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Check also:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-store-tyres\/\"><strong>How to Store Tyres<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/how-long-do-tyres-last-in-storage\/\"><strong>How Long do Tyres Last in Storage<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-store-garden-cushions\/\"><strong>How to Store Garden Cushions<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_considered_long-term_storage\"><\/span>What is considered long-term storage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Long-term storage is when storing items for an extended time, typically between several months and several years, in a secure facility or container. Furniture, appliances, seasonal decorations, sports equipment, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/blog\/how-to-store-a-bike\/\">bikes<\/a>, and excess inventory for businesses are commonly stored long-term.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The term long-term storage refers to storing items for more than 3 months in a storage facility. Long-term storage is great for decluttering or when you are travelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_long-term_storage_worth_it\"><\/span>Is long-term storage worth it?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, long-term storage provides a controlled and safe environment, protecting your items. There are a lot of benefits to long-term storage for both consumers and businesses. By storing things you don&#8217;t need right away, you&#8217;ll save space and reduce clutter, which makes you more efficient and organised. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Long-term storage facilities in London have surveillance cameras, access control systems, and staff on site. It&#8217;s cheaper to store stuff for a long time than to rent a bigger place. Whether you&#8217;re a business or an individual, storage facilities have competitive rates and flexible terms.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"cta_container_holder obf\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"title\">We will help you find the right storage solution for your needs!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"sub-title\">Enter your postcode to view our rates and availability in your area.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"postcode-field-box\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"dynamic-helper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<form id=\"check-prices-form\" class=\"default-check-price-form\" action=\"\">\n\t                            <span class=\"the-postfield-wrap\">\n\t                                <input id=\"postcode-field\" type=\"text\" class=\"the-postfield\"  name=\"postcode-field\" data-default-service-category=\"removals\"\ndata-default-service-type=\"Moving to Storage\">\n\t                                <div class=\"typewriter-box\">\n\t                                    <span class=\"typewriter\"><\/span>\n\t                                <\/div>\n\t                                 <span class=\"moving-label\">Enter your postcode<\/span>\n\t                                <label for=\"postcode-field\" class=\"error-message\">Add a valid postcode e.g. SE1 2TH<\/label>\n\t                            <\/span>\n\t                            <span class=\"submit-wrapper-with-loader active\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"load-holder-lds-eclipse\">\n                                            <div class=\"load-lds-eclipse\"><\/div>\n                                        <\/div>\n\t                                <input id=\"check-prices-submit\" name=\"check-prices-submit\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Check Prices & Availability\" rel=\"nofollow\" disabled>\n\t                            <\/span>\n\t                        <\/form>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"info_text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>For questions about the services we offer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fantastic-removals.co.uk\/\">visit our main site<\/a> or you can always call us at <a href=\"tel:\"><\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Takeaways\"><\/span>Takeaways<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list-red-check\">\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Avoid worrying about your belongings while you\u2019re away &#8211; move them someplace safe<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Store your personal items safely and cheaply by using long-term storage services<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Choose what to keep and store\/ donate \/ throw away<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Ask friends and family if they can help with storing clothes and small items<\/li>\n<li><i class=\"icon-check\"><\/i>Make sure to pack your things properly to ease the process of moving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are many reasons why you might need to be away from your home for an extended period of time \u2013 work, school, or volunteering abroad. 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