Shipping Containers in Leeds
If you are looking for shipping containers in Leeds and across Yorkshire, come to Containers Direct for unbeatable prices and low cost delivery.
Containers Direct carry a wide selection of shipping containers ready for dispatch to Leeds and surrounding areas, from the basic storage grade to brand new. All our ISO containers are built to comply with international shipping regulations, which makes them incredibly tough, long lasting and secure and excellent for use as a storage unit. We supply standard 20ft shipping containers, 40ft shipping containers and all sizes in between, which we modify to give you non-standard sizes. See our 10ft containers as an example.
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Planning permission in Leeds
If you are unsure whether planning permission could apply to your site, or where to find the right information, we have made the starting point easy to find. We cannot advise on individual planning requirements, but if the address is within the Leeds City Council area you can use the council's planning guidance or contact its planning service. For sites outside that boundary, check with the local planning authority responsible for the address.
Leeds City Council Planning Guidance
Delivery and site access
We supply standard shipping containers to Leeds through our UK network, while modified, converted and purpose-built units are completed at our Knowsley depot before transport to site. Delivery is normally arranged using a lorry fitted with a HIAB crane. When requesting a quote, send us the delivery postcode, container size or type, any modifications required, details of restricted access and the intended offload position. Our guide covers vehicle options, shared and dedicated delivery, working space and the access information we use to plan the offload.
Ground preparation and levelling
Your container needs a firm, level and properly supported position. If one corner settles differently from the others, the container can twist slightly and the doors may become harder to open and close. Depending on the unit and site, preparation may involve concrete pads, sleepers or another suitable level support. Our ground preparation guide explains what can go under a container, how to level the position and what to consider before delivery.
Containers suitable for storage
Containers for shipping
We offer the two standard sizes of shipping containers: 20ft and 40ft in length. We also offer both used and once-used shipping containers. Once-used containers are categorised as nearly new as they have had minimal use and therefore few signs of wear and tear. Our used containers are lower priced than once-used, but are still structurally sound and cargo worthy, protected by our 12 month warranty, full details can be found in Clause 6 of our Terms and Conditions.
Containers Conversion Projects
Container projects in Leeds and Yorkshire
These projects show two very different sides of our conversion and fabrication work. One is a 20ft x 20ft new build double garage based on our CarTainer® design, while the other is a 40ft tunnel container finished with Waney Edge timber cladding for a community project in North Yorkshire.
20ft x 20ft New Build Double Garage
Bespoke CarTainer® Project
We built this double garage from two 20ft x 10ft new build containers and joined them to create a 20ft-wide space. The finished garage includes an 18ft electric roller shutter, personnel door, car ramps, internal lining and insulation, and electrics.
40ft Waney Edge Cladded Tunnel Container
Thornton-le-Dale, North Yorkshire
We supplied a once-used 40ft tunnel container with doors at both ends, horizontal Waney Edge cladding, a low-angle sloping roof and ply lining with insulation for community event equipment storage.
More Case Studies in Leeds and Yorkshire
Explore more container conversions, new builds and specialist projects completed for customers across Leeds and Yorkshire.
Case study of the month
October 2026
20ft therapy space
Based on our popular ModiBox® portable office design, this tranquil oasis tucked away between the trees, is located on Bath City Farm. Used as a therapy in nature space we used wood cladding to cover the front of the shipping container and repainted the remainder green, to blend in nicely with its surroundings. Lined and insulated inside, for temperature and sound control, it will provide comfort and privacy for its users all year round. The patio style doors and turn and tilt widows are optional upgrades to our standard ModiBox® features, adding a sleek and professional appearance and letting plenty of light inside for a bright and airy ambience.
Discover more of our shipping container conversions or explore the full project details below.
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.
Storage containers for different access requirements
For sites with suitable vehicle access, a steel storage container can be delivered and positioned as a complete unit. Where access to the final position is restricted, a flat pack container gives you another option because the individual components can be carried separately and assembled on site.
If you are unsure whether a complete container can reach the position you have in mind, see our shipping container delivery guide.
Steel Storage Containers
Complete steel container storage
Steel storage containers arrive as complete units and are available in a range of sizes and conditions. They are the straightforward choice where there is suitable access for delivery, offload and positioning.
Flat Pack Storage Containers
For restricted access locations
Flat pack containers are supplied in component form. If a complete shipping container cannot reach the final position, the sections can be moved separately and the unit assembled where it is needed.
Your choice of Optional Extras
Other products from Containers Direct
In addition to shipping containers in Leeds and across Yorkshire, 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.
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.
