Shipping Containers For Sale in Newcastle-upon-Tyne
We supply an extensive range of shipping containers in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, giving our customers in the North East the best available deal on container delivery.
All our containers are inspected prior to dispatch from our supplier depots, to check they are up to standard and ensure our product descriptions are accurate. Choose from standard 20ft shipping containers and 40ft shipping containers , or take a look at our cut down range, which caters for all sizes in between. We can also supply converted shipping containers to Newcastle, fabricated in own workshops for a wide range of applications, including offices, toilets and catering units. We've made the economical choice to store containers in regional supply depots ready for dispatch, so we can avoid passing on the cost of long journeys to customers. Not in Newcastle? We serve the wider Tyne and Wear region, including Gateshead, North & South Shields, Hexham, and beyond. Your container in Newcastle is waiting for you.
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Planning permission in Newcastle upon Tyne
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 Newcastle 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.
Newcastle City Council Planning Guidance
Delivery and site access
We supply standard shipping containers to Newcastle 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.
Good quality for all budgets
We grade our containers into two categories: new and quality used, so whatever your budget there is a shipping container to do the job for you. As all our shipping Containers in Newcastle are made from high gauge, weatherproof Corten steel, they are built to last, so the main the difference between new and used is in expected lifespan and cosmetic condition. Used shipping containers can be repainted to improve appearance and provide an additional layer of protection. For shipping containers under 20ft we do this for free!
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Container projects in Newcastle and the North East
From larger community projects and site workshops to bespoke container garages and specialist storage, these builds show some of the container work we have completed for customers across Newcastle and the wider North East.
Redcar Beach Base Community Hub
Eight-Container Seafront Project
We supplied eight containers for Redcar Beach Base, creating a two-storey meeting and events base, two 20ft MenuBox® catering units, shower and toilet facilities, storage and an accessible toilet and store.
20ft Workshop with Lifting Beam
Building Site Workshop
We converted a once-used 20ft container into a fitted workshop with a heavy-duty lifting beam rated to 500kg, personnel doors, steel-over-ply lining, shelving, a workbench and electrics.
More Case Studies in Newcastle and the North East
Explore more container conversions and specialist builds from our Newcastle and North East project portfolio.
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.
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Other products from Containers Direct
In addition to shipping containers in Newcastle, 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.
