Shipping Containers in Manchester

Containers Direct have been supplying shipping containers in Manchester for over 20 years, with our own dedicated hiab delivery service.

Based in the North West Containers Direct are able to source shipping containers directly from Garston Docks to deliver to Manchester and the North West. Local supplies means local transportation rates, so you'll find it's not just our container prices that are unbeatable, but our delivery charges too. From standard 20ft shipping containers and 40ft shipping containers to neat little 10ft storage containers, we sell all sizes, both new and used. If you are looking for a shipping container, or maybe a new build container, we convert and build these for a wide range of applications on our own local premises.

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A wide range of sizes

The dimensions of our shipping containers in Manchester cater for a multitude of requirements, available from as small as 6ft in length, although the best value containers to buy are the standard ISO manufactured lengths of 20ft and 40ft. The standard external width of a shipping container is 8ft but we do have some pallet wides available with an internal width of 8ft, and our high cube containers give an additional foot of head height, standing at 9'6".

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 Manchester 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.

Take advantage of our conversion facilties

We have our own rapidly expanding on site conversion and new-build facilities in our main depot in Liverpool which enables us to supply shipping containers in Manchester tailored to our clients own specification. For example we can modify the size of any container, add a number of different styles of doors (and/or reposition them), line and insulate, and repaint containers to any colour choice. Higher end conversions include providing bespoke accommodation and business units. Take a look at some of our Container Conversions to come out of our workshops recently.

Case Study of the Month

March 2025

CS54207 - 20ft cladded garden room

It's hard to believe this building started out as a used 20ft shipping container! With a smart set of patio style doors, lined with wood on the inside and clad on the outside, it's not only a handsome devil but cosy to hang out in. The trend of having a back garden "hang out" is increasingly popular and can be used for anything you like, including leisure and work space, a gym, yoga studio or social space - add a bar and you will never be more popular! This building is divided into two sections, a small area for outdoor storage and larger area for social and leisure activities.

Take a look at some of the most engaging work we have undertaken in recent years. With detailed pictures, a step by step guide and a deep insight to many projects, our case studies cover a range of applications.

Our Case Studies

A Range 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!

Side Doors - Side doors provide convenient access to both ends of your container, making them ideal for storage.
Personnel Doors - steel personnel doors are suitable for frequent pedestrian use incorporating multi deadlocks and offering high levels of security.
Cladding - Make your container beautiful! We offer three different standard cladding options; Rustic, Clean Cut and Shiplap.
Roller Shutter Doors- Made from galvanised steel, 8ft wide roller shutter doors come with either manual or electric operation.
Ply Lining- Ply lined and insulated shipping containers provide all round protection against condensation to keep your items safe from water damage.
Electrics- If you require lighting, heating, or sockets for your container, we've got the power! We offer two standard options of electrical installations.

And more!

PS - we don't just sell shipping containers!

A range of other quality steel buidlings and units are also available in addition to our shipping containers in Manchester. We sell new and reconditioned anti vandal site offices, portable toilets and steel self assembly containers at competitive prices.

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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"Everything was very straightforward - Cory and Hannah were very helpful and informative, they answered any questions I had."Bodmin Hockey Club
4th April 2025
order - a 4m Flat Pack Store Container

"Thoroughly impressed at the ease by which the whole process was executed; Neil Clarke, Hannah Jones & Iwona Binczycka were all very professional and a pleasure to deal with. Thank you."True24m Ltd
31st March 2025
order - four 'Once-Used' 10ft Containers

"We found Containers Direct a very approachable and helpful company, and they are straightforward to deal with. Many thanks."Kenneth Craig
25th March 2025
order - a Used 10ft Container

"I would just like to say great service and the driver who delivered it was just brilliant. Nothing was to much trouble, thanks again."Nigel Burnham
20th March 2025
order - a Used 10ft Container

"The purchase was simple; the follow up emails confirming the purchase and delivery date were excellent and the delivery driver was extremely helpful. Overall, I would definitely recommend Containers Direct, thank you!"Bimeda
13th March 2025
order - a Used 8ft Container

"Excellent communication and support from Cory and Hannah. The drivers were brilliant with delivery and offload too. Thank you very much."Moor Wood Farm
26th February 2025
order - three Used 20ft Containers

Committed to Quality

We are ISOQAR Approved; certified to the ISO standard relating to Quality Management Systems, demonstrating our Company's commitment to quality. We are also members of MakeUK who champion and celebrate British manufacturing and manufacturers, and member of the Container Self Storage and Traders Association; an international organisation representing the interests of Container Self-Storage Operators, Traders and Innovators.