Shipping Containers for Hire

Looking for shipping container hire on a short or long-term basis? At S Jones Containers, we provide a wide range of storage containers for rent in Great Britain, with fast nationwide delivery and collection. Choose from 10ft, 20ft, and 40ft container rentals, available in both new and used condition, at competitive daily rates.

Hiring a container is a cost-effective alternative to buying, giving you secure, flexible storage when and where you need it. With over 40 years of experience and a 98% customer satisfaction rate, we are one of the most trusted names in container hire and rental solutions in Great Britain.

Container Sizes

Site Accommodation Hire

Our site accommodation hire provides flexible solutions for both temporary and long-term use. Daily rates start from the prices shown below, making it easy to compare sizes and accommodation combinations to suit your site, needs, and budget. Please note that final costs may vary depending on location, delivery, installation, and collection, which are charged separately.

OfficeCanteenChanging RoomCanteen / Changing RoomCanteen / OfficeToilet / CanteenOffice / StoreToilet / OfficeToilet / Changing RoomWelfare UnitsToilet UnitsFurnitureWhite GoodsExtras
Office

Temporary office accommodation hire offers fast, flexible space for growing teams, refurbishments, or short-term projects. Choose from various unit sizes to suit your needs. We also provide office furniture hire, including desks and chairs, ensuring a fully functional workspace from day one.

Container SizeDaily Rate
10ft accommodation£4.07
20ft accommodation£5.07
24ft accommodation£6.50
32ft accommodation£8.21
Canteen

Temporary canteen accommodation hire provides practical dining space during refurbishments, relocations, or off-site projects. Available in a range of sizes, our canteen units ensure comfort and convenience. We also offer furniture and white goods hire, so your team has everything needed from day one.

Container SizeDaily Rate
10ft accommodation£4.07
20ft accommodation£5.07
24ft accommodation£6.50
32ft accommodation£8.21
Changing Room

Temporary changing room hire is ideal for construction sites, events, or seasonal projects, providing comfort and practicality on-site. Available in a variety of sizes, our changing room units can be equipped with benches and lockers, ensuring secure and convenient facilities for your team.

Container SizeDaily Rate
10ft accommodation£4.07
20ft accommodation£5.07
24ft accommodation£6.50
32ft accommodation£8.21
Canteen / Changing Room

Our combined canteen and changing room hire provides a practical all-in-one solution for projects and sites. Available in different sizes, these units offer dedicated dining areas alongside changing facilities. Furniture and white goods can also be added, giving your team comfort and convenience on-site.

Container SizeDaily Rate
20ft accommodation£5.07
24ft accommodation£6.50
32ft accommodation£8.21
Canteen / Office

Our combined canteen and office accommodation hire provides a versatile space for work and relaxation, ideal for projects, construction sites and refurbishments. Available in a range of sizes, these units can include furniture and white goods, ensuring your team stays productive and comfortable on-site.

Container SizeDaily Rate
20ft accommodation£5.07
24ft accommodation£6.50
32ft accommodation£8.21
Toilet / Canteen

Our combined toilet and canteen hire provides everything your team needs to stay comfortable and productive on-site. With built-in welfare facilities and space to eat and recharge, you can also hire furniture and white goods to complete your canteen setup.

Container SizeDaily Rate
32ft accommodation£12.36
Office / Store

Our office and storage accommodation hire is a popular choice, combining workspace with secure storage for equipment and valuables. Designed to support everyday responsibilities, these units can also be supplied with a hire furniture package, including desks and chairs, for a complete solution.

Container SizeDaily Rate
20ft accommodation£5.07
Toilet / Office

Our toilet and office accommodation hire provides everything needed to keep operations running smoothly. Perfect for construction sites or during office refurbishments, these units offer convenience and comfort. A furniture package is also available for hire, including desks, chairs, and drawers.

Container SizeDaily Rate
32ft accommodation£12.36
Toilet / Changing Room

Keep your team comfortable and ready with our toilet and changing room accommodation hire, ideal for construction sites and events. Designed for practicality, these units can also be supplied with lockers and benches for added convenience – speak to our team about the available package.

Container SizeDaily Rate
32ft accommodation£12.36
Welfare Units

Our welfare unit hire provides on-site comfort, complete with toilets, wash basins, and built-in generators for reliable power. Designed to meet staff welfare needs during projects, we also offer a waste tank emptying service. Call our team today to discuss your needs.

Container SizeDaily Rate
12ft groundhog£25.75
20ft welfare unit£29.32
26ft welfare unit£29.57
Welfare service£190 (per service)
Toilet Units

Our toilet unit hire is ideal for construction sites, events, and rural locations where access to facilities is limited. Each portable unit includes a hand-wash basin for hygiene. As waste tanks are located beneath the unit, a toilet step may be required. Contact our team for full layout guidance.

Container SizeDaily Rate
2 + 1 toilet (12x9)£8.64
3 + 1 toilet (16x9)£9.50
6 + 1 toilet (32x10)£17.36
Effluent tank£2.73
Effluent tank empty£172 (per empty)
Toilet step£0.80
Furniture

Our furniture hire packages are a cost-effective way to equip your office, canteen, meeting room, or changing room. Designed to be more affordable than hiring items separately, packages make it easy to start operations from day one.

Options include tables and chairs for canteens and meeting rooms, benches and lockers for changing rooms, plus desks, executive chairs, drawers, and bins for offices. Each furniture package is tailored to the size of the unit.

Speak to our team today to arrange the right solution.

White Goods

From fridges to keep food fresh, to microwaves for quick meals and Burco boilers for hot drinks, we can supply essential white goods for your accommodation hire. Speak to our team to add these options to your unit and create a fully equipped, comfortable workspace.

Extras

Your accommodation hire can be enhanced with a range of extras, including staircases, landings, smoking shelters, electrics, and racking. When you speak to our team about your requirements, we’ll advise on the most suitable options to ensure your unit is safe, practical, and fully equipped for your project.

Why Choose S Jones?

With more than 40 years of industry experience and a 98% customer satisfaction rate, we are one of the UK’s leading container hire specialists. Choosing S Jones for your storage container gives you the benefit of:

End-to-end
Support

From first call
to final pick-up

Instant Site
Solutions

Welfare and
workspace units

From Depot
to You

Experienced hauliers & seamless delivery

40+ Years
Legacy

Your Trusted Partner

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Simply enter your details below, and you’ll receive a price quote on the shipping container that’s right for you. With a range of single trip (new) and used shipping containers for sale, we provide quality storage solutions for all budgets and needs.

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FAQs

What is the minimum shipping container rental period?

All our containers are available on a minimum 30-day hire period, giving you flexibility without a long-term commitment. Many customers extend their hire as needed, and we offer easy collection once your project or storage needs are complete.

What size shipping container should I hire?

The right shipping container hire size depends on what you need to store. Our 10ft containers are ideal for personal storage, small businesses, and compact sites. For larger commercial projects, such as construction or retail, a 20ft container is the most popular choice. If you need maximum space, our 40ft containers provide over 300 sq ft of secure storage.

Not sure which option is best? Our container hire experts can assess your requirements and recommend the most suitable size for your site and budget.

Where can I hire a shipping container near me?

We provide container hire across Great Britain, with delivery from local depots to keep costs down. Whether you’re based in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Bristol, Newcastle or Glasgow, we can deliver the right container to your site quickly and efficiently.

How much does it cost to hire a shipping container?

The cost of shipping container rental in Great Britain depends on the size of container you choose and the length of your hire period. For example, our prices start from:

  • 10ft hire – from £2.00 per day*
  • 20ft hire – from £1.15 per day*
  • 40ft hire – from £3.00 per day*

We provide tailored quotes so you only pay for what you need, with no hidden costs.

Some of Our Valued Customers

What Our Customers Say

Patrick26th November 2025

Unfortunately our delivery was delayed by several hours but the driver made up for lost time, he was very polite and proffessional and sited the container inch perfect.

Rose25th November 2025

I was treated extremely well they took care of what I needed without any fuss.

Nancie24th October 2025

I cannot thank the staff at S Jones Containers enough. Everyone I spoke to went over and above to help. The containers were ordered and delivered in a very timely manner. We were kept informed at all times. The containers arrived at the time expected and were very easy to install. Thank you to everyone at S Jones Containers. I would highly recommend this company, it was a pleasure doing business with them.

Christine1st August 2025

Shazia was helpful from my first enquiry to the delivery of my container. She sorted any query and enabled me to buy exactly what I was looking for. The driver who delivered container was also a credit to his company. Nothing was too much trouble and everything done with a smile .

Phil20th June 2025

Got in touch with Shazia at the depot she organised everything delivery was a bit worrying as the area was tight but the delivery guy was amazing and got them exactly where we wanted them ,, all a very good service provided