https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-46949722  – Marie Kondo is causing quite a stir. Fort Locks Self Storage wholeheartedly agrees with de-cluttering and a clean, tidy living environment. And of course we’re delighted that Charities are benefitting in the big January clear out! We’re not purists though and feel that Marie Kondo is a bit obsessive about clearing out. Be […]

Easington Sports are delighted to announce a new partnership agreement with Banbury based Fort Locks Self Storage of Lower Cherwell Street. The deal will mean that ESFC now have a fully refurbished container on site for storage of youth team equipment for its 22 teams. Sports suffered a real set back in the summer when […]

At the moment we have some fantastic deals on storage which could well be just the thing if you are a local Banbury business and need some temporary storage between now and Christmas…or even, if you have had to order additional stock to safeguard against shortages in the aftermath of Brexit (there, I said it!). […]

It doesn’t matter if you’re a business owner or a private individual, sometimes money is tight and then we’re all looking to make extra savings or find a way to earn additional income. So here’s one idea that might help you save money*. Create extra space in your home… and then rent it out! Renting […]

Is there such a thing as “legitimate” clutter? We think so. You can be excellent a tidying up, at recycling items you don’t need, and at giving everything its own space – and still find yourself at odds with boxes and loose items. And not just at home. Many business owners face the same problem. […]

Putting some of your belongings into storage sounds like a straightforward thing to do. You rent a space, box up your things, and stack them into the unit. Then you lock the door and walk away. Correct? Mostly. Our storage units are dry and ventilated. They’re level and secure. And we have room for small […]

For many businesses, bulk buying is a cost-effective way to obtain supplies, but then we’re faced with storing a large quantity of stock. Ordering in volume can bring significant savings, whether it is resale product or internal supplies. Stationery, printer paper, toilet rolls and paper towels, packing materials, bottled water, and even marketing materials like […]

When you need more living space, but don’t want to move, many homeowners start to think about a loft conversion. There’s definite merit to an extra bedroom, maybe with en-suite bathroom, a den or playroom, or even a dedicated study space. But then reality hits. And not the one that can be solved by commissioning […]

If you’re thinking of moving home this year, then now is the time to get your home ready. The best way to sell a home, or so the experts tell us, is by creating an opportunity for potential buyers to see themselves in your space. So, making sure you put your best foot forward will […]

Wardrobe audits are all the rage at this time of year when we’re decluttering our homes ready for the summer. You know how that goes, right? Sort out everything you haven’t worn in six months and put it to one side. Make a date with yourself six months down the line. Anything still in that […]