Welcome to the SSA UK Subscriber homepage.
Subscriber status is open to anyone with an interest in the self storage industry within the UK.
Designed to support individuals or businesses who are researching future involvement in the industry, potential investors, new entrants to the sector, a site in the early stages of planning, existing self storage businesses who do not currently meet the SSA UK industry standard, or who do not offer traditional self storage as defined by the SSA UK, and those with a general interest in the industry.
We have put together a range of benefits for Subscribers which provide useful industry information, help, and support for your business and opportunities to meet full members and industry suppliers. These include:
Webinars
Follow the link below and enjoy some pre-recorded webinars, aimed at those who are new to the self storage industry covering a variety of topics and information on what should be considered when opening a facillity. The current list of webinars for subscribers to enjoy includes:
- Designing a self storage facility for the future
- Best standards practice in the industry
- Top tips and insights for starting a self storage facility
- Finance in self storage
- Planning and self storage
- What you need to know before getting into self storage
- An Introduction to Google Ads
- Introduction to site security
- Trading Standards - What you need to know
Events
Subscribers also receive discounted rates to attend our regular Regional Members’ Networking Dinners, the Annual UK Industry Report Launch event (where held as a standalone event), AGMs, the UK annual self storage conference, and the annual FEDESSA Conference & Trade Show. The networking opportunities at these events is incredible. More information and how to book to attend these events at you special rate will be emailed to you. However, details are also published on the SSA UK website. Below is a list of upcoming events, click on each individual event to find and more. More events to be added in the coming weeks!
Getting off the Ground Subscriber Pack
If you are planning a site or are in the early stages of setting up your self storage store/site and need help and support, our 'Getting off the Ground Subscriber Pack’ is an invaluable resource. It contains a copy of the membership standard, insurance & security guides, a range of QuickGuides covering topics specifically for new entrants, marketing guides and much more Many full members found these resources immensely helpful when they first started their self storage journey and we are sure you will too.
Industry Suppliers
The SSA UK’s approved list of industry Supplier Members is an invaluable resource. Our Supplier Members can help you with planning your site, building and construction, security, insurance, finance, software, and much more. You will recieve a hard copy of the directory in the post as well as access to an interactive online version
Helpline
Subscribers will also have access to the SSA UK helpline on 01270 623150 and our email address, [email protected] should you wish to reach out, ask for any advice or guidance, or simply get any more information on upcoming events.
Annual UK & European Industry Reports
For 15 years the SSA UK has been surveying its members and producing an annual industry report. Likewise, FEDESSA has been surveying its European members for 11 years. These reports are the most comprehensive studies into self storage across the UK and Europe, covering all viewpoints of the industry, and collecting data from operators, customers, and the general public. Click the image below to download your copies.
UNLOCKED Quarterly Magazine
UNLOCKED is the only dedicated self storage magazine circulated regularly throughout the UK and Europe. It is directly mailed to over 2,100 self storage owners, operators, individual stores, suppliers, investors, and other interested parties. Each quarterly issue includes both UK (SSA) and European (FEDESSA) news, articles, updates, and matters of general interest, helping to keep SSA UK subscribers, full members, and suppliers informed of what is happening across the industry. Research has shown the magazine is popular with both new and existing self storage businesses and is read and retained as a useful source of information and reference. You will receive each quarterly issue as it is published but to browse previous issues, simply click on any of the images below to download and view.
Useful Blogs and Articles
Below are links to a few different blogs and articles from some of our supplier members in relation to what they think should be considered and high on the list when thinking about setting up a self storage facility, whether that be external or internal.
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For more information contact Stephen on 07547 672541 or email [email protected]
Self Storage Association UK Ltd
Priestley House | The Gullet
Nantwich | CW5 5SZ
t: +44(0) 1270 623150
www.ssauk.com [email protected]