Student Storage – Keep Your Belongings Safe Over the Holidays
26 November 2025
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The term,s over, your exams are done – or nearly there – and the Christmas break is calling. But before you can switch off from campus life, there,s one problem left to solve – what to do with all your stuff.
Between mini fridges, bedding, sports gear and boxes of notes, moving out can feel like a second round of coursework. That,s where student storage during the Christmas holidays comes in.
It,s a simple, affordable storage solution that keeps your things safe while you head home, travel, or take a well-earned break.
At Wigwam Self Storage, we make storing your belongings easy. Whether you,re heading abroad, changing student accommodation or visiting family for the festive season, our storage for students keeps everything secure and organised.
With flexible rental durations from as little as two weeks to longer-term options, and over 10 different unit sizes to choose from, you only pay for the space you need.
This guide will help you decide what to store, how to choose the right space and how to make your move before the holidays as stress-free as possible.
Why Students Need Storage During the Christmas Holidays

Many universities ask students to move out of halls or clear rooms before the Christmas break, leaving some unsure what to do with their belongings – especially if they,re between rentals or travelling. Some students also have exams in January, so storage can be essential to keep everything safe while waiting for results or the new term.
Student storage services offer a secure and stress-free option that saves you the heavy lifting and keeps your items safe until you,re back in January.
Here are a few common situations:
- You,re heading home or abroad and need somewhere to keep your things
- You,re between rentals or halls and need short-term storage
- You,ve got a part-time job or internship in another city and want to travel light
Using a secure storage facility means your items stay safe, you avoid clutter, and you start the new term with one less thing to worry about.
What Can You Store?
Bulky Items
Not everything fits in a suitcase. Mini fridges, microwaves, duvets, lamps or sports gear are awkward to move and easy to damage. Our storage units are designed to handle these bulky items without fuss, giving you more space and fewer headaches.
Personal Belongings
Books, clothes, electronics and décor can all be stored safely while you,re away. Sentimental or academic items deserve a safe and secure space. Every Wigwam site has 24-hour CCTV and access-controlled entry, so your belongings stay exactly as you left them.
Everything You Need Under One Roof
Whether you need secure storage or quality packaging supplies, Wigwam has everything you need and more. Units are clean, modern and fully secure, allowing you to come and go as you please.
How To Choose the Right Storage Solution

Consider Size and Duration
Think about how much you need to store and for how long. Wigwam offers flexible storage options from small lockers to larger units for shared use. You can even downsize or extend your rental if your plans change.
Look For Secure Storage Facilities
Security should come first. Wigwam ticks every box with CCTV, alarms, access control and on-site staff, keeping your items protected throughout the holidays.
Compare Storage Cost and Convenience
Student storage services are usually cheaper than shipping items home or paying extra rent just to hold onto your things. Our student-friendly pricing and short-term options make storage affordable, flexible and hassle-free.
Check Accessibility and Booking Options
Booking your storage online is quick and simple. Wigwam,s system lets you choose your unit and move-in date in minutes, so you can focus on your break, not your boxes.
Tips For Stress-Free Student Storage
A few small steps can make packing easier:
- Label every box clearly to save time when you return
- Pack carefully using sturdy boxes and bubble wrap for fragile items
- Share a unit with a friend to split the storage cost
- Book early before end-of-term spaces fill up
- Store only what you really need and donate what you don,t
Benefits Of Using Wigwam Student Storage
Our student storage is designed with real student life in mind. You get:
- Modern storage units in convenient locations near top universities and colleges
- Flexible sizes and short-term contracts from two weeks upwards
- Round-the-clock security with CCTV and alarms
- Clean, modern and access-controlled units
- Quick online booking and friendly local support
- Boxes and packaging materials for sale to make storage easier
We understand that students need a storage solution that,s simple, affordable and stress-free. That,s why we make every step clear and convenient from start to finish.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Much Does Student Storage Cost?
Prices depend on the size of your unit and how long you store it for, but Wigwam,s short-term packages are designed to fit student budgets.
Can I Share a Storage Unit with Friends?
Yes. Sharing makes the best use of space and helps reduce your storage costs.
Is Student Storage Safe?
Yes. All Wigwam sites are secure storage facilities with CCTV, alarms and access control for complete confidence.
How Far in Advance Should I Book My Storage?
It,s best to book early, as the festive season is a busy time for student storage. Reserving ahead guarantees your preferred unit size and date.
Ready For a Stress-Free Christmas Break?

Choosing Wigwam student storage for the Christmas holidays is the easiest way to protect your belongings while you enjoy your break. Instead of hauling boxes home or worrying about space, you can relax, celebrate and start the new term fresh.
Book your storage online today and make your Christmas as easy as it should be.
Customer Reviews


Lenny called as soon as I emailed and was extremely helpful on making this process quick and easy so i could get into the unit the next day.
there was an issue with the app when i went to use the unit but i emailed Lenny and he rang back within 5 mins and managed to resolve the issue very quickly.
would recommend and thanks to Lenny for making the process smooth.


Units are clean and well maintained with easy access.
Many thanks!! 😊


Peter & Heather



Set up went well and app appears to work well and is easy to use.
Cheers



Containers are amazing excellent lighting and very clean.
Thank you Lenny 👍xx

Wigwam are highly recommended by me!

I can’t recommend Wigwam Storage in Lincoln highly enough. From start to finish, the whole experience was fantastic. Every member of the team was incredibly helpful, friendly, and professional — nothing was too much trouble, and they genuinely went out of their way to make the process easy and stress-free.
The facility itself is excellent: clean, secure, well-maintained, and clearly run with a lot of care. It’s obvious they take real pride in what they do, and that gives you total peace of mind when storing your belongings.
If you’re looking for a reliable storage facility in Lincoln with an amazing team and top-quality facilities, Wigwam Storage is the place to go. I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again and will happily recommend them to anyone.
Would recommend to everyone.





The signing up process was easy, and the service from the staff was speedy, friendly, helpful and professional.
The app used to access the premises was easy to use and gave added assurance of the security of my items.
Once inside the premises were modern, clean, well lit, and directions to the storage unit were clear and easy to follow…. Even the lift had step by step instructions!
All in all a fantastic company and storage facility.
Thank you!



The customer service is second to none, and facilities utterly perfect.
11 out of 10.



I was very impressed everything is via the app and that side of things is very responsive and I have had no issues so far.
They even play the radio in there.

Holly was an absolute star, we were panicking as we were in the middle of our house moving and needed a quick storage area. Less then an hour after our first call we were already putting boxes to our Storage.
The site is nice and clean, the entry system is truly clever and makes the storage Access easy and quick.
Customer service is top notch 👌

They talked me through the entering and exiting the facility. Jess was outstanding dealing with all the paperwork quickly and me being forgetful and dim.
Thank you very much, hopefully I won't set any alarms off again




My one suggestion is to extend the timers on the doors when entering the storage unit as sometimes it enough time to unload big deliveries onto a trolley and get back to the unit building before the doors close!
All in all, AMAZING company! Couldn’t recommend more :)





All the staff are very helpful and friendly highly recommended
Access is available 6am to 10pm

System 4 Stars
Sarah 5 Stars

The whole experience was excellent.
TheWigwam staff saw the shipment into the storage unit for us and made it all as simple as is possible when moving home and countries at the same time.
The storage building is well organised, clean, tidy, secure and access was available everyday for a significant number of hours.
Most of all ,the staff were kind, concerned, helpful and friendly. as anyone using the storage facility will learn.
Mary Welstead


Staff were very helpful on the phone setting everything up and compared to other units in Alton Wigwam are very reasonably priced.
Would definitely recommend them

Highly recommend this storage facility to anyone looking for safe, affordable, and hassle-free storage in Bath!



Much Appreciated ☺️

I’d highly recommend them to anyone!


Great service for a great price. Highly recommend.










Very happy client so far, thanks to Lenny and team 🙏😃



The units are easy to access, they are spacious and clean. I have a lot of camping equipment plus all my Xmas decorations (I have a lot) in the winter we will also be storing our hot tub. We also have lots of stuff that was the children’s when they were growing up. It has given us the spare room back at the house.
Staff are always polite friendly and very helpful.





The staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Thank you Lenny for dealing with our emergency fast and supportive,

For full disclosure, we've only just rented the unit and filled it up, but the experience so far has been great. Response times to emails and helpfulness of staff has been excellent.
Thankyou
I would highly recommend .

Would highly recommend.
Beautifully clean facilities, fully automated access. Ample parking and menouvering space for cars and vans.
So easy to use the storage unit.
Thank you to Wigwam self storage Lincoln.
5*****
My wife and I moved back and forth between Cheltenham and other European countries during our two months long trip, Mr.Harrison( Kasey) supported us friendly and professionally.
We will definitely use it again next time.
See you !

We needed sudden storage after selling our parents’ house. I stopped in at the Bromsgrove branch and found it unmanned, (which I now know is normal).
I rang the number and spoke to an extremely helpful employee who offered me immediate, remote access to the building and let me see inside two different sized units.
After that, the set up was extremely quick!
I applied in the morning and was able to drop stuff off the same day. Everything is activated by an app on your phone but staff can be contacted by phone if needed.
On my second visit (after lots of rain) I did notice a pool of water not far from my unit. I rang up and by next day it had been sorted. No recurrence.
I am really happy with the unit and the excellent service.
Lift so you don’t have to struggle in and out with your things lots of parking too
The best thing that made me hire space is the ladies in reception they were so accommodating and helpful so thank you
I hired storage for my daughter to store all her Uni belongings while she was away for the summer.
Sasha provided excellent friendly service. Always at hand to help with any questions from the beginning to the end of our contract.
Great value for money.
Thank you Sascha.
Helen was efficient, proactive, enthusiastic, engaging and more importantly had a great sense of humour.
You could not ask more of a person or company.
Thank you.
Highly recommend this company
Would definitely recommend.

