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How to plan a long term solo travel trip

Long term travel is an aspirational goal for many people. In particular, it’s appealing to those looking to change their routine and find new life experiences. It was previously thought that long term travel primarily appealed to younger people, who may have less responsibilities holding them back. Recent data from ABTA proves this is not…

An expert’s guide to storing Disney Pixar collectibles

Following the release of the latest Pixar sequel ‘Inside Out 2’, we wanted to take a look at collectible Disney Pixar items people have kept stored over the years to see which movie’s merchandise can command the highest value. Having already researched more general childhood items which may be worth a small fortune, we wanted…

What are the biggest mistakes people make when moving house?

Mistakes to avoid when moving… It’s frequently said that moving house can be a stressful experience, especially if you feel unprepared to handle the different moving parts which come with relocating. We wanted to look at what some of the most common problems were that people facing moving house, and offer our expertise in relocating…

Expert advice for decluttering your house

What are the benefits of decluttering your home? The thought of decluttering your home can feel overwhelming and be hard to know where to start, especially if you have left things for a while to build up. Despite this, decluttering and organising your home can have a list of benefits for your mental and physical…

5 best towns and villages to live near Hinckley & Burbage

Moving to the Hinckley Area? Great! Hinckley is a rapidly growing town that has become a real hotspot for both private home dwellings and a wide range of businesses. There are many benefits to living in Hinckley, especially because of its central location in the heart of England. There is also the suburb of Burbage,…

Ordinary Childhood Items You Might Be Storing that are Extremely Valuable

Which Childhood Memorabilia Might Have Value? One of the benefits of utilising household self storage is the ability to keep hold of items you might not have space for in your home, which could appreciate in value over the years. The items we imagine that could become valuable has changed significantly over the years. Product…

Simple, Effective Steps to Help Sell Your Home

Getting Ready to Sell Your Home? Great! It’s time to prepare your property for the market and Extra Room Self Storage have compiled some simple steps to help sell your home… We’ve included everything to help make the sale process as quick and stress free as possible. There’s clear, straightforward tips as well as affordable…

Why Tamworth is a Top Town to Live And Work In

Tempted to move to Tamworth? You’re not alone. The Staffordshire market town named after the River Tame that flows through it, is experiencing an upsurge in popularity from both home movers and businesses relocating. There are many good reasons for living and working in the Tamworth area, a town recently cited by The Guardian newspaper…

What’s Being Built at The Redgate?

If you’re regular users of the A5 & A444, you may have noticed construction work going on at The Redgate junction. This is all part of exciting expansion plans for Extra Room Self Storage. The site was formally occupied by Countrywide Farmers before it went into administration. Extra Room are delighted to be breathing new…