Size

Shipping containers are most commonly available in 20’ and 40’ lengths, but they also made or can be modified to: 6′, 8′, 9′, 10′, 15’, 20′, 30′, 40′, or 45′.

Condition

Either ‘Used’, ‘One Trip’ or ‘Custom Built’.
Shipping containers are usually manufactured abroad and ‘One Trip’ means they have been used to transport goods on route to this country.

Purpose

Pre-made containers come in a number of versions: Standard Doors, Tri Door, High Cube, Side Opening, Tunnel, High Open etc.

They are also fantastic for modifying into a large range of purposes: Office, Welfare Unit, Canteen, Off Shore, Refrigerated, Insulated, Modular, Multistore, Chemicals, Workshop, Agriculture, Boiler or Custom Built.

Options

We offer a large range of accessories/options which include: Padlocks, Canopy, Air Conditioning, Heating, Lighting, Electrics, Ramp, Staircases, Shelving, Windows or Shutters.

With so many shipping container configurations, its hard to know what’s the right choice… so phone now, and one of our experts will find the best solution for you and supply a quotation, there and then!

Call: 0333 600 6260

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Container Modifications

Our considerable experience with modifying shipping containers means that we are able to take any bespoke specification and make it a reality. Over 260 Modified Containers constructed… so far!

View our modifications

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Shipping Container Sales

Lion Containers Ltd have a wide variety of shipping containers for sale throughout the UK. Please see a list of our depot areas below. For further information regarding cost and delivery, please contact us and a member of our expert and professional sales team will be in touch.

Container sales

Supplying shipping containers for over 10 years

£10 Million turnover in sales per year

We have a large number of depots nationwide

The biggest container modifications company in the UK

Containers sold or modified per week

Concepts

Come and discuss your ideas with us and we will create a presentation document with 3D realistic imagery to help visualise the project and show the process from concept to reality.

Visualise your project

Case Studies

Lion Containers supply shipping containers to a wide range of clients in many different industries, and carry out a wide range of modifications. Simply filter by category and click on the images to read the case study you are interested.

Completed projects

Building Excellence Awards

We were regionally shortlisted as finalists in the LABC (Local Authority Building Control) Building Excellence Awards. See our staff and see why are team was shortlisted for such a prestigious award.

Meet the team

Why buy from Lion Containers?

Lion Containers are one of the largest established shipping container sales and modification companies in the UK. We have experienced sales staff who will help you choose the right container and organise the logistics for alterations and delivery.

Can I purchase a container online?

No, we do not offer online purchases. There are almost too many choices that it is really best to speak with our customers and make sure they are getting the best solution at the best price. Just give us a call.

Do you have stock and availability?

On average we sell around 400 shipping containers per week, so we need to keep a sizable quantity and range in stock for immediate delivery.

Can you modify my container?

We have a team of fitters to make even simple modifications, such as: additional doors, windows, lighting etc. Give one of sales staff a call and they can give you an accurate quotation for your ideal unit.

Do you have depots nationwide?

Yes. We have 12 Depots spread around the UK, which enables us to deliver anywhere in the country at cost effective prices.

Can you remove my old container?

Yes, and we also offer ‘Guaranteed Future Value Buy Back’ deals. For example: you might only need your shipping container for a limited period time, to safely store furniture while your house is being re-furbished.

Customer Testimonials

Great company to deal with. Extremely helpful especially Sam. She went above and beyond to help me. Efficient and reliable service from start to finish. I would highly recommend... read more Lion containers.

Dianne Pearson
February 28, 2025
Great customer service and quick and efficient delivery.

Millie Price
February 26, 2025
Extremely quick and efficient service. Could not recommend more. From enquiry to payment to delivery only took a few days. The service from Kimmy in sales was perfect and on... read more point....as it should be

COLIN LAMBERT
February 5, 2025
A Pleasure to work with real people not machines.Kimmey at Lion containers explained how every worked & gave good advice. once container was ordered & paid for deliverywas arranged quickly.... read more

Calum
January 5, 2025
Kimmy was amazing! From start to finish! Seamless and smooth delivery! Container in place

Div L
January 5, 2025
Excellent service provided by the Lion’s team. Kimmy did an outstanding job and made all the necessary arrangements to accommodate our tight schedule. Well done!

CS
December 5, 2024
Great service thank you Sam, very accommodating and flexible I would definitely recommend.

austin fuller (Ozzy)
December 5, 2024
Great service and best price. Sam communicated extremely well from start to finish. Thank you.

Dave Brown
December 5, 2024
Lion containers were very helpful from the first contact I had with them to the last email, keeping me well informed with progress of the order and ETA of delivery.... read more

Steve Thompson
December 5, 2024