Get ready, London. The iconic Biscuit Factory in Bermondsey is about to become home to something completely new: Pocket Storage. This isn’t your average storage unit. Pocket Storage is launching its first-of-its-kind, fully automated, high-tech self-storage facility right in the heart of Bermondsey.
This site was once the heart of Peek Frean’s biscuit factory, giving Bermondsey its nickname, “Biscuit Town.” From 1866 to 1989, it churned out beloved biscuits, employing generations of locals. You’ll even find a blue plaque here, marking its significant place in London’s history. Now, with Pocket Storage, this landmark blends its sweet past with a high-tech future.
This move marks a significant moment for the historic London building, bringing a modern, convenient solution to urban dwellers who need secure space. Pocket Storage is all about making self-storage easy and accessible, leveraging cutting-edge technology to offer a seamless experience.
Max Wilson, Co-Founder of Pocket Storage, said,
“We’re incredibly excited to open our first site in such a landmark London location. The Biscuit Factory is the perfect spot to introduce our innovative, technology-driven approach to self-storage, providing Bermondsey residents with secure and convenient options right on their doorstep.”
Co-founder Louis Arron stated,
“Our fully automated setup means we can offer prices way below the usual market rates, all while making sure our customers get a top-notch experience. By offering modern storage that’s also great value, we’re confident we’ll make a real impact in an area that really needs it.”
78 per cent of residents in the London Bridge & West Bermondsey ward are between the ages of 20 and 39. This dense, highly mobile population is currently served by only two traditional self-storage facilities, underscoring why Pocket Storage sees Bermondsey as an ideal market.
When the site at 100 Drummond Road opens in September, the company plans to offer 132 storage units across 10,000 square feet of net rental storage area, spread across two floors.
Architectural Mock-up of Pocket Storage Biscuit Factory Facilities
Pocket Storage are taking underused urban spaces and turning them into super-smart, fully automated storage hubs right where you need them most. It’s a game-changer for places like Bermondsey, where space is gold dust.
This is just the start. Pocket Storage plans to open 38,000 square feet across three central London locations throughout 2025. Once they’ve made their mark here in the UK, the goal is to go global, hitting up other major, space-starved cities like New York City, Paris, and Tokyo.
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