Shipping Containers for Sale in London
Shipping containers for sale in London with planned urban delivery from our Tilbury depot on the Thames Estuary.
Container Sales Near London
Tilbury is our principal supply point for Greater London. We arrange container sales for commercial premises, developments, schools and suitable private sites across the capital without claiming a separate central London yard.
Stock is held at our Tilbury depot, not a separate London yard. That keeps delivery distances short and pricing clear.
London delivery needs careful planning for vehicle restrictions, parking, timing, overhead clearance and crane working space. The quote reflects the postcode and any local charges or access requirements.
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Tilbury depotStarting prices
Container prices near London
These are published starting prices for the container only. Delivery from our Tilbury depot is quoted separately using your postcode, site access and placement requirements.
| Size | Condition | External size | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10ft | Refurbished | 3.0m × 2.4m × 2.6m | From £1,650 + VAT |
| 10ft | New 1-trip | 3.0m × 2.4m × 2.6m | From £2,750 + VAT |
| 20ft | Low-grade used | 6.1m × 2.4m × 2.6m | From £950 + VAT |
| 20ft | New 1-trip | 6.1m × 2.4m × 2.6m | From £1,900 + VAT |
| 40ft | Used | 12.2m × 2.4m × 2.6m | From £1,450 + VAT |
| 40ft | New 1-trip | 12.2m × 2.4m × 2.6m | From £3,050 + VAT |
Delivery usually adds £250–£700 + VAT. The exact cost depends on distance, access and lift requirements.
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Site access near London
Access requirements depend on the container and the vehicle assigned to the job. We confirm the safe working space before booking rather than relying on one clearance figure for every delivery.
Common delivery routes: A13 and M25 for Essex and Greater London, with onward routes into Kent, Surrey and Hertfordshire.
Local consideration: Urban deliveries may require checks for parking controls, restricted streets, parked vehicles, overhead cables and limited crane working space.
What to send with your enquiry
Entrance and route width
Measure the narrowest gate, lane or access point and note any tight bends on the approach.
Turning and working space
Share the available space for the delivery vehicle to enter, position and leave safely.
Overhead clearance
Identify cables, branches, canopies and buildings along the route and beside the placement area.
Ground and slope
The vehicle and container need firm, level ground. Tell us about soft ground, gradients, drains or weak surfaces.
Final container position
Mark the intended door direction and the distance from the vehicle to the set-down point.
Photos and measurements
Send clear photos or a short video with measurements. We use them to select the appropriate delivery vehicle.
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Real delivery
See a crane-assisted container placement
This Roseberry Containers delivery shows a container being lifted from the vehicle and lowered onto prepared level ground. Your vehicle and lift plan are confirmed after we review your site access.
“20ft container delivered with efficiency, great communication, great product as described.”
Video description
There is no spoken narration. A crane-assisted delivery vehicle lifts a green shipping container, moves it over the prepared placement area and lowers it onto level ground.
Container Sales in London: Common Questions
How much does a shipping container cost in London?
Prices depend on size and condition. 20ft low-grade used containers start from £950 + VAT, with new 1-trip 20ft units from £1,900 + VAT. Delivery from our Tilbury depot to London typically adds £250–£700 + VAT. Call Roseberry Containers on 07793 251550 for a quote to your postcode.
Do you deliver shipping containers to London?
Yes. We deliver 10ft, 20ft and 40ft shipping containers to London from our Tilbury depot. Most local postcodes can be reached within a few working days of order confirmation.
Is there a Roseberry Containers depot in London?
Stock for London is held at our Tilbury depot. We deliver direct to your site, so you get clear local delivery pricing without needing a separate London yard.
How do I get a quote for a container in London?
Call us on 07793 251550 or submit an enquiry through our website. We respond the same day with a clear quote covering the container, delivery to London and VAT.
What access information do you need for delivery in London?
We check access before every London delivery. Send the narrowest entrance width, available turning space, overhead clearance, ground condition, intended container position and clear site photos so we can select the appropriate vehicle.
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