As any parent knows, moving house with kids is right up there with the most stressful things you can do — somewhere between a long-haul flight with toddlers and assembling flat-pack furniture without instructions.
When my family recently moved, we discovered one simple thing that made the whole process far easier: Big Yellow Storage.
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I’ll be honest — at first, I wasn’t sure storage would be worth the effort. We had boxes everywhere, the new place needed decorating, and I didn’t fancy adding another “job” to the list. But with toys, furniture, and kids’ bikes taking over the living room, my wife made the executive decision: some of it had to go into storage. And that’s how I found myself at Big Yellow.
From the start, it couldn’t have been simpler. The booking process was refreshingly easy — I managed the whole thing online in about ten minutes. They offer a handy size guide, which helped me figure out exactly what space we needed (turns out, dads are notoriously bad at estimating sizes… of boxes). Once we arrived, the staff were brilliant. Friendly, helpful, and patient — even when my youngest insisted on “helping” with the padlock. They showed us around, explained how everything worked, and reassured us about security, which was a big deal for me.
Speaking of security — this is where Big Yellow really shines. The facility we used had gated access, individual alarms for each unit, 24-hour CCTV, and personal PIN codes. You can tell it’s designed for people who care about their stuff, not just need a place to dump it. It felt reassuringly safe, and that peace of mind made all the difference. When you’re juggling house keys, school runs, and a moving van, knowing your belongings are properly protected takes one huge worry off your plate.
Another thing that stood out was the cleanliness and organisation. The whole place was spotless — more like a well-run hotel than a dusty old warehouse. Lifts were large enough for bulky furniture, and they even provided trolleys and pallet trucks, which saved me countless trips back and forth. Plus, access hours were flexible, so if I needed to grab something quickly — like the Christmas decorations my wife suddenly “had to have” — I could just pop in without hassle.
In short, Big Yellow made a chaotic time feel manageable. As a dad, I appreciated how easy it was to get sorted without endless paperwork or stress. As a family, we appreciated the security, convenience, and the sense that our belongings were being well looked after while we focused on settling into our new home.
So, if you’re a family about to move, renovate, or just need to reclaim some space, I’d wholeheartedly recommend Big Yellow Storage. It’s reliable, safe, and surprisingly family-friendly. In a world where so much about moving is out of your control, it’s nice to find something that just works.
Final Verdict: 5/5 — Big Yellow made moving with kids not just easier, but almost enjoyable. (Almost.)
