{"id":2874,"date":"2026-04-17T15:35:07","date_gmt":"2026-04-17T15:35:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/uk\/industry-insights\/?p=2874"},"modified":"2026-04-30T15:39:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T15:39:34","slug":"vanguard-self-storage-maidenhead-branch-on-track-for-september-opening","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/uk\/industry-insights\/vanguard-self-storage-maidenhead-branch-on-track-for-september-opening\/","title":{"rendered":"Vanguard Self Storage Maidenhead Branch on Track for September Opening"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- VideographyWP Plugin Message: Automatic video embedding prevented by plugin options. --><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/bdcmagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/elementor\/thumbs\/IMG_2259-scaled-rm4qqusc9ex8y9k3pia5m7b1wb4skujr4rdeodknm0.jpeg\" alt=\"Vanguard Self Storage Maidenhead Branch on Track for September Opening - One Year After Original Announcement\" width=\"555\" height=\"198\" \/><\/p>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Vanguard Self Storage, one of the UK\u2019s leading independent self-storage companies, has confirmed significant progress on its new Maidenhead branch, scheduled for handover in August and opening in September 2026 \u2013 exactly one year after the project was first announced. This development marks Vanguard\u2019s tenth location in England, expanding its growing portfolio of high-quality storage facilities across the country.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Since the announcement in September 2025, key works completed at the site have included the following:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Full strip-out of the previous interiors, including the demolition of the old lift shafts and toilet block.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Piling to the former atrium and excavation of two new lift pits.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Full replacement of the old roof. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Replacement of all electrical distribution on site and the installation of a new ventilation system.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">The first fix of all the cabling for lighting, alarm systems, and access control.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Replacement of flooring throughout the branch<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Ceiling decoration and refurbishment<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">The project remains on track for an August handover, with final works underway to ensure the branch meets Vanguard\u2019s high standards. Once open, the branch will feature:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Three floors of versatile storage units, offering 660 units and 40,000 sq. ft. of net lettable space<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">A triple-height reception area showcasing a restored De Havilland Vampire aircraft<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Indoor loading bays, two 3.5-tonne Kone lifts, staff and customer facilities, and 24 dedicated parking spaces<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Energy-efficient LED lighting, EV charging, and cycle parking<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">143 kWp solar installation with an aim to be an operationally net-zero building. <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">EV Van to offer a local man and van service.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Enhanced security with individually alarmed and electronically locked units, 24\/7 CCTV monitoring, automated sliding gates, and perimeter fencing<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">The Maidenhead branch is expected to generate four new jobs, while supporting broader employment in associated local and surrounding businesses, reinforcing Vanguard\u2019s commitment to the neighbouring community and economy.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Will McCullagh, Managing Director of Vanguard Self Storage, said, \u201cThis facility represents a major investment in the local community, providing high-quality, secure storage solutions and creating new employment opportunities. We look forward to opening in late summer and to supporting the needs of the Maidenhead residential and business community.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p align=\"left\"><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">For more information about Vanguard Self Storage, please visit <\/span><\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><u>https:\/\/www.vanguardstorage.co.uk\/<\/u><\/span><\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p align=\"left\"><a href=\"https:\/\/bdcmagazine.com\/2026\/04\/vanguard-self-storage-maidenhead-branch-on-track-for-september-opening-one-year-after-original-announcement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Source<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Vanguard Self Storage, one of the UK\u2019s leading independent self-storage companies, has confirmed significant progress on its new Maidenhead branch, scheduled for handover in August and opening in September 2026 \u2013 exactly one year after the project was first announced. This development marks Vanguard\u2019s tenth location in England, expanding its growing portfolio of high-quality storage facilities across the country. Since the announcement in September 2025, key works completed at the site have included the following: Full strip-out of the previous interiors, including the demolition of the old lift shafts and&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":2875,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[20,6,22],"tags":[],"gutentor_comment":0,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/uk\/industry-insights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2874"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/uk\/industry-insights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/uk\/industry-insights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/uk\/industry-insights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/13"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/uk\/industry-insights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2874"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/uk\/industry-insights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2874\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2876,"href":"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/uk\/industry-insights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2874\/revisions\/2876"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/uk\/industry-insights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2875"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/uk\/industry-insights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2874"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/uk\/industry-insights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2874"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/uk\/industry-insights\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2874"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}