Pink Storage Invests £4 Million in New Facility at Historic Lemington Glassworks Site in Newcastle
Pink Storage has committed £4 million to develop a new self-storage centre on the historic Lemington Glassworks site in Newcastle.
The project covers 2.2 acres and marks the company’s 26th location across the UK. It will feature 380 drive-up storage containers, providing a total of 60,800 square feet of storage space and 445,360 cubic feet of capacity. Situated on Lemington Road, the facility enhances Pink Storage’s footprint in the North East, catering to both personal and business storage needs.
This development also revitalises a portion of the former Lemington Glassworks, contributing to the ongoing regeneration of the area. The glassworks operated from 1899 until its closure in 1985 and was the last functioning glassworks of its kind in the UK, holding significant industrial heritage value for the region.
The purpose-built facility is designed for ease of use, allowing customers to book units online in under a minute. Access is granted instantly through a unique PIN code, with automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) enabling direct vehicle entry to individual units. Security measures include 24-hour CCTV surveillance and individually secured containers.
Scott Evans, CEO of Pink Storage, commented: “Our £4 million investment in Lemington is a significant commitment for Pink Storage and reflects the continued demand for convenient, secure storage in the North East.
“The 2.2-acre development gives us a strong presence in Newcastle and allows us to provide substantial additional storage capacity for local residents and businesses.
“Bringing part of the former Lemington Glassworks back into productive use is particularly rewarding given its connection to Newcastle’s industrial heritage. We’re pleased to be investing in the area while creating a modern facility that meets the needs of today’s storage customers.”
