How to Reclaim Your Space After Children Fly the Nest

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When kids leave the nest and go into their own homes, it’s a normal part of life. Many parents find themselves grappling with the phenomenon known as Empty Nest Syndrome. This emotional transition can be challenging, but it also opens up exciting possibilities for personal growth and rediscovery. There are things to look forward to,…

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Can You Go to Your Storage Unit After Hours?

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Storage units are a great option if you’re looking for a space to store excess inventory or keep any equipment you don’t want cluttering up your home. Unlike other business bases, like offices, you can access most storage units outside the typical 9-5 work day. This blog will explain everything you need to know about…

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Moving Out? Here Are 5 Tips to Make It Easier

Planning to move out of the family home for the first time? Whether you’re heading off to university or have secured a long-term place of your own, the process of moving out for the first time can seem incredibly daunting. If you’re a little scared about the whole thing, don’t worry – you’re not alone!…

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Why More People Are Using Self Storage Than Ever

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Self storage is on the rise here in the UK. Since storage facilities first began popping up here in the ‘80s, the market has steadily increased – and the popularity of storage-based TV shows from across the pond has further raised awareness of the sector. Today, it’s bigger than ever, and it’s come a long…

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Transformation of Peterborough’s Station Quarter On Track

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Plans to transform the area around Peterborough’s busy train station, known as Station Quarter, have been greenlit following a successful application for £48m in Government funding. Supplied by the Government’s Levelling Up Fund, the money is expected to cover the first stage of the Council’s renovation plans. Further funding is expected in the coming months,…

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New to Self Storage? Common Myths Busted!

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There are quite a few self storage myths floating around out there. Whether you take them at face value or not, rumours and hearsay can affect your confidence and willingness to give something a try – which is why we’re dispelling some of the most common myths in this post. From what you can store…

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Getting Your House Ready for Sale: Five Top Tips

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We all know how stressful house moves can be – and one of the most nerve-wracking parts typically is overseeing the sale of your own home. But it doesn’t have to be that way – there are a number of things you can do to speed up the process and sell your home that little…

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Two Major Peterborough Projects Get Greenlit With £3.5m Funding

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Peterborough City Council has announced that two major projects have been given the go ahead, following the allocation of £3.5m in funding from the Government’s Towns Fund. The Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC) approved proposals for a new Activity Centre at Ferry Meadows and a Green Technology Centre at Peterborough College. As…

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Peterborough Green Spaces Recognised With Green Flag Award

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Three of Peterborough’s best-loved green spaces have retained their ‘Green Flag’ status. If you’re a Peterborough resident, you’ll doubtless be familiar with Central Park and Itter Park, but Eye’s Manor Farm Park has also retained its prized Green Flag award. This prestigious accolade is only given to the nation’s best open spaces. A variety of…

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