Opening Folkestone 2026

Smart Storage.
On Your Terms.

Folkestone's first fully automated self-storage facility. Book online, access 24/7, and manage everything from your phone — no phone calls, no appointments, no fuss.

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£100
From per month
24/7
Smart gate access
2026
Opening Folkestone
Mako Self Storage containers
160 sq ft
Full-size container units
0.35
Sq ft storage per person in Folkestone
UK average is 0.94 sq ft
63%
Below the UK national average
One of the most underserved catchments in the South East
~60k
Square feet of unmet demand
No national brands. No purpose-built facilities.
52k+
Population catchment
85% of customers come from within 3 miles
What we're building

Modern storage.
Built for real life.

Everything the existing Folkestone operators aren't: automated, always open, and designed around you.

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Smart 24/7 Access

Access your unit any time via the Nokē smart gate system — no staff required. You receive a unique code or app credential on move-in. No appointments. No waiting.

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Book & Pay Online

Find a unit, book it, sign your contract, and set up payment — all online. Managed through Stora, a UK-based self-storage platform built for exactly this. Completely paperless.

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Two Unit Sizes

Full-size 160 sq ft containers (20ft) and quarter-size 40 sq ft units — the only flexible size option in Folkestone. Whether you're storing a sofa or a filing cabinet, there's a unit for you.

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CCTV Monitored Site

Cloud-connected CCTV with 24/7 recording and mobile alerts. Perimeter fencing with a controlled access gate. Your belongings are secure whether you visit daily or never.

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Flexible Terms

No long-term contracts. Roll monthly and leave when you're ready. Storage should flex around your life, not the other way around.

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Folkestone, Kent

Based in and built for Folkestone. Targeting the Park Farm / Shearway / Cheriton industrial corridor — accessible from the A20 with easy vehicle access and turning space.

Simple pricing

Know what you'll pay.
Every month.

Transparent, all-inclusive pricing. VAT included. No setup fees.

Quarter-Size Unit · 40 sq ft
£100
per month, incl. VAT
Approx. 5ft × 8ft
  • 24/7 smart gate access
  • Online booking & payment
  • CCTV monitored site
  • Roll monthly, no lock-in

* Introductory pricing — register now to lock in your first month for £1 when we open.

A real gap.
A proven model.

Mako Self Storage is raising its first round via SEIS to fund the Folkestone site build. The container-based, automated model is the fastest-growing segment of UK self storage — low capex, modular growth, and high margins once stabilised.

We're looking for one or two anchor investors who understand the opportunity in underserved regional markets. The business plan and financial model are available on request.

SEIS Investment — Advance Assurance in Progress

Eligible UK investors can claim 50% income tax relief on SEIS investments, plus Capital Gains Tax exemption on any gain. SEIS Advance Assurance is being sought from HMRC before any investment is accepted. This document does not constitute financial advice.

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£75k
Target SEIS raise (base case). Funds site CAPEX, working capital, and container deposits.
Month 3
Target EBITDA positive — breakeven at just 41% occupancy (13 of 32 units).
18–25%
Target annual ROI for equity JV investors (base case). Physical container assets retain resale value.
£170k
Projected annualised revenue at Phase 3 stabilisation (160 units, 85% occupancy).
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