Apart from the more mundane [yet practical] uses we find for self storage, there some extremely interesting items chilling in storage units. Popular shows about the contents of self storage units and containers have awoken people’s interest in the secret world of storage. Even many celebs utilise these handy spaces to keep their weird and wonderful items and collections.

Million Dollar Comic

Celebs like Nicholas Cage is famously an avid reader and collector of comic books [everyone to his own] which is why he must have been gutted to be burgled in 2000. He possessed a first edition copy of Action Classics worth £1 million dollars that was stolen. There is a happy ending to this story though, when 10 years later it was found in an abandoned self storage container.

Hidden Bond Car

In 1989, somebody purchased a storage container with contents at a Long Island auction, and got a bit of a surprise on opening it. Contained inside was the original Lotus Submarine Car used by Roger Moore in Bond film, The Spy Who Loved Me. A little dented and with a few missing tyres, the impressive vehicle was restored and shown in various museum exhibitions for 24 years. It was finally sold to Elon Musk in 2013 for £616,000.

Rocket in Space

How about the storage unit auctioned off in Florida which contained a NASA rocket and countdown clock. The items were placed in storage after a space programme was discontinued. Then there are the garments of soul diva Aretha Franklin, found in a unit in Michigan. They say the clothes were placed there following a fire at her home, then probably forgotten about.

These are just a few examples of the fascinating tales of self storage units and containers, contact Cubic Storage if you have anything you want to store. We cater to customers all over the North East in places like Jarrow, North Shields, Whitley Bay and Tynemouth.

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North Shields, Tyne and Wear, is an historic town which dates back to 1225. One of the many tourist attractions of this area are The Lights of North Shields. These 16th century buildings incorporate permanent lights, once intended to safely guide ships. The Wooden Dolly statue also draws many an interested visitor, and has been replaced 6 times since it first appeared in 1814. If you are intending to move to North Shields or another part of the North East of England, here are a few reasons you may be pleased with your decision : –

• Regeneration and Investment have in recent years grown significantly here, and planning and design is focused on enhanced living. Improved play areas, modernised town centres and new build homes abound. Quaysides are being transformed into leisure hot spots, and some extremely desirable apartments are popping up.
• Employment is continually increasing in the North East, as major companies clamour to invest. Many sectors within the digital industry are migrating to the North East, along with scientific research bodies and chemical processing specialists. Tens of thousands of jobs have been created by major manufacturers such as Nissan. Tourism is of course yet another big employer in this part of the world as people flock to take in the sights.
• Eye Popping Scenery with numerous places of interest which boast breathtaking views from the rugged wilds of the Northumberland Coast to the North Pennines. Stunning scenery can be found in such places as Keider Forest and Park, Durham Heritage Coast, Hadrians Wall and Whitley Bay.
• Housing Prices in North East England are some of the lowest in the UK, with something for all budgets
• North Easterners are renowned for their warmth, friendliness and willingness to chat to or help a stranger. The locals are extremely proud of their heritage and culture, and aren’t shy about telling you. You’ll be feeling at home before you know it.
   

Remember, if you need to hire a self storage container during your move to North Shields, contact Cubic Storage on 07531 435637, we’ll be delighted to assist.

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