Bike storage and general storage
Bike storage
To store your bicycle in one of the residence bike stores, you need to ask your reception to log and tag it first.
Spaces in some stores are limited and tags are issued on a first come first serve basis, so do this as soon as you move in.
Use a strong lock - Devon and Cornwall Police recommend that you use two locks of the ‘D’ or ‘combination lock’ types.
Standard insurance cover is up to £300 for theft so consider increasing the level of cover if needed.
Due to health, safety and fire regulations, bikes are not allowed inside university residences. Any bikes found inside will be moved to the nearest secure bike shed and the bike owner will be charged.
Sports equipment
If you have sports equipment which you are looking to keep with you at university then please speak to the relevant sports club as they will be able to advise you on what you will need and whether any storage is available through them.
Special arrangements can be made for University Bicycle Club members to store their bike in a bike bag in their bedroom. Bikes would need to have detachable wheels so that the space taken up in the bedroom is kept to a minimum, in order to comply with health, safety and fire regulations. Other rules may apply and a copy of your membership is required.
General storage
Unfortunately, the University cannot offer students storage for belongings, but there are several private storage providers operating in and around Exeter:
- Big Yellow Self Storage
- Dainton Self Storage
- Ease The Squeeze Storage
- Edward Baden Student Service
- Kit Keeper
- HouseIt
- Safe Store
- Student Express
- Student Storage Box
- Stuff 2 Move
- Westcountry Storage Solutions
Disclaimer: this information is for reference only; these companies are in no way affiliated with the University and we cannot be held responsible for the quality of service they provide.
