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Shipping container refrigerated container used delivered to Leicester

Shipping container refrigerated container used in Leicester: price range £5,050 – £11,950

Are you looking for a shipping container refrigerated container used in Leicester (East Midlands)? Textiles and fashion (Indian golden mile, agri-food), logistics hub (DIRFT Daventry nearby), University of Leicester (discovery of Richard III). Strong South Asian diaspora, diversified economy. Our nearest depot partner is Magna Park Lutterworth (LE17). Delivery in 48 h from DIRFT or East Midlands Airport. Rate £270-£490. No Clean Air Zone, centre with restricted hours. Industrial zones (Meridian Business Park, Braunstone) via M1.

From£5,050
up to £11,950

Price for refrigerated container used container in Leicester

Rates for Leicester (regional coefficient ×0.92 applied to the national grid).

StatusPrice Excl. VATFor what use
Grade A used reefer 20 feet£5,303 – £12,548Agro, event, pharma moderate volume — typical use in Leicester: textiles and fashion
Grade A used reefer 40 feet£5,303 – £12,548Agro, long-term rental, cold workshop — typical use in Leicester: logistics
Grade A used high cube reefer 40 feet£5,303 – £12,548Pharma, premium agro, dual-temp — typical use in Leicester: textiles and fashion

Indicative prices for Leicester (regional coefficient ×0.92, rounded up by 50 €). Excluding delivery (£250 – £900 depending on postcode). Source depot: Magna Park Lutterworth (LE17).

Why choose a refrigerated container used container in Leicester?

The dominant sectors in Leicester (Textiles and fashion (golden mile), Logistics (nearby DIRFT), Agri-food (Walkers Crisps), University (Richard III)) have recurring needs for refrigerated container shipping containers for textiles and fashion: temporary construction site storage, site accommodation units, archives, equipment.

Population: 360,000 inhabitants · Department LEC (Leicestershire) · Region East Midlands.

Delivery to Leicester

Postcodes served: LE1, LE2, LE3, LE4, LE5.

Lead time from Magna Park Lutterworth (LE17): 5-10 working days.

Delivery in 48 h from DIRFT or East Midlands Airport. Rate £270-£490. No Clean Air Zone, centre with restricted hours. Industrial zones (Meridian Business Park, Braunstone) via M1.

Estimated delivery cost: £250 to £900 depending on your postcode.

Frequently Asked Questions — refrigerated container shipping container in Leicester

Which brand of refrigeration unit to prefer?+

Carrier Transicold (global leader) and Thermo King are reliable: parts available, technicians trained throughout Europe. Daikin (Japan) is excellent but less support in the UK. MCI ages poorly. Ask for the year of manufacture (ideally < 10 years).

How much electricity does a reefer consume?+

At -18 °C in continuous operation: 6-8 kWh (40 feet), 4-6 kWh (20 feet). For long-term rental, expect €80-150/day for national grid consumption. With generator set: add fuel (~20 L/24h).

Can a used reefer do dual-temp (two zones)?+

Some 40 feet reefers (one removable internal partition) allow dual-temp. For example, +4 °C and -18 °C in the same container. Additional cost ~15-25 % vs single-zone. Relevant for event caterers or multi-product pharma.

What is the delivery cost for a refrigerated container shipping container to Leicester?+

Delivery costs range from €250 to €900 depending on your postcode (LE1, LE2, LE3, LE4…) and distance from the depot Magna Park Lutterworth (LE17). Delivery in 48 h from DIRFT or East Midlands Airport. Rate £270-£490. No Clean Air Zone, centre with restricted hours. Industrial zones (Meridian Business Park, Braunstone) via M1. Standard lead time: 5-10 working days.

Is there a container depot for refrigerated container near Leicester?+

Yes — the nearest partner depot for refrigerated container used is Magna Park Lutterworth (LE17). The nearby towns served without additional cost around Leicester: Loughborough, Hinckley, Coalville, Market Harborough. For other cities in the Leicestershire, a kilometre charge will be added according to road distance.

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Shipping container refrigerated container used in Leicester: price range £5,303 – £12,548