Christmas is approaching, and for many students, that means heading home for a well-deserved break. But what happens to your belongings if your student accommodation closes for the holidays"

Packing up bedding, textbooks, kitchen appliances and other possessions can be challenging, particularly if you're travelling by public transport or have limited space at home. 

Student storage over Christmas offers a practical solution, allowing you to keep belongings secure and organised until you return to college.

What if you have to vacate your accommodation?

Not all student accommodation works in the same way. Some accommodation is available throughout the year. Others require students to leave during Christmas, Easter, or summer breaks as it’s used during these times. 

If your accommodation closes over Christmas, you may need to remove everything before leaving. Before making storage arrangements, check your accommodation agreement and confirm whether you must vacate the property completely or can leave belongings in your room. It is also worth checking your move-out deadline and when you will be able to return after Christmas.

This can be difficult if you have accumulated belongings throughout the term. Taking everything home may also be impractical, particularly for students travelling by public transport.

Think about what you genuinely need during the Christmas break. Essentials such as clothing, toiletries, important documents and current coursework can travel with you.

The rest can be sorted into belongings to take home, store or leave behind where permitted.

Why use student storage over Christmas?

Instead of transporting boxes, bedding, kitchen equipment and other belongings home, you can store them securely in self-storage for students until you return.

This can be particularly useful if:

• You live far from home
• You are travelling during the holidays
• Your family home has limited storage space
• You are moving accommodation next term
• You have bulky student furniture or equipment
• You do not want to transport everything twice

What should students put into storage?

Start by separating holiday essentials from everything else:

• Clothing you will not need during the break 
• Textbooks you’ve finished using
• Kitchen equipment
• Bedding and towels
• Sports equipment

Before packing items away, make sure they are clean and completely dry. Avoid storing perishable food, flammable materials or other prohibited items, and check your storage provider's restrictions if you're unsure.

Pack similar items together and label your boxes clearly. Keep important documents, valuables and anything you will need over Christmas with you.

How can students make Christmas storage easier?

Pack your things early

Start packing before the final day of term. Leaving everything until the last minute can make moving out much more stressful. Check your accommodation rules, organise transport and work out what you need to take home.

Estimate storage needs

When planning student storage over Christmas, estimate how much space your belongings will require. A few boxes of textbooks and clothes may fit into a smaller unit, while furniture, bedding and kitchen appliances could require additional space.

StorageWise in Limerick offers different unit sizes, with options to change your unit size if your requirements change. An initial minimum rental period of four weeks applies, so factor this into your Christmas storage plans.

Find out about pick-up and delivery

There is no need to transport everything yourself, either. Certain self-storage unit suppliers, such as StorageWise, offer a free move-in service, delivering a covered trailer to your student accommodation. You fill it with your belongings, and StorageWise then collects the trailer and takes everything to the storage facility.

Find out more about how to save money with these student storage hacks. 

What are the benefits of StorageWise student storage?

• StorageWise provides dry, clean, heated, and secure student storage for students.
• Student storage can be rented flexibly, with options to change your move-in date or unit size. 
• Free move-in assistance is offered, with a move-out service available (at cost). 
• There is 24-hour access available on request.
• You can order packaging supplies online. 

For more guidance on choosing and using student storage, read StorageWise's ultimate guide to student storage.

For students in Limerick, StorageWise Student Storage offers a practical student storage over Christmas solution designed around the realities of college life. Contact the team to find out more today!

FAQs and self-storage for students

What can I put into student storage over Christmas?

Students can store belongings they do not need during the holiday, such as clothing, bedding, textbooks, kitchen equipment and other personal possessions in self-storage units provided by StorageWise. 

Is student storage available in Limerick?

Yes. StorageWise offers student storage in Limerick in different unit sizes, with flexible options to suit student requirements.

Does StorageWise offer a student move-in service?

Yes. StorageWise offers a free move-in service. A covered trailer can be delivered to your student accommodation, collected once loaded and taken to the storage facility.