Last updated: 22 out, 2024
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Stasher's 2024 Guide to Luggage Storage in London 🧳
London: the UK’s capital, one of the world’s busiest cities, and the place where it all started for Stasher. We stored our very first bags here in London and it’s been our number one city ever since. Helping you find luggage storage near you in London is what we are here for!
But let’s be real: you’re not here for the thrill of stashing a bag. We accept that. We’re here to help you with why you’re REALLY here - to have a great time in London. We want you to get the most out of your trip, whether you’re here for a day, a month, or even if you live here!
This guide will tell you why you might need Stasher, how it works, where you can find storage near you, as well as local tips and tricks from our London-based team.
Pack your bags - and we’ll see you soon!
Where can I leave my luggage in London? 🇬🇧
London used to have lockers in major train stations, but now only a handful of "official facilities" remain, and they are expensive (£7.50 for 3 hours, £12.50 for 24 hours, just for one bag). They also often have long queues while they scan bags. We set up Stasher to offer people a better service.
Stasher has hundreds of storage locations in London (and thousands around the rest of the world). The guides below will help you refine your search (by station, airport etc). But when you're ready, the best way to find us is to use the search bar above, or download our app, and browse our available options. We guarantee they'll be better value than at the stations.
Why store your luggage in London?
Every day, millions of people travel through London. This is a city full of energy and full of busy people. Whatever the reason you’re here, there’s one thing you don’t want to be doing: dragging heavy bags or suitcases around with you.
To save you wasting your first/last day with bags, Stasher is here to help you out.
Luggage storage for tourists 🛬
Whether you stayed in an Airbnb, a hotel, or with friends - nobody wants to be stuck with their bags after the dreaded 10am checkout. Sure, you might need better friends if they’re imposing checkout times on you. And sure, your hotel might offer free storage. But London’s a big place. With Stasher, you can choose from hundreds of secure storage options near you, either where you're staying or where you're going.
Luggage storage for events ⚽
Another common problem is the “no-baggage policy”! Stadiums, museums and arenas are getting increasingly strict on what you can bring in - to be safe, it’s advisable never to bring bags bigger than an A4 piece of paper. While some venues will have a cloakroom, like Wembley, you can be sure to face long queues and exorbitant prices.
Stasher has several options dotted around all of London’s main venues: booking online avoids the queues and it’ll be much cheaper. Whether you’re into sports (we love football), music, history or anything else - it’s a no-brainer to Stash your bags first.
Storing bags for a night out after work 🕺
Does it surprise you to learn that Brits in London use Stasher more than international tourists? Even though we built Stasher primarily for travel, locals appreciate the service too. Going on a night out with friends or colleagues? Going to the gym? Going on a date? Store your things securely and you’ll have one less thing to worry about.
How to use Stasher to store baggage in London
We built Stasher to help you out in all those circumstances and more. But how does it work?
Stasher connects you with shops and hotels all across London who can keep your bags safe (we call them Stashpoints). These businesses have secure storage areas (either locked storage rooms or actual lockers). Check out our detailed guide to storing luggage in hotels when you're not a guest.
When you book online with Stasher, you reserve this space for the exact dates and times you need. Your luggage is also guaranteed by us against loss or damage. You can search a specific location or hit the near me now button to search for luggage storage near you (remember to enable location permissions).
Booking is simple - we recommend downloading our app, but you can also use this website. Simply search for the area you need storage, choose the best option based on location, times and price.
You can pay using credit card, Apple Pay and Google Pay. It takes less than 2 minutes and both you and the Stashpoint will receive confirmation by email.
When you arrive in store, follow the instructions in the email, showing this and photo ID. Store the bag in the secure Stasher area - we also recommend taking a photo which you can show upon collection.
That’s it. It’s easy, it’s cheap, and it’s your ticket to freedom!
Do London train stations have luggage storage or lockers? 🚂
When we founded Stasher - and invented the concept of digital-first luggage storage, subsequently imitated by LuggageHero, Nannybag, Radical Storage & Bounce - the first Stashpoint we ever signed up was by London’s Euston station. To this day, we target train stations first when we launch a new city - and we’re live in over 1000, so we’ve repeated this formula a lot!
Below is a list of London’s top stations, to help you find what you need faster. Click to see our guides to each.
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Luggage Storage near Euston
A short walk from King’s Cross / St Pancras. Handy for visitors arriving from the north west, or planning to explore the nearby British Museum or the Wellcome Collection. The official facilities in the station are expensive (£15 per bag for the day or more). Tubes: Victoria and Northern lines.
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Luggage Storage near Paddington Station
Trains go west, and the Heathrow Express departs here. Drop your bags and enjoy a visit to Hyde Park, Little Venice or the Serpentine Gallery.Tubes: Hammersmith, Circle, District, Bakerloo and Elizabeth lines.
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Luggage Storage near Victoria Station
Trains go south, and the Gatwick Express departs here. A 10 minute walk from Victoria Coach station. Perfect for those headed to Buckingham Palace or the Victoria Palace Theatre.Tubes: Victoria, Circle and District lines.
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Luggage Storag near St Pancras International
St Pancras - home of the Eurostar, Thameslink and the East Midlands Railway. Use Stasher’s luggage storage in London around St. Pancras International if you’re catching a train to Paris or visiting the British Library.
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Luggage Storage near King's Cross
Trains go north from King's Cross. Stasher offers plenty of luggage storage options near Kings Cross Station, ideal for explorers heading to the Harry Potter Shop, Hogwarts or Regent's Canal.Tubes: Piccadilly, Northern, Victoria, Hammersmith, Circle and Metropolitan lines all intersect here.
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Luggage Storage near Charing Cross
Trains go south east from Charing Cross. Visit the National Gallery or stroll through Trafalgar Square. Tubes: Bakerloo and Northern, while nearby Embankment is on the Circle, District and Northern lines. Fun fact: London’s central coordinates land exactly on Charing Cross station.
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Luggage Storage near Liverpool Street Station
The Stansted Express departs here, as do trains east. Explore Spitalfields Market or the bustling Shoreditch area.Tubes: Central, Circle, Hammersmith, Metropolitan and Elizabeth line tubes, while nearby Moorgate adds the Northern line.
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Luggage Storage near London Bridge Station
Trains go south east from London Bridge. It is home to the iconic Shard and Borough Market. Don't fall for the classic tourist trap: taking a photo of Tower Bridge and thinking that it’s London Bridge (London Bridge is likely the boring grey bridge you’re standing on when you take the photo). Tubes: Jubilee and Northern lines.
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Luggage Storage near Waterloo Station
Trains go south. Stasher’s luggage storage near Waterloo will free you up to explore the London Eye or stroll along South Bank, like in all the movies.Tubes: Northern, Bakerloo, Jubilee and Waterloo & City lines.
Can I store my luggage at airports in London? ✈️
Airports are another hugely popular area where people need to leave luggage. Tourists transiting through London make use of Stasher’s airport storage locations every day, storing their bags for days or weeks at a time.
Just note, we work with hotels who are generally located very near but NOT inside the actual airport terminals! In some cases, taking a shuttle bus might be advisable.
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Luggage Storage near Heathrow Airport
London’s biggest airport, serving long-haul and short-haul destinations. You can get to Heathrow via the Heathrow Express, the Elizabeth Line, the Piccadilly line, by car (if you’re brave) or by bus. Stasher is perfect for travellers in transit, needing to leave bags for days or weeks, and is much cheaper than the in-airport Excess Baggage Company facilities.
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Yes, you'll find several Stasher options within a short distance of the terminal, for half the price of the facilities in the terminals.
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Is there luggage storage at Heathrow Airport Terminal 4?
Yes, there are secure storage options in Stasher's partner hotels, for half the price of the facilities in terminal 4.
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Is there luggage storage at Heathrow Airport Terminal 5?
Absolutely. Stasher has affordable storage near T5 in partner hotels. The official facilities are more expensive and will cost on average £15 per bag
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Luggage Storage near Gatwick Airport
You can reach Gatwick by Thameslink train, the Gatwick Express which goes from Victoria, or by coach - no tube lines go to Gatwick. Stasher is ideal for travellers looking for cost-effective and flexible storage solutions outside traditional airport hours.
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Is there luggage storage at Gatwick North or Gatwick South Terminal?
Stasher has great value partner hotels that will store your luggage securely near both terminals. The airport also has a facility in each terminal, costing £15 per bag per day (making Stasher half the price).
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Luggage Storage near Luton Airport
You can reach Luton by Thameslink - just note you’ll need to change at Luton Airport Parkway. Stasher has several hotel options for storage very near to Luton Airport. Perfect for cheap storage before your European getaway.
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Luggage Storage near London City Airport
London City is a wonderful airport - genuinely, it’s one of the best in the world, an airport that was really designed with passengers in mind. We could go on about its merits, but the main thing you need to know is you can get to it via DLR (perhaps even taking the cable car at North Greenwich). Stasher provides cost-effective and secure luggage storage solutions nearby.
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Luggage Storage near Stansted Airport
Stansted is home to Ryanair, therefore if you’re taking a cheap flight to Europe, you’ll likely have to travel through it. You can reach Stansted via train, taking the Victoria line to Tottenham Hale and changing, or the Stansted Express from Liverpool Street; you can also get coaches from Liverpool Street, Stratford or other locations.
Are there luggage lockers at bus stations in London? 🚌
Googling for luggage storage near me in London at bus stations? Stasher offers luggage storage solutions at major bus stations throughout London, providing a gateway to explore the city and the broader UK. Click to see our guides, or search using the near me icon on our search bar!
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Victoria Coach Station Luggage Storage
Located near landmarks like Buckingham Palace and Westminster Abbey, Victoria Coach Station serves as a major hub for travelers and connects them to various destinations across the UK.
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Stratford Bus Station Luggage Storage
Close to the Olympic Park and Westfield Stratford City, Stratford Bus Station is another major London terminal. Click the link for where to store luggage nearby!
Do museums, stadiums and attractions let you bring bags in? 🎡
London is full of things to do and we love it for that. By now, you’ve got the picture - Stasher has locations everywhere you might need bag storage. Here are some more handy links to places you might want to store your bags, backpacks, suitcases... you name it, we'll store it.
While you're here, check out our guide on the latest events in London (and where to store your bags nearby, of course)!
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Luggage Storage near Covent Garden
Enjoy vibrant street performances and good food.
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Luggage Storage near the British Museum
Beware the strict no-bag policies at the British Museum - luckily, we have several hotels right nearby!
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Luggage Storage near Cambridge Theatre
Fan of Harry Potter, or the West End in general? Us too, but remember, most theatres won’t let you take large suitcases in these days. Fortunately, that’s why they also refer Stasher.
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Luggage Storage near Leicester Square
See films, bump into tourists, and go see M&M world.
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Luggage Storage near Piccadilly Circus
A short walk from Leicester Square - don’t be tricked into travelling it by tube. This is honestly the last place in London we’d recommend being stuck dragging a suitcase - go Stash it.
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Luggage Storage near the National Gallery
The National Gallery has a strict bag policy that limits larger items, making Stasher's nearby luggage storage essential.
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Luggage Storage near Oxford Circus
Navigate Oxford Circus’s vibrant shopping and entertainment district without the inconvenience of luggage. Great for shopping, eating, bars, and theatres - and probably a close rival to Piccadilly Circus for “place you least want to be dragging suitcases in London”.
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Luggage Storage near Buckingham Palace
Visit Buckingham Palace without luggage worries by using Stasher’s nearby storage solutions. Accessible and affordable, these locations allow you to explore the royal grounds and surrounding areas like the Queen's Gallery and the Royal Mews with ease.
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Luggage Storage near Bateaux London
Enjoy a seamless experience at Bateaux London with Stasher’s nearby luggage storage options. Before boarding your Thames cruise, secure your bags at a convenient location to savor your meal and the views without any encumbrances.
Can I leave my luggage at a London hotel I'm not staying at?
Will hotels in London let you store your luggage? Most hotels in London have designated areas for luggage storage if you are a guest. Some hotels can't even guarantee that and in those cases, they recommend Stasher, which will always have locations nearby.
If you are not a guest but are searching for hotel luggage storage, check out our detailed guide!
Long-term and large group luggage storage in London 🕰️
Stasher is perfect for longer-term storage or larger groups. Although most customers store luggage for a day, many leave luggage for weeks or even months on end. If you need longer-term storage, please feel free to reach out to our support to discuss fair pricing discounts.
For large groups, you can use the search filters to ensure our Stashpoints have enough space for all your luggage (we also recommend booking in advance as popular central hotels will fill up).
Traditional luggage storage facilities often come with limited hours and higher prices. Stasher's locations, however, are consistently cheaper and come highly recommended by users. Don't just take our word for it – check out the glowing reviews on Trustpilot.
That's it! You made it to the end of our guide. Congratulations - you now know everything there is to know about where to store bags. But if you still have questions, please scour our FAQs below, or contact our support team - they're available 24/7 and happy to help!
This guide was written by Jacob.
Stasher | Other Platforms | Station/Airport Facilities | |
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Price | £2.99 | Varies, usually slightly more | Varies, up to 2x more |
Refund policy | credit only or no refund | ||
Guarantee | £1,000 | Similar (terms vary) | |
Trustpilot Score | 4.8 / 5 | Between 2.5 and 4.4 / 5 | 2.7/5 |
Number of locations | 5967 | Varies | Only at stations/airports |
Frequently asked luggage storage questions
Is Stasher’s luggage storage in London safe?
Stasher’s team vets each partner (we call them Stashpoints) to be certain that your luggage will be safe. We only work with trusted partners, and we regularly screen their performance to make sure they meet our quality standards. As policy, your luggage should be stored in a securely locked room. We also guarantee each bag for up to £1,000.00 in the unlikely case that anything gets lost, damaged, or stolen.
How does Stasher work?
Stasher puts you in touch with a network of local hotels and businesses that offer affordable luggage storage in London. Book online, drop your bags off, and continue exploring the city!
Where can I store my luggage in London?
Stasher offers award-winning, safe, and convenient luggage storage near key London attractions and main transportation hubs. Simply search on our map and you will see all our options for where you can leave your belongings.
How much does it cost to store my luggage in London?
Luggage storage in London costs from £2.99.
Is there a size limit for luggage storage with Stasher?
No. Our flat fee per day includes oversized or overweight items. However, you may wish to contact your Stashpoint before booking to make sure the location has space to accommodate exceptionally large items like surfboards or upright basses.
We can accommodate all types of luggage, big or small. To ensure a smooth experience, contact us before booking if you wish to store any odd-sized items (such as bikes, skiing equipment, etc.). Our customer support team is available 24/7.
What will happen in case I have a problem with my booking?
Our award-winning customer service is always on hand to help you out. Chat to us using the online chat tool, email us at [emailprotected], or give us a call! We pride ourselves in taking care of our customers. Our stellar track record has earned us customer service awards from Feefo and Visit England, while more than 475768 reviews give us an average rating of 4.9! We are also the top-rated luggage storage platform on Trustpilot.
What if I need to change my drop-off and pick-up times?
We ask for approximate drop-off and pick-up times so that we can prepare for your arrival. However, you can always change your plans, as long as it is within the business' opening times. If you need to extend your booking for extra days, please visit stasher.com/support and get in touch.
How long can I store my luggage in London?
You can store your baggage at one of our London luggage storage locations for a few hours, days, or even months. We offer discounts for extended storage. It’s up to you.
Are there places to leave your luggage in London?
Yes, there are lots of options to store luggage across London. You can store your bags with Stasher's left luggage partners near all of London's main train stations & airports. Stasher works with hotels and businesses at hundreds of locations across the capital. Luggage can be stored from a few hours to several days, depending on the facility.
Can I leave my luggage at the Tower of London?
No, there are no luggage storage facilities at the Tower of London, and you can't bring large bags inside. It's a historic site, with uneven cobbled flooring. We recommend using our nearby partners - we have great stores and hotels like Premier Inn all a short walk away from the Tower, which will keep your bag safe while you enjoy your visit.
How much does it cost to store luggage at Kings Cross?
If you're planning to queue for the facilities in the station, be warned that their prices went up - even a small bag will cost you £12.50 for 24 hours. By contrast, Stasher offers storage that costs around £6 on average (also for 24 hours), regardless of size of weight.
Which stations in London have luggage storage?
The stations listed here all have "official facilities"; however, they are expensive and you have to queue. With Stasher, you can find hundreds of nearby alternatives where you can store your bags. The stations are: Euston, Waterloo, Paddington, Kings Cross and St Pancras International, Charing Cross, Liverpool Street and Victoria.
Which stations in London have luggage lockers?
There are no lockers at London stations. There are official facilities, which can be expensive. With Stasher, you can find hundreds of nearby alternatives where you can store your bags for half the price.
Can you store luggage at St Pancras Station?
Is there luggage storage at St Pancras? Yes, there are 2 options: either the official facilities, which can be expensive; or Stasher, which is half the price. Use Stasher's app or website to choose from dozens of secure options where you can store your luggage near St Pancras.
Do UK trains have luggage storage?
You can take up to 3 pieces of luggage free of charge on trains within the UK, which includes 1 large suitcase. Luggage should be stored in the overhead luggage racks, under the seats and in the luggage compartments throughout the train. Stasher also has luggage storage options at major stations across the United Kingdom, often in secure hotels very nearby. Stasher can make your journey a little bit easier, at departure or arrival!
Where to store shopping bags in London?
Where can you store your shopping bags, if you've just enjoyed a bit of retail therapy in the capital? Stasher has hundreds of storage points around London, using the secure storage areas of our partner shops or hotels. Download the Stasher app or browse our website to find plenty of nearby options!
Are there two companies called Stasher?
Yes, there is Stasher (the luggage storage service) and Stasher Bags (the kitchenware company, famous from Shark Tank). They are completely different businesses.