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Daily Mirror
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Expert shares 'crucial' things you need to pack for a festival
The expert shared a packing checklist for festival-goers ahead of the summer's biggest events Glastonbury Festival is just around the corner, and it's just one of the many summer festivals that music fans are looking forward to this season. From world-class performances to delicious food, there's always lots to look forward to at the popular events. However, the lead-up to festivals is often less enviable, as packing is a common cause of stress. Thankfully, Max Wilson, storage expert and co-founder of Pocket Storage, has shared what he calls the ultimate packing checklist. Max also revealed storage hacks to save space before and after the event. Sharing advice, Max said: "The key here is layers and versatility. You need to be ready for sunshine, showers, and chilly evenings, sometimes all in the same day. Here's an essential list of what you should bring to a UK festival." It's no surprise that he recommends packing a waterproof jacket and trousers. He also says you'll want to take a waterproof tent and waterproof liners. "Ensure your tent is genuinely waterproof with a good hydrostatic head rating (ideally 2000mm or higher). Check seams are sealed," the expert suggested. "Use dry bags or heavy-duty bin liners inside your backpack and tent to protect clothing, electronics, and sleeping bags, even if your main bag gets wet." As for the rest of your clothes, he said: "Layering is your friend. It's essential for managing the unpredictable British weather, which could give you one day of blistering sun, the next non-stop downpour." Max recommends taking thermal tops and leggings, fleeces or hoodies and breathable tops with a mix of short and long sleeves. He also shared footwear tips. The expert said: "Thinking through your footwear is another non-negotiable." While he advised against overpacking, he said to make sure you take Wellington boots, sturdy trainers, and flip-flops or sandals. Max claimed wellies are "an absolute must for UK festivals" as "fields can turn into mud baths in minutes." Meanwhile, trainers are comfortable for walking around the festival site. "Bring a spare pair in case one gets soaked," he suggested. Then the flip-flops are "for wearing around your campsite on dry days and in communal showers." He also recommended three must-have items for bedtime. As festival-goers will expect, you'll need a sleeping bag. "Choose one appropriate for the expected nighttime temperatures (check the tog rating or comfort range). It can get surprisingly cold at night," Max shared. Next, packing an inflatable pillow could "make a big difference to your sleep quality," and a sleeping mat or air mattress that "provides insulation from the cold ground and adds comfort." Max added: "A self-inflating mat is a good compromise between comfort and portability.' He also shared a packing list. The expert said: "Space at your campsite can be limited, especially if you don't have an earlybird set-up ticket, so knowing what's essential is crucial." Festival packing list What to take Tickets ID and money/card Phone and portable charger Tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mat Waterproof jacket and trousers Wellies and comfortable walking shoes Basic toiletries Medication (if required) and a first aid kit Reusable water bottle Head torch or small flashlight Bin bags Extras These are items Max said it would be nice to have. Camp chairs or a blanket Small cooking stove and utensils Cool box and ice packs Games or entertainment Costume or fun accessories Sun shelter/gazebo Earplugs Eye mask Packing before the festival Max says: Group similar items together (e.g., clothing, toiletries, camping gear) Use packing cubes or zip-lock bags within your main bags to keep things organised and compressed. Label everything clearly Create a checklist of everything you're packing. This helps ensure you don't forget anything and makes repacking easier Check the forecast in the days leading up to the festival and adjust your packing accordingly. Have waterproof covers readily accessible Clearing up after the festival Max says: Bring a large, sealable bag (like a heavy-duty bin liner) for wet, muddy clothes and gear to keep them separate from clean items Once home, unpack everything immediately and air out your tent, sleeping bag, and any damp clothing thoroughly to prevent mildew Wash all clothing and consider reproofing your waterproof gear according to the manufacturer's instructions to maintain its effectiveness Store your clean and dry festival gear in a cool, dry place. Consider using breathable storage bags for sleeping bags and tents rather than airtight plastic containers.
Entrepreneur
14-06-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
Entrepreneur UK's London 100: Pocket Storage
Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. You're reading Entrepreneur United Kingdom, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. Industry: Self storage Founded by childhood friends Max Wilson and Louis Arron, Pocket Storage is poised to disrupt the self-storage industry. The genesis of Pocket Storage stemmed from a simple, relatable problem — the sheer inconvenience of storing personal belongings in London. Wilson, a serial entrepreneur who successfully launched Spokesafe, and Arron, a property development expert, set out to create a self-storage solution that truly catered to the needs of modern Londoners. Pocket Storage's core mission is to fix a broken system. Streamlining the entire process, they have eliminated the endless paperwork and confusing pricing that plague traditional self-storage companies. Their user-friendly online platform allows customers to find, book, and manage their storage space with ease. They've prioritised transparency and simplicity. Technology alone is not enough, so have invested in robust human support alongside their AI chatbots. "We're also committed to addressing the issue of wasted urban space. Arron's property development background highlighted the vast amount of underutilised space in city centres. By repurposing these spaces, we're not only providing convenient storage solutions but also contributing to a more sustainable and efficient use of urban resources. We're finding those hidden pockets of space and giving them a new lease of life, making storage easier for our customers and greener for London," says Wilson.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Pocket Storage and Forum Partners Launch Technology-Enabled Self-Storage Platform Focused on Adaptive Reuse in Ultra-Urban Markets
LONDON, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pocket Storage, a U.K.-based vertically integrated owner and operator of self-storage properties, and Forum Partners, a leading global real estate investment and asset management firm, today announced their collaboration to launch a technology-enabled self-storage platform that will deliver secure, convenient and fully automated self-storage facilities in ultra-urban markets in the U.K. "Due to high real estate costs, space limitations, zoning challenges and elevated operating costs, traditional self-storage operators have minimal exposure to densely populated urban areas," said Max Wilson, CEO and co-founder of Pocket Storage. "Our new platform's focus on leasing underutilized space coupled with a proprietary and fully automated booking and access system solves the traditional challenges of operating in urban areas." Pocket Storage intends to open 38,000 square feet across three centrally located London facilities throughout 2025, with the first location expected to open in the third quarter. The company believes London is an ideal first market since it has 13.5% of the country's population and is accountable for 25% of its GDP but only provides 0.4 square feet of self-storage per capita—less than half of the U.K. national average. Pocket combines proprietary booking and site access software with a real estate strategy focused on repurposing underutilized urban spaces to deliver fully automated and centrally located storage facilities in under-serviced markets. This differentiated approach enables Pocket to solve the challenges traditionally associated with operating self-storage properties in dense, urban environments: limited space and staffing costs. Co-founder Louis Arron stated, "This is an eloquent solution that provides convenience for the consumer and economic benefit for owners of vacant retail space and underutilized parking garages. We don't need a large footprint or extensive capital investment, and our operating flexibility can quickly bring units to market in various asset types." Wilson previously founded and scaled Spokesafe, a similar technology-enabled bike storage platform with approximately 30 locations throughout the U.K. He and Arron bring extensive experience in commercial real estate investment and development to Pocket's management team. Additionally, Pocket has partnered with Forum Partners, an investment manager with more than $7.7 billion deployed in real estate companies across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, to launch and grow the new platform. "The investment thesis and the Pocket team align perfectly with Forum's top-down approach centered around identifying operating partners, property sectors, trends and geographies that we believe possess the capability to achieve outsized risk-adjusted returns," said Russell Platt, CEO of Forum Partners. "We couldn't be more excited to see where we can take this." After reaching scale in the U.K., Pocket Storage intends to expand across targeted urban markets worldwide through Forum's global real estate platform and beyond, in such key markets as New York City, Paris, Tokyo and other space-constrained city centers. About Forum PartnersForum Partners is a global investment manager focused on investing in real assets and best-in-class real estate companies. Since its establishment in 2002, Forum has deployed approximately $7.7 billion of capital across 24 countries and over 100 investments. The company's strength lies in identifying a catalyst for unlocking asset and enterprise value and tailoring investments accordingly. Forum's portfolio of operating companies and affiliates directly or indirectly own or manage over $14 billion of commercial real estate in the United States and worldwide. For more information, visit About Pocket StoragePocket Storage is an ultra-urban self-storage platform that aims to provide secure, convenient, fully automated self-storage facilities to densely populated urban areas. The Platform's use of proprietary software for booking and access in tandem with its focus on underutilized spaces (i.e., car parks, vacant retail) solves the traditional challenges of self-storage operation in urban areas. For more information, visit Contact: Jennifer FranklinSpotlight Marketing Communications (949) 427-1385jennifer@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Forum Partners
