What shelter store does

Shelter Store (operated by UK Aggregates Ltd, Company Registration No. 8151384) is a UK-based manufacturer and direct-to-consumer supplier of street furniture, founded in 2008 and headquartered at a 20,000 sq ft factory in Barking, East London. Its product portfolio spans shelters (smoking, bus, pram/buggy, sports, trolley, waiting, car, motorbike), bollards and parking posts, bin stores, seating and benches, planters, walkways and canopies, and access-control/barrier products, manufactured in steel, aluminium, polycarbonate, and (for selected lines) recycled steel. The company runs an in-house powder coating plant (established 2015) capable of any RAL colour and offers a bespoke design service for non-standard specifications.

The business operates a hybrid go-to-market: a transactional e-commerce storefront with transparent unit pricing, alongside a phone- and field-based enterprise sales motion for larger projects (site surveys, custom quotations, and installation). Distribution is UK-wide, with free delivery across most of England, paid delivery to the rest of the UK, same-day collection from the Barking warehouse, and professional installation as a quoted add-on. Pricing is per-unit, ranging from ~£14 entry bollards to ~£40,457 bespoke timber bus shelters, and revenue is generated almost entirely from one-time hardware sales plus project-based installation services.

Shelter Store serves six documented customer segments: UK local authorities and councils, construction contractors and property developers (including Canary Wharf's Wood Wharf development), educational institutions, healthcare facilities (notably NHS hospitals installing Health Act 2006-compliant smoking shelters), hospitality and retail operators, and commercial offices. A cross-promotional sister-company relationship with Bike Dock Solutions routes adjacent bike-storage demand to a sibling brand under the same UK Aggregates Ltd ownership. No external funding, M&A activity, or institutional ownership is indicated; the company is privately held and self-funded from operations.

Name

shelter store

Legal name

UK Aggregates Ltd

Website

https://shelterstore.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Shelter Store is a UK-based manufacturer and e-commerce supplier of street furniture, including shelters, bollards, bin stores, and access control products, serving local authorities, contractors, healthcare, education, hospitality, and commercial customers across the United Kingdom from its Barking, East London factory.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Barking

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Product Sales: Primary revenue stream from selling manufactured street furniture products including shelters, bollards, bin stores, and related items. Products sold as one-time purchases with standard and bespoke options available.
2. Installation Services: Professional installation services offered as part of a full quotation for customers requiring complete project delivery. Pricing considers travel time and project size.
3. Delivery Services: Delivery services with free delivery available on many items to the majority of England. Additional charges apply to parts of the UK outside standard delivery areas.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Shelter Store designs, manufactures and supplies outdoor street furniture including smoking shelters, bus shelters, sports shelters, pram and buggy shelters, trolley shelters, waiting shelters, car shelters, motorbike shelters, bollards and parking posts, bin stores, access control products, barriers, planters, bins and seating. The company operates a 20,000 sq ft London-based factory with in-house powder coating and offers bespoke custom manufacturing in any RAL colour, supported by delivery, installation and same-day collection services.

Product overview

Shelter Store is a UK-based manufacturer of street furniture offering a comprehensive portfolio of shelter products and outdoor infrastructure solutions. The core product line includes Smoking Shelters (wall-mounted, open-fronted, enclosed styles for 2-20+ people), Bus Shelters (from compact rural to large-capacity models), Bin Stores (steel, mesh, wood-clad finishes), Sports Shelters & Dugouts, Pram & Buggy Shelters, Bollards & Parking Posts (stainless steel, steel, retractable, concrete, and other materials), Motorbike Shelters, Trolley Shelters, and Waiting Shelters (up to 12 metres). Supporting services include in-house Powder Coating (any RAL colour), Installation Services, Same-Day Collection, and Bespoke Design capabilities via an in-house design team. The company operates a 20,000 sq ft London-based manufacturing facility with its own powder coating plant established in 2015. Products serve local authorities, contractors, educational institutions, and commercial businesses across the UK.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Smoking Shelters UK-manufactured smoking shelters compliant with Health Act 2006, available in wall-mounted, open-fronted, and enclosed styles for 2 to 20+ people. Powder-coated in any RAL colour and designed for offices, pubs, NHS hospitals and similar settings.
• Bus Shelters UK-made bus shelters for councils and businesses nationwide, ranging from compact rural shelters to large-capacity models. Built from vandal-resistant materials with polycarbonate roofing and LED lighting options.
• Bin Stores Bin storage solutions keeping wheelie bins and recycling containers secure, tidy and out of sight while reducing pest risk, deterring vandalism and improving appearance. Available in steel, mesh and wood-clad finishes.
• Sports Shelters Weatherproof cover for sports facilities providing players, coaches and spectators protection from elements. Includes flat-pack dugouts and versatile shelters with lighting, seating and side panel options.
• Pram & Buggy Shelters Secure, fully enclosed spaces for parents to park buggies at schools, nurseries, GP practices, retail sites and more. Includes optional gates, locks and lighting.
• Bollards & Parking Posts Sturdy vertical posts for traffic guidance, security and protection. Available in stainless steel, steel, retractable, telescopic, removable, concrete, heavy duty, bendy, polyurethane, recycled rubber, and timber materials.
• Motorbike Shelters Secure, weatherproof motorbike parking protecting against theft, UV damage, rain and dirt. Includes Standard Motorbike Enclosure and Prestige Shelter with anti-climb configurations for 4, 8 or 12 bikes.
• Trolley Shelters Shopping cart shelters keeping trolleys organised, protected and easy to locate. UK-made with polycarbonate roofing and galvanised steel frames, available in bespoke sizes.
• Waiting Shelters Comfortable, weatherproof cover for customers and staff at GP surgeries, hospitals, offices and more. Available from compact corner-fit units for 4 people up to 12-metre shelters.
• Car Shelters Shelters providing covered parking for cars, protecting vehicles from weather elements.
• Access Control Products for controlling vehicle and pedestrian access to areas including barriers, bollards and parking posts.
• Barriers & Protection Products for traffic control and site protection including vehicle stop blocks and security barriers.
• Planters Decorative and functional planters for urban spaces and outdoor areas.
• Bins & Recycling Waste and recycling bins for commercial and public spaces.
• Seating & Benches Street furniture including benches and seating for outdoor public spaces.
• Walkways & Canopies Covered walkways and canopies providing weather protection for pedestrians and outdoor spaces.
• Bespoke Design In-house design team offering custom and bespoke solutions to meet individual client requirements and unique specifications.
• Installation Services Professional installation services offered as part of full quotation for Shelter Store products.

Quantifiable outcome

• Delivery times reduced through in-house production and powder coating capabilities
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Bike Dock SolutionsminorOthersBike Dock Solutions is a sister business to Shelter Store, selling bike storage solutions including bike racks, bike shelters, bike stands and related products. The companies operate as separate entities but share common ownership under UK Aggregates Ltd. Shelter Store website references Bike Dock Solutions for customers needing bike storage solutions beyond Shelter Store's core offerings.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Langley Design: UK street furniture manufacturer with shelters, bollards, seating, and litter bins for public realm projects. Overlaps directly with Shelter Store's public-sector product range.
• Autopa: UK manufacturer of bollards, barriers, parking posts, and access control products. Competes directly with Shelter Store's bollards and parking posts line and shares the same access control / security use cases.
• Townscape Products: UK-based street furniture manufacturer serving councils, developers, and commercial clients with shelters, bollards, seating, and litter bins. Similar product breadth and channel mix (DTC + enterprise).
• Broxap: One of the largest UK street furniture manufacturers, offering shelters, bollards, seating, and cycle infrastructure to councils and contractors. Directly comparable product portfolio, UK-based manufacturing, and similar customer mix make Broxap the closest direct competitor to Shelter Store.
• Bailey Street Furniture Group: UK manufacturer and supplier of street furniture including shelters, bollards, litter bins, and seating. Overlaps directly with Shelter Store's core categories and council/contractor customer base.
• Clovis Canopies: UK manufacturer of canopies, walkways, and covered outdoor structures for schools, healthcare, and commercial clients. Direct overlap with Shelter Store's walkways & canopies and waiting shelter categories.
• Artform Urban Furniture: UK street furniture supplier offering bollards, seating, shelters, and litter bins to councils and commercial developers. Comparable product range and customer segments.
• NBB Outdoor Furniture: UK manufacturer and supplier of outdoor street furniture including seating, shelters, bollards, and bins. Directly comparable catalogue and council/contractor customer base.
• The Street Furniture Company: UK street furniture supplier with shelters, bollards, seating, and bins sold to local authorities and commercial clients. Overlaps with Shelter Store's core product categories and go-to-market.

Broad incumbents

• Glasdon Group: Established UK manufacturer of street furniture, litter bins, recycling containers, and shelters with broader product portfolio and longer history. Larger incumbent operating across multiple street furniture categories that Shelter Store addresses.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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