Left luggage shop near a station or attraction

Tourists, commuters, students, conference visitors and people between accommodation and travel.

Fees per bag for set time periods, with extras such as oversized items, longer storage or luggage drop-off for hotels and tour groups.

• Running a small premises day to day
• Customer service, sometimes with international visitors
• Basic bookkeeping and scheduling staff

• Business rates, lease terms and permitted use of the unit, check with the landlord and your council
• Public liability insurance and cover for customers' property, plus employer's liability once you hire
• Security risks and clear policies on prohibited items, check with your insurer and the police on advice
• Check data protection obligations for CCTV and customer records
• Seasonal demand, which can leave quiet months to plan for

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around £5,000 to £25,000, depending on the unit, the lockers or storage fittings, and your insurance and security set-up. Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around £2,000 to £10,000, depending on location and season.

Check business rates, lease terms and permitted use of the unit with the landlord and your council. Also check public liability cover, cover for customers' property, employer's liability once you hire, and data protection duties for CCTV and customer records.

Typically you need to run a small premises day to day, serve customers (sometimes international visitors) and handle basic bookkeeping and staff scheduling. Estimates suggest at least around 35 hours a week, and demand is seasonal, so plan for quieter months.