Unit Group offers site canteens for hire and sale, providing practical solutions for workplaces. Our site canteens are well-built, functional, and ready for immediate use. We ensure that all canteens meet health and safety standards, making them ideal for construction sites, events, and temporary setups. Unit Group helps businesses provide meals and refreshment areas for staff members or customers. Whether you need a short-term site accommodation rental or a permanent solution, we have you covered.
Site Canteen Sizes
Our site container canteens are available in various sizes to fit all your needs.
Our canteens offer flexibility and can be adapted to meet specific requirements.
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A 10ft canteen container offers a compact solution ideal for tight spaces or single person use.
A 20ft canteen container, being the standard size, provides ample space for multiple people.
A 24ft canteen container offers slightly more room, perfect for larger teams or accommodating more customers.
A 32ft canteen container maximises space, making it suitable for a larger setup with multiple rooms.
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Our canteen container features at least one steel personnel doors, ensuring easy access for staff. These durable doors are designed for frequent use and provide secure entry points. Ideal for busy work sites, the multiple doors help manage traffic flow, enhance safety and security. Our canteens also come with anti-vandal windows with shutters for added security.
Our canteen containers are wind and watertight, providing a safe and dry space for meals and breaks. Built to withstand harsh weather, it ensures that your staff stays comfortable and protected. The sturdy construction keeps out rain and wind, making it reliable for use in any environment. Unit Group’s site accommodation solutions are perfect for work sites, offering a dependable shelter for employees to eat and relax, regardless of the weather conditions.
Electric heaters are a popular choice for canteen containers due to their ease of installation and use. Ours come with wall-mounted convector heaters. You can also add your own heating sources, such as space heaters and baseboard heaters. Effective insulation ensures comfortable interiors, improving thermal performance and energy efficiency in various climates.
Our site canteen containers include LED lighting for bright, efficient illumination. The LED lights are energy-saving and long-lasting, providing a well-lit space for meals and breaks. This ensures a pleasant and comfortable environment for all users.
Canteen Containers can be powered through on-site plug-in connections, utilising existing electrical infrastructure for seamless integration. Alternatively, they can operate independently using electoral power generators, providing a reliable power supply in remote or off-grid locations, ensuring continuous functionality and flexibility.
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Site canteen containers come equipped with a standard steel sink and an under-sink water heater, including mixer taps. They also feature a small worktop area and a sink unit with double doors. These units are designed with a 15mm inlet and a 44mm outlet for easy connection to mains water and drainage systems on site.
Our site canteens are highly portable, making them easy to move to different locations as needed. Designed for quick setup and relocation, the canteens ensure that you can provide dining and break facilities wherever your work site is located. The sturdy construction and ease of transport make our canteens a practical solution for any temporary or changing work environment.
Our site canteens are available with different layout options such as open planned and partitioned. We also offer canteen split office containers, canteen split storage containers, and canteen split drying rooms.
Site Canteen Dimensions
10ft Site Canteen External Dimensions
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10ft (3048mm) |
8ft (2438mm) |
8ft 6ins (2621mm) |
16ft Site Canteen External Dimensions
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16ft (4877mm) |
8ft (2438mm) |
8ft 6ins (2621mm) |
20ft Site Canteen External Dimensions
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20ft (6096mm) |
8ft (2438mm) |
8ft 6ins (2621mm) |
24ft Site Canteen External Dimensions
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24ft (7315mm) |
8ft (2438mm) |
8ft 6ins (2621mm) |
32ft Site Canteen External Dimensions
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32ft (9750mm) |
8ft (2438mm) |
8ft 6ins (2621mm) |
Site Canteen Description
A canteen container is a portable unit designed to provide dining facilities at various locations. It comes equipped with essential features like a sink and water heater, electric heaters, insulation, LED lighting, and electrical power options, ensuring a comfortable environment for meals and breaks. The canteen container can use existing electrical infrastructure or operate independently with diesel generators, making it versatile for different settings.
These containers are ideal for businesses needing temporary or mobile dining solutions. Construction companies can use them on building sites to offer a convenient place for workers to eat and relax. Event organisers can provide on-site catering facilities for staff and attendees. Film production crews can set up canteen containers on location to ensure cast and crew have a designated space for meals. Mining operations and remote industrial sites also benefit from these portable canteens, offering a reliable place for meals in isolated areas. Our canteen containers provide a practical solution for any business requiring flexible and portable dining facilities.
Benefits of Canteen Site Containers
Portability: Easy to move and set up at different locations, providing flexible dining options wherever needed.
Comfort: Equipped with electric heaters, insulation, and LED lighting to ensure a cosy environment for meals and breaks.
Versatility: Can connect to existing electrical infrastructure or operate independently using generators, suitable for various settings.
Water facilities: Canteen containers include modern sinks and water heaters for convenient access to hot and cold water.
Durability: Built to withstand harsh weather conditions, ensuring a reliable and safe space for staff.
Convenience: Quick setup and ready-to-use facilities, making them ideal for temporary or remote work sites.
Contact Unit Group today for all your site canteen needs in the UK, whether for rent or hire. We offer well-built, functional canteens that are ready for immediate use on your site.
Site Canteen Applications
Canteen containers offer versatile and practical dining solutions for a wide range of industries and settings. These portable units are designed to provide comfortable, reliable spaces for meals and breaks, regardless of location or weather conditions. From construction sites to sports events, canteen containers are essential for any situation requiring flexible and efficient dining facilities.
Below are some key applications where canteen containers prove invaluable, demonstrating their adaptability and usefulness across various fields:
Construction Sites: Canteen containers are ideal for construction sites, offering a dedicated dining area for workers on building and infrastructure projects. These portable units provide a comfortable space for meals and breaks, ensuring workers have a safe and clean environment to relax in. Our site canteens are equipped with water facilities, heating, lighting, and power options, canteen containers are easy to set up and move as needed. They help improve worker morale and productivity by providing a reliable place to rest and recharge during the workday.
Event Venues: Container Canteens are perfect for event venues, providing on-site catering facilities for staff and attendees at festivals, fairs, and other large events. These portable units offer a convenient and clean space for preparing and serving food. They are easy to set up and move, making them ideal for temporary events. With built-in heating, lighting, a sink and cabinet, and power options, canteen containers ensure a comfortable environment for meal preparation and dining. They help streamline catering operations, ensuring that everyone at the event has access to food and refreshments, enhancing the overall experience for attendees and staff alike.
Film Production Locations: Film site canteen containers are essential for film production locations, providing a designated space for cast and crew to have meals during shoots. These portable units offer a comfortable and clean environment for dining, ensuring that everyone has a place to rest and eat. Equipped with a kitchen sink, heating, lighting, and electrical power options, canteen containers are easy to set up and move as needed. They help maintain a smooth production schedule by keeping mealtimes organised and efficient, ensuring that the cast and crew remain energised and focused throughout the shooting day.
Remote Industrial Sites: Canteen site containers are vital for remote industrial sites, such as mining, oil, and gas operations, providing a reliable dining facility for workers. These portable site accommodation units offer a comfortable and safe space for meals, ensuring that workers have access to proper food and rest areas. Unit Group’s canteens are equipped with plumbing, heating, lighting, and power options, canteen containers are easy to set up and relocate as needed. They help maintain worker morale and efficiency by offering a dedicated place to eat and relax, which is essential for long shifts in isolated locations.
Military Installations: Canteen containers are essential for military installations, offering a portable and secure place for meals in various deployment scenarios. These units provide a safe and comfortable environment for soldiers to eat and take breaks, regardless of location. Our canteens have built-in lighting, heating, plumbing, and power options, canteen containers are easy to set up and move as needed. They ensure that military personnel have access to proper dining facilities, which is vital for maintaining their energy and morale during operations. These containers help create a stable and reliable dining area, enhancing overall efficiency and well-being in challenging environments.
Agricultural Operations: Canteen containers are ideal for agricultural operations, providing a convenient dining area for seasonal farmworkers. These portable units offer a clean and comfortable space for workers to eat and take breaks. Our agricultural canteens have plumbing, heating, lighting, and power options. Canteen containers ensure that your workers have a reliable place to rest, regardless of weather conditions. Easy to set up and move, they are perfect for farms with changing work locations. By offering a dedicated dining area, canteen containers help improve worker morale and productivity during the busy harvest seasons.
Sports Events: Canteen containers are perfect for sports events, offering athletes, coaches, and staff a place to eat and rest during competitions and training sessions. These portable accommodation units provide a clean and comfortable environment for meals and breaks, ensuring that everyone has a reliable space to recharge. Easy to set up and move, they are ideal for both temporary events and ongoing training camps. By providing a dedicated dining area, these containers help maintain the energy and morale of all participants, enhancing overall performance and well-being.
Public Works Projects: Canteen containers are ideal for public works projects, providing municipal and state workers with a safe and comfortable on-site dining option. These portable units offer a clean and reliable space for meals and breaks, ensuring that workers have a place to rest and recharge. Equipped with plumbing, lighting, heating, and power supply options, canteen containers are suitable for any weather conditions. They are easy to set up and move, making them perfect for various project sites. By offering a dedicated dining area, canteen containers help improve worker morale and efficiency, contributing to the successful completion of public works projects.
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Site Canteen Prices
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Site canteen prices vary based on size, features, and rental or purchase options. Smaller units with basic amenities are more affordable, while larger canteens with advanced features like heating, lighting, and kitchen facilities cost more.
Rental quotes typically include delivery, setup, and maintenance, providing a hassle-free solution for temporary needs. Our site canteen prices are designed to be competitive and flexible, ensuring that businesses can find an option that fits their budget and meets their specific needs for providing dining facilities on-site.
Our extensive inventory ensures that you can find the perfect site canteen solution to meet your needs.
We provide fast and efficient delivery services throughout the UK, ensuring that your site canteen arrives promptly, no matter where you are located.
To receive a personalised quote for container site canteens, simply fill out our quick quote form. We will promptly respond with a pricing plan tailored specifically to your requirements.
At Unit Group, we prioritise transparency and customer satisfaction. Whether you choose to purchase or rent a canteen from us, we are committed to ensuring you have a seamless and satisfactory experience.
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Price Beat Guarantee
Our site canteen price guarantee ensures you get the best value for your investment. We offer competitive pricing on all our canteen containers, whether you’re looking to rent or buy.
If you find a lower price elsewhere for a similar unit with the same features, we will not only match it but beat it! This guarantee gives you peace of mind, knowing that you’re receiving quality products at the best possible price.
Our transparent pricing includes delivery, setup, and maintenance, ensuring no hidden costs. Trust us to provide affordable and reliable dining solutions for your worksite, backed by our commitment to value and customer satisfaction.
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Site Canteen FAQs
For UK customers, site container canteens are available in four sizes: 10ft, 16ft, 24ft, and 32ft. The 10ft canteen is ideal for smaller teams or limited space areas, providing essential dining facilities in a compact form.
The 16ft and 24ft options offer more space and can accommodate larger groups, making them suitable for medium to large worksites.
The 32ft canteen is perfect for big teams, providing ample room for dining and relaxation. Each size ensures flexibility and comfort, meeting the diverse needs of various worksites.
Yes, our site canteens are fully compliant with UK health and safety regulations. They are designed and built to meet all required standards, ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for workers. These canteens include features such as proper ventilation, cleanable surfaces, and secure entry points.
Regular maintenance and inspections are conducted to ensure ongoing compliance. This commitment to safety and health standards provides peace of mind for businesses, knowing that their staff are using facilities that meet all necessary regulations.
Standard site container canteens come with a range of features to ensure comfort and convenience for users. These canteens typically include a sink and worktop for food preparation and cleaning. Other features often found in standard units are convector heaters for warmth, LED lighting for bright and efficient illumination, and ample seating areas for dining.
They also have windows for natural light and ventilation, secure entry doors, and durable flooring that’s easy to clean. These facilities provide a practical and comfortable environment for workers to enjoy their meals and take breaks.
Yes, site container canteens can be customised to meet specific requirements. Whether you need additional sinks, extra worktop space, or more seating, these canteens can be tailored to fit your needs if you are purchasing only.
Custom options may include enhanced insulation, cabinets, or additional power outlets. This flexibility ensures that the canteens provide a suitable and comfortable environment for any worksite, catering to the unique needs of your team.
Delivery and setup for site canteens in the UK typically take between 5 and 14 days, depending on the location and specific requirements. We offer UK-wide delivery, ensuring that your canteen container reaches any site across the country promptly.
Our team handles the entire setup process, making sure the unit is ready for immediate use. This efficient service helps minimise downtime and ensures that your team has access to dining facilities as soon as possible. We prioritise reliability and speed to meet the needs of various worksites and projects.
Our site container canteens can be used with standard electrical connections to function properly:
- Main Power Supply: A standard 230V mains connection is needed to power lights, heaters, and kitchen appliances.
- Generator Connection: If mains power is not available, a power generator can be used. The canteen will have a compatible connection for the generator.
- Sockets and Outlets: Multiple standard double sockets are fitted for plugging in various appliances and equipment.
- Circuit Breaker Panel: For safety, the canteen includes a circuit breaker panel to manage the electrical load and prevent overloads.
These connections ensure that the site container canteen operates efficiently and safely, providing a reliable dining space for workers.
Our site container canteens require specific plumbing connections to operate efficiently:
Main Water Supply: A connection to a standard mains water supply is required for running water.
Waste Water Outlet: A 44mm outlet will be installed to connect to on-site drainage systems, ensuring efficient disposal of wastewater.
Water Heater Connection: The canteen will have a connection for a water heater to provide hot water as needed.
Yes, site container canteens can be moved easily between different locations. They are designed for quick setup and relocation, making them ideal for temporary worksites and projects. We provide a full service for moving site containers, ensuring that your canteen is transported safely and efficiently to its new location.
Our team handles the logistics, so you don’t have to worry about the details. This flexibility allows you to provide consistent dining facilities wherever they are needed, keeping your workforce comfortable and well-fed.
Yes, there are options for insulated and heated site container canteens, perfect for use in cold weather. These canteens come with proper insulation to retain heat and keep the interior warm. They are equipped with electric heaters that ensure a comfortable temperature inside, even in harsh winter conditions.
This makes them ideal for worksites where employees need a warm place to eat and take breaks. The insulation also helps in reducing energy consumption, making the canteens efficient to operate. Our insulated and heated canteens provide a reliable and cosy environment, ensuring that your workforce remains comfortable and productive, regardless of the weather outside.
Yes, site canteens can be connected to existing utilities on a worksite. They are designed to integrate with available power, water, and waste systems, making them convenient and practical. The connection process is straightforward, ensuring minimal disruption to your operations.
Our team can assist with the setup to ensure everything is properly installed and functional. By connecting to existing utilities, these canteens provide a reliable and efficient dining solution for your workforce, enhancing comfort and convenience on the job site.
Site container canteens come with robust security features. They include at least one steel personnel door, providing strong and secure entry points. Metal shutters are fitted on windows to protect against break-ins and vandalism. Additionally, window locks offer extra security, keeping the interior safe when not in use.
These features collectively provide a secure environment, giving you peace of mind that your canteen is well-protected, even in remote or high-risk areas.
Obtaining a quote to purchase or rent a site canteen from Unit Group is straightforward and hassle-free.
Reach out to our sales team via phone or email. You can find our contact details on our website or fill out the online request form available on our website, providing details about your requirements.
If needed, schedule a site visit with one of our representatives to discuss your specific needs and assess the site. Please let us know if you have any custom requirements or specific features you need in the canteen container.
Once we have all the necessary information, we will provide you with a detailed quote, including options for rental or purchase, delivery, setup, and any additional services you may need. Our team is ready to assist you throughout the process to ensure you get the best solution for your site.
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