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Smiths of the Forest of Dean Ltd - the tank and drum experts 1
  We are leading Independent specialists for new & recycled Tanks and Drums - stocking Fuel and Water Tanks, including Biofuel & Conicals + Plastic and Steel Drums. 1
  Stocks include Bunded Tanks, Fuel Stations, IBCs, Emergency Tanks, Baffled Tanks, Barrels and Buckets, Drum Bunds, recycled and new Rainsavers, Plastic Clamp Top Drums and Wooden CrateOne of our depots in Gloucestershires
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 Call into one of our Gloucestershire depots or order by phone - same day despatch available on most products.   Postcode for Sat Navs - GL16 8PZ
  Telephone 01594 833308 1 

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 Registered
  with the Environment
  Agency

Member of the Federation of Small Businesses

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Bunded & Fuel Stations

IBCs and Baffled Tanks

   Recycled Containers    

New Barrels and Drums

      New Water Tanks      

Biofuel Tanks & Drums

Rainsavers/Water Butts

                Fittings               

 Packaging Containers   

        FAQs & Links         

   Company Information  

        Place an Order        

Location/Contact Us

Phone
01594 833308


New Barrels are
popular for a 
Canoe Safe, multi-purpose Storage Bin,
Feed Bin, Raft building float etc

We stock
Emergency Tanks that are suitable for milk

Car valeting companies go to IBC page for
Baffled Tanks.



Conical Tanks
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Bla
ck IBC Tanks
600 litre IBC Tanks

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New and Recycled Biofuel Units
 -
New 
Waste Oil Banks 

Self-Build
Customers 
 phone for septic tank choices, including sewage treatment plant and underground water tanks

Most items from stock
Phone
01594 833308


Rainwater harvesting

Biodiesel Fuel Tanks
Bunded Fuel Tanks

See new Drum Bund Containers on New Barrels and Drum page

Wooden Cases/Boxes for Packaging and storage
Recycled Wooden Pallets     

Registered
  Waste Carrier


WANTED
Drums, Barrels & Tanks
from
Companies/Corporations.
We want your food grade barrels & drums for recycling - we
recycle both steel & plastic.
Also wanted for recycling - any large steel or stainless steel tanks, IBCs etc.
Email photographs and quantities to info@smdd.co.uk


 

Capacities and sizes are approximate.
Prices are plus VAT at the standard rate of 17.5%  unless stated otherwise


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   Water Tanks

See lower down for Jumbo Tanks, Joey Tanks and a Complete Rainwater Harvesting System.  Plus excellent Underground Water Tanks.
  For Rainsaver Specials click here      For  Recycled Water Tanks click here.

Small Water Tanks

White and Black Tanks are made from WRAS approved material*
White are see through.

The tank is baffled inside and comes with a Vented lid and Stainless Steel threaded outlet  
This tank can be customized to your requirements eg overflow to drain, including tap at any height, 1/2 or 3/4 inch outlet.
We have a variety of taps and valves that you can fit - popular ones are shown.  Tanks can be linked and set up in a series with connections between them.
  A practical choice for valeting companies and window cleaners.   Phone before 11am for same day dispatch.
Click on pictures to enlarge.

*WRAS is the Water Regulation Advisory Scheme


Thanks to all who dropped in on us at BBC Gardeners' World Live - NEC Birmingham 16th - 20th June.
Don't forget to use your show offers before their cut off dates.
Type  Style Dimensions Type      

Upright
85 litre /
19 gallon

Length:   60cm/23.5"

Width:    31cm/12.25"

Height:  50cm/19.25"

Upright
 250 litre /
55 gallon

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Length:   1.09m

Width:    0.315m

Height:  0.82m

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Upright
 400 litre /
88 gallon


Length:   1.25m

Width:    0.36m

Height:  1.01m

Phone before 11am for same day dispatch on most of our Tanks

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Upright
 500 litre /
110 gallon

Length:   1m

Width:    0.62m

Height:  0.92m

Upright
 650 litre /
143 gallon

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Length:   1.25m

Width:    0.575m

Height:  1.01m

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Vented lid
Buy from stock
Lay flats available 
*WRAS approved material available

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These tanks comes with a practical lid and Stainless Steel threaded outlet. 
Upright Tanks come with an 8" inch Lid with Vent.
These tanks can be linked and set up in series with connection between them

You can add a Quick Release Hose Connector Tap or a Metal Tap.
We have a variety of taps and valves that you can fit - popular ones are shown - you can have your taps fitted anywhere on your Tank  - just tell us over the phone or send us a picture with your order.
Also see Baffled Tanks and Rain Savers
 

Brand New 1200 litre Jumbo Water Tank

Holds 264 gallons / 1200 litres - just £119.00 + VAT.

This Jumbo Tank has a Large Manway Lid for easy access and viewing.  One inch outlet.

Available ready-to-go with:  Green Tap and Quick Release Hose Connector, Boss and Large Manway Lid.  For dispatch - see offer price below.
Also available - A Tank Overflow Kit that will swivel left or right for you to easily connect up extra tanks - includes 2 metres of overflow pipe.
 

Tanks can be easily linked
Height: 1.3m - 4' 3"
Width: 1.14m - 3' 9"
Green Quick Release Hose Connector Tap.
Metal tap also available at additional cost of £5 + VAT
1200 litre
Food quality tank
This is a large 1200 litre tank and represents terrific value for money. Opening width
40 cm / 16"
 Pipes/ Hose Tails and overflow pipes available. The  Screw Top Lid  is ideal for inserting pumps etc.  
See below.

You can have one Jumbo Tank delivered for the following all-inclusive price.

For £229 we can dispatch one brand new 1200 litre/264 gallon Jumbo Tank with Boss, a Green Tap with Quick Release Hose Connector, a Large Manway Lid - including VAT and delivered to your address.   (This is subject to your postcode -most are fine - give us a ring on 01594 833308 if you are not sure.)

Add £10.00 if you would like the Tank Overflow Kit included.

Ready for immediate dispatch - delivery usually takes 1 - 4 days.
How to Pay -
To send a cheque or pay by Credit Card click here Place an Order.  You can also phone with your Credit Card details on 01594 833308

 


Brand New 1350 litre Jumbo Water Tank

Holds 300 gallons / 1350 litres - just £149.00 + VAT.

Downpipe hole in the back - raised for ease of connection.  Hinged lid for easy access and viewing.  One inch outlet.

Available ready-to-go with:  Green Tap and Quick Release Hose Connector and Boss.  For dispatch - see offer price below.
Also available - A Tank Overflow Kit that will swivel left or right for you to easily connect up extra tanks - includes 2 metres of overflow pipe.
 

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Tanks can be easily linked

Height: 1.28m - 4' 2"
Width: 1.22m - 4'
 Pipes/ Hose Tails and overflow pipes available. Green Quick Release Hose Connector Tap.
Metal tap also available at additional cost of £5 + VAT
This is a large 1350 litre tank and represents terrific value for money. We have a raised area for your downpipe.  Just ask if you would like it cut ready for you to use. Jumbos awaiting despatch Add a Screw Top   Lid  - ideal for inserting pumps etc. 
 
See below to add a Submersible Pump


You can have one Jumbo Tank delivered for the following all-inclusive price.

For £249 we can dispatch one brand new 1350 litre/300 gallon Jumbo Tank with Boss and Green Tap
with Quick Release Hose Connector - including VAT and delivered to your address.   (This is subject to your postcode -most are fine - give us a ring on 01594 833308 if you are not sure.)

Add £10.00 if you would like the Tank Overflow Kit included.

Ready for immediate dispatch - delivery usually takes 1 - 4 days.
How to Pay -
To send a cheque or pay by Credit Card click here Place an Order.  You can also phone with your Credit Card details on 01594 833308

 


New 2000 litre Jumbo Water Tank


Can be fitted with a Boss, Plastic Tap and Quick Release Hose Connector
 

    

  

    

 

   

 

   

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2,000 litres/
440 gallon

  Height:
1.50m /4ft 11"
    Diameter:
1.41m / 4ft 7.5"

Ring before 11am for same day dispatch

See below to add a Submersible Pump

Comes with a flip top lid.
22 inch / 56 cms

Choice of metal or plastic taps

 


New 3050 litre 5500 litre and Super Jumbo 6250 litre Water Tank
s. 

Can be fitted with a Boss, Plastic Tap and Quick Release Hose Connector

See below to add a Submersible Pump

    

 

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5,500 litre has a twin connector option

3050 litres/670 gallon
 
Height: 1.81m /5ft 11"
    Diameter:1.7m /5ft 7"

Ring before 11am for same day dispatch

Comes with a flip top lid.
22 inch / 56 cms

Choice of metal or plastic taps

5500 litres/1200 gallon

Height: 2.2m / 7' 3"
Diameter: 1.86m / 6' 1"

 6250 litres/1375 gallon
 
 Height: 2.3 /7ft 7"
    Diameter: 2.12m / 7ft"


Non-Potable Tanks - many of these tanks can be delivered for free - ring 01594 833308 to check           Horizontal Tank
Tank Litres Gallons Height Width Length
New Black Jumbo 1,200 246 1.3m/4'3" 1.14m/3'9"  
New Black Jumbo 1,350 297 1.28m/4'2" 1.22m/4'  
New Black Jumbo - large lid 1,350 297 1.28m/4'2" 1.22m/4"
Recycled Black Roto 1,520 330 1.78m/5'10" 1.07m/3'6"  
Recycled Black Roto including Boss & Tap 1,520 330 1.78m/5'10" 1.07m/3'6"  
New Black Slimline 1,220 268 1.40m/4'7" 0.66m/2'2" 2.06m/6'9"
New Black Jumbo 2,000 440 1.5m/4'11" 1.40m/4'7"  
New Black Spacesaver 2,000 440 1.75m/5'9" 1.26m/4'2"  
New Black Jumbo 2,500 550 1.3m/4'3" 1.65m/5'5"  
New Black Jumbo 3,050 671 1.81m/5'11" 1.7m/5'7"  
New Black Jumbo 3,200 700 1.65m/5'5" 1.65m/5'5"  
New Black Jumbo 5,500 1,200 2.2m/7'3" 1.86m/6'1"  
New Super Jumbo 6,250 1,375 2.3m/7'7" 2.12m/6'11"  
NewSuper Jumbo 9,500 2,090 2.4m/7'8" 2.4m/7'8"  
New Super Jumbo 12,000 2,640 2.4m/7'9" 2.6m/8'6"  
New Super Jumbo 16,000 3,520 3.35m/11' 2.6m/8'6"  
New Super Jumbo 20,000 4,400 4.13m/13'7" 2.6m/8'6"  
New Green Horizontal 1,200 264 0.77m/2'6" 1.32m/4'4" 1.7m/5'7"
New Green Horizontal 2,000 440 1.2m/3'11" 1.42m/3'8" 2m/6'7"
New Green Horizontal 3,000 660 1.2m/3'11" 1.5m/4'11" 2.4m/7'11"
New Green Horizontal 4,200 924 1.5m/4'11" 1.45m/4'9" 2.96m/9'9"
New Green Horizontal 6,100 1,340 1.64m/5'55 1.9m/6'3" 3.25m/10'8"
New Green Horizontal 8,000 1,760 1.88m/6'2" 1.8m/5'11" 3.3m/10'10"
New Green Horizontal 10,000 2,200 1.89m/6'2" 2.2m/7'3" 3.65m/12'
New Green Horizontal 13,000 2,860 2.2m/7'3" 2.2m/7'3" 3.65m/12'

Potable Tanks - many of these tanks can be delivered for free - ring 01594 833308 to check
Tank Litres Gallons Height Width Length
New Black Jumbo 1,200 246 1.3m/3'3" 1.14m/3'9"  
Recycled Black Roto 1,520 330 1.78m/5'10" 1.07m/3'6"  
Recycled Black Roto including Boss & Tap 1,520 330 1.78m/5'10" 1.07m/3'6"  
New Black Spacesaver 2,000 440 1.75m/5'9" 1.26m/4'2"  
New Black Jumbo 2,500 550 1.3m/4'3" 1.65m/5'5"  
New Black Jumbo 3,200 700 1.65m/5'5" 1.65m/5'5"  
New Black Jumbo 5,500 1,200 2.2m/7'3" 1.86m/6'1"  
New Black Jumbo 6,250 1,375 2.3m/7'7" 2.12m/6'11"  
New Super Jumbo 9,500 2,090 2.4m/7'8" 2.4m/7'8"  
New Super Jumbo 12,000 2,640 2.4m/7'9" 2.6m/8'6"  
New Super Jumbo 16,000 3,520 3.35m/11' 2.6m/8'6"  
New Super Jumbo 20,000 4,400 4.13m/13'7" 2.6m/8'6"  
New Green Horizontal 1,200 264 0.77m/2'6" 1.32m/4'4" 1.7m/5'7"
New Green Horizontal 2,000 440 1.2m/3'11" 1.42m/3'8" 2m/6'7"
New Green Horizontal 3,000 660 1.2m/3'11" 1.5m/4'11" 2.4m/7'11"
New Green Horizontal 4,200 924 1.5m/4'11" 1.45m/4'9" 2.96m/9'9"
New Green Horizontal 6,100 1,340 1.64m/5'55 1.9m/6'3" 3.25m/10'8"
New Green Horizontal 8,000 1,760 1.88m/6'2" 1.8m/5'11" 3.3m/10'10"
New Green Horizontal 10,000 2,200 1.89m/6'2" 2.2m/7'3" 3.65m/12'
New Green Horizontal 13,000 2,860 2.2m/7'3" 2.2m/7'3" 3.65m/12'
 

Add a Submersible Water Pump

5 metre head.

6 metre emersion depth with 10 metres of cable

Float switch

Pumps 200 litres per minute

500 Watts
and 230V
20mm semi-solids Is suitable for for use with 'grey' water

Ask about our Heavy Duty 1" Submersible Water Pump in Stainless Steel For Water Tanks and Barrels we stock diverter kits, tap fittings and pipes to link up tanks. Buy from stock.
Fittings can be dispatched from stock. 

Ask which fittings best suit your needs.

Portable Water Pump with Control Unit

Pump Control Box

Most fittings are in stock + we can source most of your tank fitting needs Ring
01594 833308
Water Pump Kit
 
85 litre Joey Tank
White - made from WRAS* approved material in polyethylene - suitable for water and foodstuffs including cider and milk. 


The tank  comes with a screw top lid including a spring loaded 6 inch vent and a 3/4 inch BSP Stainless Steel threaded outlet.
We have a variety of taps and valves that you can fit - popular ones are shown.  

A practical choice for a  compact header tank or for foodstuffs.   Phone before 11am for same day dispatch.

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Upright 85 litre
Length:   60cm/23.5"
Width:    31cm/12.25"
Height:  50cm/19.25"

Made from
WRAS approved material
 
Spring loaded 6 inch vented lid Inside of lid

Comes with Stainless Steel thread outlet
3/4 inch BSP

You can add a 
Boss with tap

You can add a Quick Release Hose Connector Tap

 

New Rover Tank

This handy tank  comes with a screw top lid including an expansion breather.
 

Screw Top Lid
500 litres 110 gallons Length: 39"/1m Width: 33" / 0.85m Height: 30" / 0.73m Expansion Breather 01594 833308
 

 


Complete Garden Rain Harvesting System

This is a complete state-of-the-art rain harvesting system capturing your roof rainfall. 
Easy to install with high performance capturing of water even during hose pipe bans - all year round.

This system looks good, is low maintenance and recyclable.

All pipework to your drain will be included for free within reason.
Ring 01594 833308 to place your order and ask any questions you may have.
Delivery is free to most postcode areas
 
Garden Harvest fittings
 

Image 1. Submersible Pump

Pump is located in tank.  It is self contained for easy installation
This high powered pump provides a high flow over a long hose length.
Comes with a remote On/Off switch
 
Image 3. Calmed Inlet
Minimises disturbance of settled matter which improves water quality

Image 2.  Filter Assembly
Comes with a lift-out 0.2mm stainless steel filter for improved water quality
Self cleaning - low maintenance
Located within tank which saves space and is easier to install and access
Comes with overflow skimmer and U- bend overflow to improve water quality
Provides a 90% water yield.
 

Image 4. Telescopic Turret
The adjustable height minimises installation depth and allows a neat flush finish with the ground.

 

Single Piece moulding with no joins High impact strength at low temperatures 2728 litre / 600 gallon
Height: 2.52m
Diameter: 1.86m
3800 litre / 836 gallon
Height: 2.76m
Diameter: 2.06m
4546 litre/1000 gallon
Height: 2.89m
Diameter: 2.18m
6000 litre/1320 gallon
Height: 3.12m
Diameter: 2.38m
Recyclable Corrosive Resistant Stress free  mouldings Delivery is free to most postcode areas Low maintenance Easy to handle
 
 


 
Underground Water Storage Tanks
WRAS Approved*  

On Sale - phone for prices



 

Tank

Litres

Gallons

Height

Width

Length

Small 

1370

301

1.867m

1.150m

1.9m

Medium      

2410

530

2.1m

1.35m

2.35m

Large        

3090

680

2.1m

1.35m

3.2m


 
*For more information on WRAS visit www.wras.co.uk 
All tanks must be installed in accordance with prevailing legislation and guidelines – the total base area must be supported.
Don’t forget to check the manufacturer’s warranty and register your tank.
 

*Additional charge for the Highlands, Islands and postcodes BT (all), HS (all), IV (all), KA (27-28), KW (all), PA (20-49), (60-78), PH (17-26), (30-44) (49-50), ZE (all).

Email for a Price Pack or informationinfo@smithsofthedean.co.uk

 

Smiths of the Forest of Dean Ltd, trading as Ray Smith & Son and Dean Drums have been Tank specialists for 30 years.     Disclaimer/Terms
Author: LSP - Copyright © 2003-2010   Smiths of the Forest of Dean Ltd.  All rights reserved.