⚖️ Which collection is right for me?
Answer three quick questions, or compare the options side by side.
Side by side
| Option | Best for | Things to check |
|---|---|---|
| Council bulky collection | A few large items | Fee, waiting time, item limits |
| Recycling centre (tip) | Small loads you can carry | Booking, van and trailer rules, DIY waste limits |
| Skip | Big jobs filled over several days | Permit if on the road, banned items, weight limits |
| Man and van | Loaded for you, same day | Registered carrier, price by volume, receipt |
| Grab lorry | Large amounts of soil, rubble and hardcore | Access for a lorry, firm ground, reach |
Rules vary between councils. This is general guidance: always check your own council’s website.
More tools
Report fly-tipping
Pin dumped rubbish on a map, add photos and send it to the right council. Free, takes about a minute, and adds it to the live fly-tipping map.
Live fly-tipping map
See fly-tipping reported by the public in the last 90 days, updated live. Spotted some? Add it in a minute.
How do I dispose of this?
Type an item, from a sofa to a vape, and see where it usually goes: recycling, general rubbish, a recycling centre or a special route.