Recycling and Waste - Special Collections for Large Items

If you have a large item such as a piece of furniture or a fridge etc you wish to dispose of, we offer the Special Collection for Large Items Service for which a charge will be made.

To make an online request for information please click here.

How can I dispose of bulky household items?

The council provides a separate collection service for bulky items for which there is a charge that changes annually. The current charge is £34.00 for up to three items, and there is a concessionary charge of £17.00 for those on Housing Benefit, Council Tax Benefit and Income Support.  Please contact us on 01785 619402 to book or for an application form. These items are collected on a pre-arranged day and items have to be at the front of the property for 07.00 am.

General points to follow:-

• One Carpet must be manageable by 2 people, otherwise cut into pieces, rolled and tied.
• Carpet does not include underlay. This is a separate item.
• One wardrobe does not mean a full bedroom suite.
• Items should not be filled with other rubbish.
• Items must be easily accessible and at one point, not all over the property.
• If 2 identical items on site but only one on request form, NONE of the items in question will be taken. (Paid service only)
• Only items listed on booking form will be removed, any additions must be done on a separate request. (Paid service only)

How much does it cost?

The Current charge is £34.00 for up to three items, and there is a concessionary charge of £17.00 for those on Housing Benefit, Council Tax Benefit and Income Support.  Please contact us on 01785 619402 to book or request an application form.

What can I do with my old fridge/freezer or television?

The Council will collect these items, as part of the bulky household waste service for which there is a charge that changes annually. Current charge is £34.00 for up to three items, and there is a concessionary charge of £17.00 for those on Housing Benefit, Council Tax Benefit and Income Support.  Please contact us on 01785 619402 to book or request an application form.

What won't you collect?

We will not provide a service for the collection of the following items. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list. If you are unsure please contact 01785 619402 for further advice.

• Gas Bottles
• Sheds
• Greenhouses
• Bags of rubble
• Fence Panels
• Concrete Posts
• Car/Motorbike Parts
• Garage Doors/Window Frames
• Asbestos
• Fluid Containers e.g. Drums
• Large Gates
• Wire Fencing and Large Fire Surrounds
• General Builders Waste

How can I dispose of other items?

You can take your household rubbish or items to either a local tip or Civic Amenity Site.