Blackpool tips: charges, permits and opening times
North West
- Charges1 item charged
- BookingNot needed
- VansPermit: £13.50 administration charge
- Proof of addressNeeded
What the tip charges
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Rubble / hardcore2 x 50L rubble sacks or 1 large item per week. DIY allowance: 2 x 50L rubble sacks or 1 large item per week, max 4 visits in 4 weeks; no per-item price published. Waste restrictions page contradicts: must purchase a permit, 75kg per month | No charge published |
| Soilwithin DIY allowance. see DIY waste | No charge published |
| Plasterboardwithin DIY allowance. see DIY waste | No charge published |
| Tyresnot accepted ('not classed as household waste') | Not accepted |
| Asbestosup to 3 bags. small quantities of cement bonded asbestos from own household maintenance; collect bags from HWRC office with council tax or utility bill (Mon, Tue, Wed or Fri) and return sealed; 'Asbestos (permit holders only)'; no charge stated | No charge published |
| Gas bottlesstandard domestic LPG bottles up to 15kg and balloon gas bottles accepted; over 15kg not accepted | Not accepted |
| Vehicle permit (vans/trailers)administration charge, 12 months. one visit per month | £13.50 |
Free DIY allowance
'Customers can bring 2 x 50L rubble sacks or 1 large item per week, with a maximum amount of 4 visits over a 4-week period. No single item should be more than 200cmx75cmx70cm.' Photo ID and matching proof of address required; small scale DIY projects only (main page, modified 1 Sep 2026). Older waste restrictions page (modified 13 Nov 2025) says: 'anybody wishing to dispose of this waste must purchase a permit. You will be limited to 75 kg per month'
From Blackpool's pages, quoted or summarised.
In England, councils can't charge householders for their own DIY waste up to two 50 litre bags, or one item up to 2000 x 750 x 700mm, per visit, for up to four visits in four weeks. They can charge above that. Check your load.
Vans, pickups and trailers
Permit needed: £13.50 administration charge
Permit for short/medium wheelbase vans up to 5m and cars towing single-axle trailers up to 3m: one visit per month for 12 months; apply 7-10 working days ahead, posted to Blackpool address. Visitor permit for hired/borrowed vehicles £13.50, max 3 trips per week, one per 12 months. Not allowed: Luton/box vans, flat-backs, signage, horse boxes, tippers, long wheelbase, twin-axle or over-3m trailers. Vans and trailers not permitted at weekends
Do I need to book?
Proof of address
Yes, bring proof of address
Blackpool residents only; 'Please bring proof of address with you'; photo ID and matching proof of address for DIY waste. Fylde and Wyre residents use Lytham or Fleetwood
Mattresses and sofas
- Mattresses
- Accepted (no charge stated)
The tip and opening hours
Opening hours are our short summary of the council's page. Bank holiday and Christmas hours often differ.
Good to know
Re-use Shop on site closes 3.30pm. Car parts, tyres, fire extinguishers (unless manufacturer won't take back), fuels, fridges/freezers (until further notice) not accepted.