Hammersmith and Fulham tips: charges, permits and opening times
LondonRun by Western Riverside Waste Authority (sites operated by Cory)
- Charges1 item charged
- BookingRequired
- VansPermit needed
- Proof of addressNeeded
What the tip charges
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| DIY waste above weekly limit (general)per tonne incl VAT, minimum charge £154.82 per load. charged by weight at the weighbridge; card only | £286.70 |
| Rubble / hardcorewithin DIY allowance free; above it, segregated inert waste (rubble, bricks, ceramic tiles) goes to Cringle Dock at 'a lower rate per tonne' (rate not published) | No charge published |
| Soilcounts as DIY waste (soil and turf); above allowance charged at DIY rate | No charge published |
| PlasterboardDIY waste; 'only very small quantities allowed - please check first' | No charge published |
| Tyresresidents can deliver tyres by car to Smugglers Way; no charge stated | No charge published |
| Asbestosnot accepted; City of London hazardous waste collection service suggested | Not accepted |
| Gas bottlesaccepted at Smugglers Way (gas bottle cage, Bay A); no charge stated | No charge published |
| Bathroom suites, kitchen units, doors, fencing, shedsDIY waste; free within allowance, then £286.70/tonne (min £154.82) | No charge published |
Free DIY allowance
Small quantities of DIY waste free by car at Smugglers Way; by van up to 100 litres of DIY waste, or one large item no bigger than 2m x 0.75m x 0.7m (e.g. one bath, door or kitchen unit), a maximum of one delivery every 7 days; must pre-book and show valid ID.
From Hammersmith and Fulham'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
Vans, cars with trailers, cars over 2m, cars with seats removed and light commercial vehicles count as vans: register/book in advance and use Smugglers Way Transfer Station via the weighbridge; photo ID and proof of address; hi-vis and sturdy shoes. Cringle Dock open to residents in vans, not cars.
- Height barrier
- 2m
Do I need to book?
Booking required
Cars must book a slot at Smugglers Way (not needed on foot, bicycle or motorcycle); slots up to 7 days ahead; vans must register before arriving.
Proof of address
Yes, bring proof of address
ID showing name and address (driving licence, council tax or utility bill within 3 months, tenancy agreement, bank statement, or displayed residents parking permit); spot-checked. Vans need photo ID and proof of address at the weighbridge.
Mattresses and sofas
- Mattresses
- Accepted for disposal (not recycled) at Smugglers Way; no charge stated
- Sofas and furniture
- Furniture counts as household waste: free by car or van if booked
All 3 tips and opening hours
- Smugglers Way Household Reuse and Recycling CentreSmugglers Way, Wandsworth, London, SW18 1EGMon-Fri 9am-4pm; Sat 8am-6pm; Sun 8am-5pm (cars, foot, bike; cars must book)
- Smugglers Way Transfer Station (vans)Smugglers Way, Wandsworth, London, SW18 1EGVans: Mon-Fri 7:30am-4pm; Sat 7:30am-1pm; Sun 7:30am-12 noon
- Cringle Dock Transfer StationCringle Street, Battersea, London, SW11 8BX24 hours, 7 days (residents in vans only, not cars)
Opening hours are our short summary of the council's page. Bank holiday and Christmas hours often differ.
Good to know
H&F has no tip of its own; residents use the Western Riverside Waste Authority sites in Wandsworth. Non-residents charged. H&F page gives postcodes SW18 1JS and SW8 5BX; WRWA gives SW18 1EG and SW11 8BX.