Isles of Scilly tips: charges, permits and opening times
South West
- Charges6 items charged
- BookingRequired
- VansPermit: Free
- Proof of addressNot stated
What the tip charges
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Rubble / brickswithin DIY allowance. no charge for household DIY waste within the daily limit | Free |
| Soilnot listed | No charge published |
| Plasterboard & gypsum related productsper 25ltr bag over the free allowance limit | £11.00 |
| Tyres: car, motorbike, golf buggyeach | £9.00 (+VAT) |
| Asbestos (bonded)per 15kg sheet or bag over the free allowance limit. must be sealed and double-bagged | £33.50 |
| Gas bottlesnot listed | No charge published |
| Vehicle/boat batterieseach | £5.60 (+VAT) |
| Marine craft e.g. kayaks, paddleboards, boatsper tonne | £650.00 |
| Collection & disposal of large bulky electrical items (fridges, freezers etc.)one item; £16.25 two items. collection service | £9.75 |
What the council says about dates: 2026/2027 (01/04/2026 - 31/03/2027); prices exclude VAT unless stated
Free DIY allowance
Since 31 Dec 2023 no charge for household DIY waste (rubble, timber, bricks, paints, plasterboard, asbestos). Per day: 'less than 100 litres and capable of fitting into 4 x 25 litre bags, or a single article of waste no larger than 2000mm x 750mm x 700mm'; up to 4 DIY visits in any four-week period
From Isles of Scilly'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: Free
Temporary Vehicle Permit for household waste in a commercial-type vehicle (designed to carry goods): one per household, up to 12 visits in 12 months, household waste days only; permitted vehicles may not bring a trailer of any size. Trailers over 4ft on other vehicles also need a permit. Commercial waste permits are charged (7 day £13.50 to 12 month £225 + VAT, 2026/27)
Do I need to book?
Booking required
Book a slot (free) for Tuesdays or Thursdays via zerowaste@scilly.gov.uk, Customer Hubs or 01720 424450; any fees must be paid before the visit (Customer Hub 01720 424400)
Proof of address
Not stated
Isles of Scilly residents; may be asked to complete an Origin of Waste Disclaimer
All 4 tips and opening hours
- Porthmellon Waste and Recycling CentrePorthmellon, St Mary's, Isles of ScillyHousehold waste by booked slot on Tuesdays and Thursdays (older site page: 1pm-4.45pm)
- St Agnes off-island waste bring siteSt Agnes, Isles of ScillyMondays 8am-9.30am; Fridays 3pm-4.30pm (subject to change)
- Bryher off-island waste bring siteBryher, Isles of ScillySummer Mon, Wed, Fri 5pm-6pm; winter Fri 4pm-5pm
- St Martin's off-island waste bring siteSt Martin's, Isles of ScillyFriday 2pm-4pm by telephone appointment only
Opening hours are our short summary of the council's page. Bank holiday and Christmas hours often differ.
Good to know
Mon/Wed/Fri at Porthmellon are commercial-only. Off-island bring sites are contractor-run; Tresco waste handled by the Estate. Commercial gate fees 2026/27 e.g. residual £650/tonne, bonded asbestos £1,337/tonne, car tyre £9.00+VAT.