Islington tips: charges, permits and opening times
LondonRun by North London Waste Authority (NLWA); site run by LondonEnergy Ltd
- ChargesNo charges listed
- BookingNot needed
- VansPermit: Free
- Proof of addressNot stated
What the tip charges
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Rubble / hardcorewithin allowance. Two 50 litre bags, four times in any four week period; no charge for more is published, quantity is simply restricted. Not accepted at pedestrian zone. | Free |
| Soilwithin allowance. Same DIY allowance; goes in general waste container. | Free |
| PlasterboardAccepted, must be separated; no charge stated. | No charge published |
| TyresTyres are not accepted at this site. | Not accepted |
| AsbestosAccepted at Hornsey Street by special appointment only (double wrapped); no charge stated. City of London Hazardous Waste Service offers free collection. | No charge published |
| Gas bottlesFull or partially-full accepted (not at pedestrian zone); return to supplier preferred. | Free |
Free DIY allowance
Each north London household can take DIY waste capable of fitting into two 50 litre bags, four times in any four week period (includes concrete, brick, stones, pebbles, sand, gravel, soil). No paid option above this is published.
From Islington'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 (booking)
Vans, trailers and stripped vehicles must book at least 24 hours ahead; six van bookings per north London resident per year; caged tippers and flatbed trucks not allowed; hire vans need hire agreement; proof of residency required.
Do I need to book?
No booking needed for cars
No booking for cars, bikes or pedestrians; vans/trailers must book 24h ahead.
Proof of address
Not stated
Proof of residency (e.g. utility bill) required for van bookings; not stated for cars.
Mattresses and sofas
- Mattresses
- Accepted at Hornsey Street; no charge stated
- Sofas and furniture
- Accepted at Hornsey Street; 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
Islington's only RRC is Hornsey Street. Pedestrians/cyclists use a drop-off point only. Residents can use any other NLWA RRC (https://www.nlwa.gov.uk/places-to-recycle). Entrance barrier in operation.