Kingston upon Thames tips: charges, permits and opening times
London
- ChargesNo price list published
- BookingRequired
- VansNo permit scheme
- Proof of addressNeeded
What the tip charges
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Rubble / hardcoreNo charge mentioned; maximum of 6 bags per visit of soil, sand, hardcore & rubble and plasterboard combined; empty loose, no bags | No charge published |
| SoilNo charge mentioned; maximum of 6 bags per visit of soil, sand, hardcore & rubble and plasterboard combined; empty loose, no bags | No charge published |
| PlasterboardNo charge mentioned; maximum of 6 bags per visit of soil, sand, hardcore & rubble and plasterboard combined; empty loose, no bags | No charge published |
| TyresNot accepted | Not accepted |
| AsbestosNot accepted | Not accepted |
| Gas bottlesNot accepted (gas bottles and fire extinguishers) | Not accepted |
Free DIY allowance
Maximum of 6 bags per visit of soil, sand, hardcore & rubble and plasterboard. No charges stated; for large amounts hire a skip or registered waste carrier.
From Kingston upon Thames'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
No permit scheme stated
Vans and trailers (incl. hire vans, pick-ups, minibuses 10+ seats, vehicles with side panels instead of rear windows or seats removed) can book but are limited to 12 visits per calendar year. Banned: vehicles over 3.5t, over 5m long (incl. vehicle + trailer combined), Luton/box or high-sided vehicles, more than four wheels, tippers or false-sided vehicles.
Do I need to book?
Booking required
Book in advance; visitors without a valid booking will not be allowed in. Max 20 bookings per calendar year (Fair Use Policy; apply for additional visits). Pedestrians/cyclists need no booking but only Sat and Sun 3.15pm-4pm.
Proof of address
Yes, bring proof of address
Kingston residents only; bring proof of address such as an original driving licence or recent council tax bill
Mattresses and sofas
- Mattresses
- Accepted (mattresses container); no charge stated
- Sofas and furniture
- Bulky waste including furniture accepted, check with site staff; 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
Single site. Black bags of general waste may be inspected. Reuse drop-off point on site. Water-based paint accepted (lid off, dried). Not accepted: commercial/trade waste incl. contractors in your home and waste from rented-out properties; vehicle parts; oil-based paint. Closed 25, 26 Dec and 1 Jan.