Leicester tips: charges, permits and opening times
East Midlands
- ChargesNo charges listed
- BookingNot needed
- VansPermit needed
- Proof of addressNot stated
What the tip charges
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Rubble / hardcorewithin DIY limits. Soil and hardcore 'within DIY waste limits'; excess not accepted. | Free |
| Soilwithin DIY limits | Free |
| Plasterboardwithin DIY limits | Free |
| TyresNot listed among accepted items. | No charge published |
| Asbestosmax 8 sheets per visit. Cement-bonded only, double wrapped, Freemen's Common only; phone 07776152970 before visiting; no charge stated; no permit needed. | No charge published |
| Gas bottlesAccepted 'if empty'. | Free |
Free DIY allowance
Free, within limits: 'up to 100 litres of loose waste (two 50-litre bags) per visit or; a single item no larger than 2m x 75cm x 70cm'; 'You must not exceed four visits per household in any four-week period.' Once used, 'no more of that material will be accepted until the next four week period starts' (no paid option).
From Leicester'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
Waste permit required for vans, pickups and cars towing trailers over 1.4m; Gypsum Close only; vehicles under 3.5t. Full permit: 12 trips in 12 months; temporary permit (borrowed/hired vehicle or clearing a relative's home): 3 trips in one month, max 4 per year. Apply online at my.leicester.gov.uk; photo ID and proof of address on each visit; arrive 30 minutes before closing.
Do I need to book?
No booking needed for cars
No booking mentioned; permit for vans/pickups/large trailers.
Proof of address
Not stated
Permit holders must present valid photo ID and proof of address (dated within 12 months); not stated for cars.
Mattresses and sofas
- Sofas and furniture
- Furniture accepted at both sites; no charge stated
All 2 tips and opening hours
- Gypsum Close Recycling CentreGypsum Close, Leicester, LE4 9ABDaily: April-October 8am-8pm; November-March 8am-6pm; closed 25, 26 Dec and 1 Jan; 2pm close on 24 and 31 Dec
- Freemen's Common Recycling CentreIslington Street, Leicester, LE2 7SQDaily: April-October 8am-8pm; November-March 8am-6pm; closed 25, 26 Dec and 1 Jan; 2pm close on 24 and 31 Dec. No vans/pickups/trailers over 1.4m, no pedestrians.
Opening hours are our short summary of the council's page. Bank holiday and Christmas hours often differ.
Good to know
Leicester city site notes 'Some services temporarily unavailable' banner. Reuse shop and trade waste facility at Gypsum Close.