Medway tips: charges, permits and opening times
South East
- ChargesNo price list published
- BookingRequired
- VansNo permit scheme
- Proof of addressNeeded
What the tip charges
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Rubble / hardcoreHardcore (broken building materials) accepted at all three sites; no charge or limit published | No charge published |
| SoilNot mentioned | No charge published |
| PlasterboardCapstone and Cuxton only (not Hoath Way); no charge published | No charge published |
| TyresCapstone only (car, motorbike, quad bike and bicycle tyres); no charge published | No charge published |
| AsbestosAccepted at all three sites by booking; phone 01634 333 333 the working day before to check space; cement roofing, pipes, gutters, flues, tiles only, double wrapped in UN-approved packaging; max sheet 2m x 3.5m; declaration form; no charge stated | No charge published |
| Gas bottlesAccepted at all three sites; no charge published | No charge published |
Free DIY allowance
The council's pages didn't describe a free allowance.
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
No permit; small privately-owned vans (fit under 2m barrier, single wheelbase, under 2 tonnes incl. contents) by booking at Capstone and Cuxton on Wednesdays and Saturdays only, Medway residents; up to 3 van visits per day; book 4-9 days ahead. Not permitted: transit vans, single cab pick-ups, large vans, vans with trailers, Luton, flatbed/drop-side, sign-written vehicles (except taxis). Car trailers max 6ft 8in long, under 35 cu ft, no wider than car. No vans at Hoath Way.
- Height barrier
- 2m
Do I need to book?
Booking required
Book a slot for every visit (cars up to 7 days ahead, at least 4 hours before; small vans 4-9 days ahead). One trip per booking. Only Medway council tax payers. Phone 01634 333 333 only if no email/internet.
Proof of address
Yes, bring proof of address
Driving licence with proof of address, or council tax bill, gas or electricity bill or TV licence letter; staff check address matches booking.
Mattresses and sofas
- Mattresses
- Accepted at Capstone and Cuxton (not Hoath Way); no charge stated
- Sofas and furniture
- Household furniture accepted at all sites; no charge stated
All 3 tips and opening hours
- Capstone waste and recycling centreShawstead Road, Capstone, ME7 3JLBooked hourly slots 8am-4pm (arrive by 3.45pm for last slot) (30-minute slot trial)
- Cuxton waste and recycling centreSundridge Hill, Cuxton, Rochester, ME2 1LFBooked hourly slots 8am-4pm (arrive by 3.45pm for last slot)
- Hoath Way waste and recycling centreAmbley Road, Gillingham, ME8 0QHBooked hourly slots 8am-4pm (arrive by 3.45pm for last slot)
Opening hours are our short summary of the council's page. Bank holiday and Christmas hours often differ.
Good to know
Medway residents visiting a Kent County Council HWRC must pay Kent a £10 fee. No motorbikes, bicycles or mobility scooters. Business and landlord waste not accepted.