Telford and Wrekin tips: charges, permits and opening times
West Midlands
- ChargesNo charges listed
- BookingNot needed
- VansPermit needed
- Proof of addressNeeded
What the tip charges
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Soil and rubbleListed as accepted at both HRCs; no charge or limit stated | Free |
| PlasterboardListed as accepted; no charge stated | No charge published |
| Tyres and wheelsListed as accepted; no charge stated | No charge published |
| AsbestosAccepted at both HRCs, 'special rules apply' (details on the council's asbestos page, not read); charge not stated | No charge published |
| Gas bottles / gas and helium canistersListed as accepted | Free |
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
Permit needed
E-permit (via My Telford account) for vans/commercial vehicles up to 3.5t and 5.5m, pick-ups, 4x4s without rear seats/windows, stripped campervans, any vehicle with a trailer (max 2.4m internal) and all hire vehicles. Max ten permits (visits) per household per rolling 12 months; no expiry. Not allowed: over 3.5t or 5.5m, flatbeds, tippers, Luton box vans, horse boxes, agricultural vehicles.
Do I need to book?
Proof of address
Yes, bring proof of address
Residents-only access from April 2026: bring proof of address such as a recent utility bill or driving licence; without it you may be refused.
Mattresses and sofas
- Sofas and furniture
- POPs soft furnishings area at Halesfield; no charge stated
All 2 tips and opening hours
- Hortonwood Household Recycling CentreHortonwood 50, Hortonwood, Telford, TF1 7AA9am-5pm seven days a week; closed 25, 26 Dec and 1 Jan; open other bank holidays
- Halesfield Household Recycling CentreHalesfield 1, Telford, TF7 4LN9am-5pm seven days a week; closed 25, 26 Dec and 1 Jan; open other bank holidays
Opening hours are our short summary of the council's page. Bank holiday and Christmas hours often differ.
Good to know
No trade waste. Food waste bins at both HRCs.