Thurrock tips: charges, permits and opening times
East of England
- ChargesNo charges listed
- BookingNot needed
- VansPermit needed
- Proof of addressNeeded
What the tip charges
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Rubble / hardcoreNo more than 3 wheelbarrow loads in total (with soil and plasterboard). 'the tip is then free to use' (for Thurrock residents with proof of address) | Free |
| SoilWithin the 3 wheelbarrow load limit. 'the tip is then free to use' (for Thurrock residents with proof of address) | Free |
| PlasterboardWithin the 3 wheelbarrow load limit. 'the tip is then free to use' (for Thurrock residents with proof of address) | Free |
| Ceramics and tilesSingle wheelbarrow load or 3 large ceramic items. 'the tip is then free to use' (for Thurrock residents with proof of address) | Free |
| TyresNo more than 5 tyres each year. 'the tip is then free to use' (for Thurrock residents with proof of address) | Free |
| AsbestosNot accepted | Not accepted |
| Gas bottlesNot mentioned; full/part-full fire extinguishers not accepted | Not accepted |
| Oil (cooking or engine)No more than 10 litres each year | Free |
Free DIY allowance
Tip is free to use for Thurrock residents with proof of address. Limit: no more than 3 wheelbarrow loads in total of soil, rubble, hardcore and plasterboard/gypsum waste; ceramics and tiles limited to a single wheelbarrow load or 3 large ceramic items (e.g. toilet, wash basin).
From Thurrock'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
Permit required for small vans and single-axle trailers under 1.8m (6ft): registered vehicle up to 6 visits in 12 months, hired vehicle up to 2 visits a year per address (no larger than Ford Transit SWB, bring proof of hire). Apply online with V5C pages; allow 14 working days. One permit per household. Vehicles with trailers only on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Not allowed: over 3.5t, Ford Transit, Luton, HGV, flatbed, tipper, minibus. Cost not stated.
Do I need to book?
Proof of address
Yes, bring proof of address
Bring proof of address such as a recent council tax bill, utility bill or permit; you will be asked to prove you are a Thurrock resident.
Mattresses and sofas
- Mattresses
- Accepted free (general waste list)
- Sofas and furniture
- Furniture accepted free
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; enter only travelling north on Buckingham Hill Road. Paid commercial waste service at the HWRC (charged per tonne). Re-use shop on site.