Tower Hamlets tips: charges, permits and opening times
London
- ChargesNo price list published
- BookingNot stated
- VansNo permit scheme
- Proof of addressNeeded
What the tip charges
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Rubble / hardcoreaccepted as DIY waste within one car boot load per month; no charge published | No charge published |
| Soilnot mentioned | No charge published |
| Plasterboardnot accepted | Not accepted |
| Tyresnot accepted | Not accepted |
| Asbestosnot accepted | Not accepted |
| Gas bottlesaccepted; no charge stated | No charge published |
Free DIY allowance
'Only one car boot load per month of DIY waste is allowed (includes bricks, rubble, and infill/hardcore etc).' No charge for DIY waste is published.
From Tower Hamlets'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
Residents using a van sign a declaration that the waste is from their own home; all vans weighed on the weighbridge. Commercial and sign-written vehicles not permitted.
- Height barrier
- 1.94m
Do I need to book?
Proof of address
Yes, bring proof of address
Proof of identity and address: driver's licence, passport, council tax bill, utility bill or parking permit. City of London residents must show photo ID and a recent council tax bill.
Mattresses and sofas
- Mattresses
- Not specifically listed; furniture accepted, no charge stated
- Sofas and furniture
- Furniture accepted; staff can help carry large or bulky items; 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
Tower Hamlets residents only (plus City of London residents with ID). Liquids and trade waste not accepted. Council no longer runs Northumberland Wharf transfer station.