Wandsworth tips: charges, permits and opening times
LondonRun by Western Riverside Waste Authority (WRWA); sites operated by Cory
- Charges4 items charged
- BookingRequired
- VansPermit: Free
- Proof of addressNot stated
What the tip charges
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| DIY waste above free limit (general waste rate)per tonne incl VAT (minimum charge £154.82 per load). Weighed at weighbridge; card only. Applies to all DIY waste above limits (rubble, soil, plasterboard, bathroom/kitchen fittings, fencing, sheds etc.) | £286.70 |
| Rubble / hardcoreper tonne incl VAT (minimum charge £154.82 per load). Above free limit. Segregated inert waste (rubble, bricks, ceramic tiles) can go to Cringle Dock at a 'lower rate per tonne' (rate not published). | £286.70 |
| Soilper tonne incl VAT (minimum charge £154.82 per load). Soil and turf are DIY waste; above free limit. | £286.70 |
| Plasterboardper tonne incl VAT (minimum charge £154.82 per load). 'only very small quantities allowed - please check first'. | £286.70 |
| TyresResidents can deliver tyres to Smugglers Way HWRC in their car; no charge stated. | No charge published |
| AsbestosNot accepted. City of London Hazardous Waste Collection Service, 'usually free of charge'. | Not accepted |
| Gas bottlesGas bottles, canisters and fire extinguishers accepted at Smugglers Way HWRC; no charge stated. | No charge published |
What the council says about dates: 'current charge' (no date given)
Free DIY allowance
By car: 'small quantities of DIY waste for free' at Smugglers Way HWRC. By van: up to 100 litres of DIY waste, or one large item no bigger than 2m x 0.75m x 0.7m (e.g. one bath tub, door or kitchen unit), a maximum of one delivery every 7 days; pre-book and show valid ID.
From Wandsworth'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: Free (pre-registration/booking)
Vans, cars over 2m and cars with trailers cannot enter the HWRC; must use Smugglers Way or Cringle Dock waste transfer stations, pre-book and bring valid photo ID. DIY waste by van free up to 100 litres or one large item, one delivery every 7 days; excess weighed and charged.
- Height barrier
- 2m
Do I need to book?
Booking required
Cars must book a slot to visit Smugglers Way HWRC. Vans must register/pre-book for the waste transfer stations.
Proof of address
Not stated
Valid photo ID required on arrival at the waste transfer stations (vans) to avoid being charged for household waste; not stated for cars at the HWRC.
Mattresses and sofas
- Mattresses
- Accepted for disposal (not recycled) at Smugglers Way HWRC; household waste, free
- Sofas and furniture
- Furniture is household waste, free if booked; reusable furniture can go to Rework reuse project
All 3 tips and opening hours
- Smugglers Way Household Waste and Recycling CentreSmugglers Way, Wandsworth, London, SW18 1JSMon-Fri 9am-4pm; Sat 8am-6pm; Sun 8am-5pm
- Smugglers Way Waste Transfer Station (vans only)Smugglers Way, Wandsworth, London, SW18 1JSMon-Fri 7.30am-4pm; Sat 7.30am-1pm; Sun 7.30am-12 noon
- Cringle Dock Waste Transfer Station (vans only)Cringle Street, off Nine Elms Lane, Vauxhall, London, SW8 5BXOpen 24 hours, 7 days a week (closed Christmas Day)
Opening hours are our short summary of the council's page. Bank holiday and Christmas hours often differ.
Good to know
Residents only at HWRC; accessible by car, motorbike, bicycle or foot. Transfer stations are vans only and have fewer recycling options. Christmas: Smugglers Way closed 25, 26 Dec and 1 Jan; Cringle Dock closed Christmas Day.