West Berkshire tips: charges, permits and opening times
South East
- Charges9 items charged
- BookingRequired
- VansPermit needed
- Proof of addressNeeded
What the tip charges
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Ceramics and rubbleper 25L bag (or equivalent) or single item over the limit. above free allowance, or any amount after four visits in four weeks | £4.20 |
| Ceramics and rubble - full loadsper full load (partial loads pro rata) | £19.00 car/hatchback; £32.00 trailer; £38.00 small van/estate; £124.00 Transit van or similar |
| Soilper 25L bag (or equivalent). above free allowance, or any amount after four visits in four weeks | £4.20 |
| Soil - full loadsper full load | £19.00 car; £32.00 trailer; £38.00 small van/estate; £124.00 Transit |
| Plasterboardper 25L bag (or equivalent). above free allowance, or any amount after four visits in four weeks | £3.20 |
| Plasterboard - full loadsper full load | £17.90 car; £29.40 trailer; £34.60 small van/estate; £112.40 Transit |
| Tyres - standard (car/motorcycle)per tyre | £7.40 off rim / £10.50 on rim |
| Tyres - medium (large 4x4 / large van)per tyre | £12.60 off rim / £15.80 on rim |
| Tyres - mini bike/go-kart, bicycle, wheelbarrowper tyre | £4.20 |
| AsbestosCement-bonded only at Newtown Road, by appointment; double-bagged; price not stated | No charge published |
| Gas canisters | Free |
What the council says about dates: User Guide v3.0 April 2026 (Appendix C); allowance changes from January 2024
Free DIY allowance
'We will accept up to four 25 litre rubble bags' or one item 'no larger than 2000mm by 750mm by 700mm in size' free, if a household makes no more than four visits with this waste type in four weeks.
From West Berkshire'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
Commercial Type Vehicle (CTV) permit needs proof of address and V5; Temporary One-Day Permits (e.g. hire vans) need proof of address and photo ID, max six days a calendar year. Vans over 3 tonnes GVW prohibited. Vehicle plus trailer max 8.2m (Newtown Road) / 8.8m (Padworth Lane).
- Height barrier
- 2m
Do I need to book?
Booking required
'You must book an appointment' via westberks.gov.uk/clickandtip or 01635 519080.
Proof of address
Yes, bring proof of address
Needed for permits (utility or council tax bill plus V5; photo ID for one-day permits).
All 2 tips and opening hours
- Newtown Road Household Waste Recycling CentreNewtown Road, Newbury, RG20 9AG
- Padworth Lane Household Waste Recycling CentrePadworth Lane, Padworth
Opening hours are our short summary of the council's page. Bank holiday and Christmas hours often differ.
Good to know
Card payment only (no Amex). Height barrier 2m is at Newtown Road (none mentioned for Padworth Lane).