What are the skip hire rates in Horton and Broadway?

Skip hire in Horton and Broadway runs from about £165 for a 4-yard mini skip up to around £400 for a 12-yard maxi. Size, postcode and hire length all affect the final figure. A 6-yard skip typically lands between £220 and £300 and covers most household clearances comfortably. Every quoted price includes delivery, collection and VAT. If the skip needs to go on a public road, a council permit costs £109 and is arranged on your behalf at booking. Call the number on this page, describe the job, and you will have an all-in price within 90 seconds, no form, no follow-up call.

What size skip do I need in Horton and Broadway?

For most jobs in Horton and Broadway, a 6-yard or 8-yard skip is the right choice. A 6-yard holds roughly 50–60 bin bags and suits kitchen rip-outs and small construction jobs; an 8-yard holds around 60–80 bags and is the go-to for home renovations. Garden clearances and small bathroom jobs usually fit in a 4-yard (30–40 bags). Full house clearances, large extensions or heavy construction waste need a 10 or 12-yard maxi, or a RoRo 20–40-yard for major sites. Heavy waste like soil and rubble tips quickly into a skip's weight limit, so go smaller for heavy loads. Describe the job over the phone and a size recommendation follows in under a minute.

Do I need a skip permit in Horton and Broadway?

Yes, a skip permit is needed in Horton and Broadway if the skip will rest on a public road, pavement or grass verge, even for a short period. Somerset Council charges £109 per permit, valid for 28 days from the delivery date, and requires a minimum notice period (typically 5 working days) to process the application. Skips placed on private property, driveway, front garden, off-street parking, are exempt and no permit is required. The permit paperwork is usually handled as part of the booking over the phone, so there's no need to apply to Somerset Council separately. Check the council website or ask on the booking call if the location is borderline.

What is the normal rental period when you hire a skip in Horton and Broadway?

A 7 to 14 day hire period is standard for skips in Horton and Broadway and handles most domestic and light trade jobs without any difficulty. Council road permits are valid for 28 days from the point of delivery and can be renewed for a fee if the work takes longer than anticipated. On private driveways or off-street land, there is no permit window to contend with, and longer hire periods of three weeks or more can be set up at the time of booking. If you need early collection, one phone call is enough and the skip is normally collected within 24 hours. Commercial customers in Somerset needing ongoing cover can ask about rolling hire agreements at booking.

What cannot legally be placed inside a skip in Horton and Broadway?

Some waste simply cannot go into a skip, and Horton and Broadway is no different from anywhere else when it comes to these UK-wide rules. The banned items include asbestos, batteries of every type, fluorescent and energy-saving bulbs, paint and tins with paint residue, cooking and motor oils, fridges, freezers, air-conditioning units, any electrical or electronic equipment covered by WEEE regulations, tyres, gas bottles, medical waste, and plasterboard that has been mixed with general rubbish. Plasterboard kept clean and separate is a different matter and can usually be collected in a dedicated skip arranged at booking. If a specific item falls into a grey area, ask on the booking call rather than risking a mid-collection refusal.

What is the earliest I can get a skip dropped off in Horton and Broadway?

Skips in Horton and Broadway are generally delivered next working day. Same-day delivery is available on many bookings as long as the order comes in before 11am, though it depends on what capacity is left that day. Very busy periods can occasionally push delivery out to 48 hours. If the skip needs to go on the public highway, the council permit must be in place first, which adds roughly 5 working days. No such delay applies when the skip sits on private property. A text confirmation goes out the day before delivery, and the window is agreed verbally when booking. If timing is critical, say so on the call and current availability will be confirmed immediately.

Can I get a skip collected at the weekend in Horton and Broadway?

Yes, weekend skip collections in Horton and Broadway, and more broadly across Somerset, are offered in most cases. Saturday is the most reliable weekend day, with slots available on the same basis as weekdays. Sunday collections are less widespread and may involve a modest surcharge where available. Weekend demand is highest in spring and summer, around DIY and garden-clearance season, so booking a week ahead is worthwhile for guaranteed slots. Delivery on weekends follows the same pattern. Mentioning a preferred collection day on the booking call locks it in upfront, and avoids schedule-juggling later. Bank holiday weekends benefit from extra lead time; a phone call confirms live availability for a given Somerset postcode.

Where can I get a roll-on roll-off skip delivered in Horton and Broadway?

Yes, RoRo (roll-on roll-off) skip hire is available across Somerset, with 20-yard, 30-yard and 40-yard containers to choose from. These are open-top skips delivered by hook-loader lorry and are suited to construction sites, commercial clearances and long-running waste operations rather than typical domestic jobs. The main access requirement is a firm hardstanding with an unobstructed approach for the lorry. Get in touch on 0333 038 9870 to check availability in Horton and Broadway.

Skip Hire in Horton and Broadway from £100

Skip hire in Horton and Broadway starts from £100 for a 4-yard skip, with delivery typically within 24 hours. Coverage extends across South West, with sizes from 2-yard minis through to 40-yard RoRo containers for construction and commercial jobs. Permits on public roads are handled with Somerset Council. Call 0333 038 9870 for a straight quote. A skip permit from Somerset Council costs £109 for 28 days if the skip sits on a public road.

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Skip sizes available in Horton and Broadway

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2 Yard Skip·mini skip

From £60–£190

A mini skip, best for small garden clearances, DIY offcuts and one-room tidy-ups.
Holds roughly 20-30 bin bags or around 1-1.5 tonnes of mixed waste

4 Yard Skip·midi skip

From £100–£320

A midi skip, best for garden tidies, bathroom rip-outs and small renovation jobs.
Holds roughly 30-40 bin bags or around 2 tonnes of mixed waste

6 Yard Skip·builders skip

From £120–£450

The UK standard builders skip, best for kitchen renovations and small building jobs.
Holds roughly 50-60 bin bags or around 2.5-3 tonnes of mixed waste

8 Yard Skip illustration, large builders skip

8 Yard Skip·large builders skip

From £160–£450

A large builders skip, best for full home renovations and heavier construction waste.
Holds roughly 60-80 bin bags or around 3-4 tonnes of mixed waste

10 Yard Skip·maxi skip

From £180–£475

A maxi skip, best for house clearances and light commercial projects. Sized for bulky low-weight waste; not for soil or rubble.
Holds roughly 80-100 bin bags or around 4-5 tonnes of light waste

12 Yard Skip illustration, large maxi skip

12 Yard Skip·large maxi skip

From £220–£500

A large maxi skip, best for full house strip-outs and bulky low-weight waste. Not suitable for soil or rubble due to weight limits.
Holds roughly 100-120 bin bags or around 5-6 tonnes of light waste

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A 90-second phone call is all it takes to book a skip in Horton and Broadway. Size, delivery date, permit requirement and total price are covered in one short conversation. No online checkout, no follow-up sales calls, no upfront deposit required.

Skips available throughout Somerset

We deliver skips across Horton and Broadway and all TA postcodes throughout Somerset. Most orders arrive within 24 hours of booking, and same-day delivery is available on many routes if you book before 11am. Somerset Council permits can be arranged when needed for longer hires.

What are Somerset Council's skip permit rules?

A skip permit is required whenever the skip sits on a public road, pavement or grass verge in Horton and Broadway. The fee is £109 for 28 days, with at least 10 working days' notice typically needed. Skips on private property (driveway, front garden, off-street parking) don't need a permit. A permit can be arranged on your behalf when you book.

Apply for a skip permit in Horton and Broadway (Somerset Council) ↗Somerset Council skip permit fees (official source) ↗

In Horton and Broadway, road permits must be requested at least 10 working days before placement.
Do not load above the top edge; overfilled skips may be turned away at collection.
Permit conditions set by Somerset Council can include cones and overnight lighting requirements.
Standard hire runs 7 to 14 days; renewals are priced at £109.

CouncilSomerset Council

Permit fee£109

Notice period10 working days

Duration28 days

Renewal£109 per extension

What we offer in Horton and Broadway

Residential skip hire

Loft clear-outs, garden tidies, bathroom refits and house moves are among the most common reasons Somerset households hire a skip. Priced from £100 for a 4-yard delivery. A 4 or 6-yard option handles most domestic loads, and no permit is needed when it sits on your own driveway.

Commercial skip hire

Commercial skip hire in Somerset is available for offices, retail outlets, hospitality businesses and light industrial premises. Priced from £160 for an 8-yard skip. Regular swap schedules and monthly invoicing can be arranged to suit your site. Most commercial customers find an 8 or 12-yard skip sufficient.

Builders skip on a Horton and Broadway site

Builders skips

Heavy builders skips delivered across South West, built for construction site waste including bricks, hardcore, soil and plasterboard. Priced from £220 for a 12-yard skip. Most jobs use 8 or 12-yard skips; 20 to 40-yard RoRo containers are available for larger projects or long-term sites.

Wait-and-load

Where a permit or driveway isn't an option in Horton and Broadway, wait-and-load is the practical solution. The lorry arrives, the skip stays on the vehicle while you load it, then both leave together in a single visit.

Call for a no-obligation quote

Skip hire in Horton and Broadway without the form-filling. Call to speak to a team covering Horton and Broadway, with a quote typically confirmed in under two minutes.

0333 038 9870

Call for a no-obligation quote

Skip hire in Horton and Broadway without the form-filling. Call to speak to a team covering Horton and Broadway, with a quote typically confirmed in under two minutes.

0333 038 9870

From booking to collection in South West

Browse skip sizes

Step 01

Pick the right skip size

Ring 0333 038 9870 and explain the job. A 4-yard works for most garden and bathroom work in Horton and Broadway; step up to 8-12-yard for renovations; RoRo for full site clearances.

Step 02

Agree a delivery date

Choose when the skip arrives and when it gets collected. Next-day is standard across South West, and same-day is possible subject to route availability.

Step 03

Get a straight quote

The price you receive includes delivery, collection, the hire period and any permit fee required by Somerset Council. No forms to fill in, no chasing for a final figure.

Step 04

Confirm over the phone

One phone call closes the booking. Delivery address, access notes and any permit with Somerset Council are captured in the same call, ready for the drop date.

Step 05

Use the skip

Fill the skip over the hire window. Most bookings run 7 to 14 days; longer periods can be booked at the start or extended mid-project on a short call.

Step 06

Call for collection

Call 0333 038 9870 when you are ready and collection from your TA address is usually booked within 24 hours.

What skip hire in Horton and Broadway actually involves

The bulk of skip hire bookings in Horton and Broadway come from home renovations, one-off clearances, and trade or construction work. Getting the size right means weighing up waste type, site access, and how long the skip will be needed. A road permit is applied for on your behalf if the skip is going on a public road; private driveways do not require one. Use the size guide here or call and get a quote in 90 seconds.

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A skip on a residential street in Horton and Broadway

What's included in Horton and Broadway skip hire

Local coverage

From booking to collection, Horton and Broadway skip hire stays within Somerset. A local driver handles delivery, a local depot holds the skip, and waste goes to a local transfer station, keeping the paper trail short.

Typical delivery windows

Most Horton and Broadway skip hire bookings are delivered next-day; same-day delivery is often available when booked before 11am, subject to availability. Rural parts of the area may have narrower windows.

Transparent pricing

You get a complete price on the phone, covering delivery, hire, collection and VAT. A separate figure is given for any Somerset Council permit where the skip will sit on a public road.

Range of skip sizes

Six sizes from 2 to 12-yard handle most domestic and trade clearances. Where larger capacity is needed, RoRo skips from 20 to 40-yard, drop-door and lockable options can all be arranged on request.

Licensed waste handling

A valid waste carrier licence covers all collections, and a waste transfer note is produced for each booking in Somerset. Both documents are issued automatically to meet your duty of care.

Permits arranged for you

If your skip needs to go on a public road in Horton and Broadway, we apply for the Somerset Council permit when you book. Skips on private driveways need no permit.

Insurance as standard

Every waste carrier serving Horton and Broadway holds a minimum of £1m public liability insurance. Duty-of-care paperwork in the form of a waste transfer note is provided with each booking.

How is skip waste processed across Somerset?

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Sorting at a licensed transfer station

Every load collected in Horton and Broadway goes to a licensed transfer station in Somerset. Once tipped, materials are sorted into separate streams covering wood, metal, hardcore, plasterboard, clean plastics and mixed residue.

Compliance with waste regulations

We hold a waste carrier licence registered with the Environment Agency, covering all skip hire orders placed in Somerset. A waste transfer note is automatically produced at the time of booking, meeting your duty-of-care obligations under the Environmental Protection Act 1990.

Recycling and landfill

From Horton and Broadway, sorted skip waste travels to UK recycling facilities. Smelters handle metal, biomass plants take wood, and hardcore goes for aggregate re-use. Only genuinely non-recoverable residue is sent to landfill. Around 90% of UK skip waste is recycled or recovered (WRAP UK, 2023).

Waste from Horton and Broadway being sorted at a licensed transfer station

≈90%

of UK skip waste is recycled or recovered, according to industry data*

*WRAP UK, 2023.

Waste collected from Horton and Broadway being processed at a recycling transfer station

How is Horton and Broadway skip waste recycled?

Skip loads collected across South West are tipped at licensed transfer stations and divided by material type before being sent to specialist UK recyclers. Non-recoverable residue alone goes to landfill. A waste transfer note is raised with every booking to satisfy duty-of-care requirements. Hire periods are normally 7 to 14 days.

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Skip placed on a residential street in Horton and Broadway

Horton and Broadway skip hire, on the ground

Skip hire in Horton and Broadway covers everything from 2-yard mini skips for garden tidies through to 12-yard maxi skips for home extensions and RoRo containers for site clearances. Common jobs in Somerset include kitchen rip-outs, loft conversions, garden clearances and trade waste from building projects.