Skip Hire Prices Dorset 2026
Transparent, all-inclusive skip hire prices across Dorset. No hidden charges — all prices include VAT, delivery and collection.
Skip Hire Prices in Dorset 2026 — All Prices Include VAT
The Waste Group publishes all skip hire prices openly and upfront. Every price on this page includes VAT, delivery to your address and collection when you are done. There are no booking fees, no fuel surcharges and no surprises when the invoice arrives.
We price skip hire across three zones in Dorset based on delivery distance from our depot in Wareham. Find your postcode in the zone guide below, use the matching price table and you will know exactly what your skip will cost before you book.
All skips are hired for a standard 14 day period. If you need the skip for longer, we charge £30 per additional week. Call 01202 247716 if you need to extend your hire before the 14 days expires.
Which Zone Am I In?
Use the postcode guide below to find your zone before checking prices:
| Zone | Postcodes Covered | Areas Include |
|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | BH1–BH23, DT1–4, DT11 | Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, Dorchester, Blandford |
| Zone 2 | BH24, BH31, DT5, DT10 | Verwood, West Moors, Swanage, Sturminster Newton |
| Zone 3 | BH25, DT6, DT9 | New Milton, Bridport, Beaminster |
Zone 1 Skip Hire Prices — BH1–BH23, DT1–4, DT11
Zone 1 covers Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, Ferndown, Wimborne, Wareham, Dorchester, Blandford Forum and surrounding areas.
| Skip Size | General Waste | Inert Waste | Plasterboard |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Yard Skip | £306 | £222 | £330 |
| 6 Yard Skip | £360 | £258 | £390 |
| 8 Yard Skip | £420 | £282 | £486 |
| 12 Yard Skip | £582 | £612 | — |
| Plasterboard Bag | £144 | ||
Zone 2 Skip Hire Prices — BH24, BH31, DT5, DT10
Zone 2 covers Verwood, West Moors, St Leonards, Swanage, Corfe Castle, Sturminster Newton and surrounding areas.
| Skip Size | General Waste | Inert Waste | Plasterboard |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Yard Skip | £318 | £234 | £342 |
| 6 Yard Skip | £372 | £270 | £402 |
| 8 Yard Skip | £432 | £294 | £498 |
| 12 Yard Skip | £594 | £624 | — |
| Plasterboard Bag | £156 | ||
Zone 3 Skip Hire Prices — BH25, DT6, DT9
Zone 3 covers New Milton, Highcliffe, Bridport, Beaminster, Lyme Regis and surrounding areas.
| Skip Size | General Waste | Inert Waste | Plasterboard |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Yard Skip | £330 | £246 | £354 |
| 6 Yard Skip | £384 | £282 | £414 |
| 8 Yard Skip | £444 | £306 | £510 |
| 12 Yard Skip | £606 | £636 | — |
| Plasterboard Bag | £168 | ||
Not sure which zone you are in? Call 01202 247716 and we will confirm your postcode zone and give you an exact price before you book.
Skip Sizes — Which One Do I Need?
Choosing the right skip size before you book saves money and avoids the need for a second delivery. Here is a guide to every skip size we offer and the projects each one suits best:
| Skip Size | Capacity | Best For | Zone 1 Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Yard Skip | 30–40 bin bags | Small garden clearances, bathroom strip-outs, single room refurbishments | From £306 |
| 6 Yard Skip | 50–60 bin bags | Kitchen refits, loft clearances, garden landscaping, small renovation projects | From £360 |
| 8 Yard Skip | 60–80 bin bags | House clearances, extensions, larger renovation projects and building work | From £420 |
| 12 Yard Skip | 100–120 bin bags | Large house clearances, major renovations, commercial strip-outs and demolition | From £582 |
If you are unsure which size is right for your project, call 01202 247716 and we will advise. If you are on the fence between two sizes, it is almost always worth going one size up — the cost difference is small and it avoids needing a second skip.
Are There Any Extra Charges?
Our skip hire prices cover general waste as standard. The following items carry additional charges due to the specialist handling required. All extra charges are applied at collection and confirmed on your Waste Transfer Note.
| Item | Charge | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Car Tyres | £14.40 each | Per tyre |
| Car Tyres on Rims | £21.60 each | Per tyre |
| Lorry Tyres | £43.20 each | Per tyre |
| Single Mattress | £30.00 | Per item |
| Double Mattress | £36.00 | Per item |
| Fridge / Freezer | £36.00 | Per item |
| Gas Bottles / Fire Extinguishers | £48.00 | Per item |
| Bulky WEEE Items | £50.40 | Fridges, TVs, white goods |
| Small WEEE Items | £12.00 | Kettles, phones, keyboards |
| Plasterboard in General Skip | £180 cleaning fee + £144 per tonne | Book a plasterboard skip or bag instead |
| Hire Beyond 14 Days | £30 per week | Call before hire period expires to extend |
| Wasted Journey | Zone 1: £132 | Zone 2: £144 | Zone 3: £156 | Charged if skip cannot be placed on arrival |
If you have items you are not sure about, call 01202 247716 before booking and we will confirm whether any additional charges apply.
What About Plasterboard?
Plasterboard must be kept separate from general waste by law. If plasterboard is found in a general skip, a cleaning fee of £180 plus £144 per tonne will be applied. To avoid this, book a dedicated plasterboard skip or a plasterboard bag:
- Plasterboard bag — Zone 1: £144
- Plasterboard bag — Zone 2: £156
- Plasterboard bag — Zone 3: £168
Call 01202 247716 to add a plasterboard bag to your booking.
Do Skip Hire Prices Include a Road Permit?
Road permits are not included in the skip hire price. If your skip needs to be placed on a public road or pavement rather than a private driveway, a permit is required from Dorset Council or BCP Council.
We arrange road permits on your behalf across Dorset. Permit costs vary by location and duration and will be confirmed at the time of booking. If your skip can go on your driveway or private land, no permit is needed and there is no additional charge.
How Long Does the Skip Hire Price Include?
All skip hire prices in Dorset include a standard 14 day hire period. This is counted from the day of delivery. If you need the skip for longer, an extension charge of £30 per week applies. Call us before your 14 days expires and we will arrange an extension — skips are not automatically collected at 14 days without prior arrangement.
Skip Hire Prices Dorset — Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to hire a skip in Dorset?
Skip hire prices in Dorset start from £306 inc VAT for a 4 yard general waste skip in Zone 1. A 6 yard costs £360, an 8 yard costs £420 and a 12 yard costs £582. Prices vary slightly across Zone 2 and Zone 3 postcodes. All prices include VAT, delivery and collection. Call 01202 247716 for a confirmed quote for your postcode.
What is the cheapest skip size available in Dorset?
The cheapest skip we offer in Dorset is the 4 yard skip, starting from £306 inc VAT in Zone 1. This is suitable for small domestic clearances, garden waste and single room refurbishments. If you are unsure whether a 4 yard is large enough for your project, call 01202 247716 and we will advise.
Are skip hire prices the same across all of Dorset?
No — we price skip hire across three zones based on delivery distance from our Wareham depot. Zone 1 covers BH1–BH23, DT1–4 and DT11 and has the lowest prices. Zone 2 covers BH24, BH31, DT5 and DT10. Zone 3 covers BH25, DT6 and DT9. Zone 2 and Zone 3 prices are slightly higher to reflect the additional delivery distance.
Does the skip hire price include delivery and collection?
Yes — all skip hire prices published on this page include VAT, delivery to your address and collection when you are done. There are no booking fees or fuel surcharges. The only additional costs that may apply are for certain items such as tyres, mattresses or WEEE electrical items — see the extra charges table above for full details.
What happens if I keep the skip longer than 14 days?
All skip hire bookings include a standard 14 day hire period. If you need the skip for longer, an extension charge of £30 per week applies. Call 01202 247716 before your 14 day period expires and we will arrange an extension. Skips are not automatically collected at 14 days without prior arrangement.
Are there any extra charges I should know about?
Our skip hire prices cover general waste as standard. Additional charges apply for certain items including tyres (from £14.40 each), mattresses (£30–£36), fridge freezers (£36), gas bottles (£48), WEEE electrical items (from £12) and plasterboard found in a general skip (£180 cleaning fee plus £144 per tonne). A wasted journey charge applies if the skip cannot be placed on arrival. Call 01202 247716 if you have any questions about specific items before booking.
Why Are The Waste Group Skip Hire Prices Transparent?
Many skip hire companies — particularly national brokers — do not publish their prices online. You have to call, request a quote and wait. We think that wastes your time. Skip hire prices in Dorset should be simple, clear and available before you pick up the phone.
Every price on this page is a real price for a real skip delivered to your door. What you see is what you pay — no hidden charges, no fuel surcharges and no booking fees added at checkout.
Who Uses Skip Hire in Dorset?
Our skips are used every day across Dorset by a wide range of customers. The most common uses we see are:
- House clearances — clearing a full property ahead of a sale, probate or tenancy change. An 8 or 12 yard skip is usually the right choice.
- Home renovations — kitchens, bathrooms, extensions and loft conversions all generate significant waste. A 6 or 8 yard skip covers most domestic renovation projects.
- Garden clearances — soil, turf, branches, shrubs and hard landscaping waste. A 4 or 6 yard skip suits most garden projects.
- Building and construction — rubble, timber, insulation, plasterboard and mixed builders waste. We deliver to active construction sites across all Dorset postcodes.
- Moving house — clearing items you are not taking with you before or during a move. A 6 yard skip hired for the week of your move is one of the most cost-effective options.
- Commercial clearances — office clear-outs, retail refits and industrial waste removal. A 12 yard skip or RoRo container suits most commercial projects.
Skip Hire Prices Dorset — Book Today
To get a confirmed skip hire price for your Dorset postcode, call 01202 247716 or get an instant online quote. We deliver across the whole of Dorset, seven days a week, with same-day and next-day delivery available across most postcodes.
We are a directly operated skip hire company — we own our skips and employ our drivers. When you book with The Waste Group you deal with us directly. No brokers, no middlemen and no surprises.
Other Waste Services in Dorset
As well as skip hire, The Waste Group provides a full range of waste services across Dorset:
- Grab hire Dorset — for large volumes of loose material including soil, hardcore and green waste. No skip needed.
- RoRo skip hire Dorset — roll-on roll-off containers from 16 to 40 yards for commercial and large-scale projects.
- Asbestos disposal Dorset — licensed removal and disposal of asbestos-containing materials from residential and commercial properties.
See also: Skip Hire Dorset | Skip Hire Bournemouth | Skip Hire Poole | Skip Hire Dorchester | Skip Hire Weymouth
© Copyright 2025 The Waste Group Ltd, Registered in the UK No. 08520953
Registered office: 22 Ringwood Road, Longham, Ferndown, Dorset, England, BH22 9AN
We are a skip hire company that operates within the Dorset Area including Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, Ringwood, Weymouth & Dorchester
All prices are subject to VAT.