How to use a Tidy Tip

Tip rules and vehicle restrictions, who tips are for and who has to pay, what you can and cannot take there, tip permits.

Tidy Tip rules and vehicle restrictions

There are certain rules to be aware of when you use a Tidy Tip:

you cannot enter by foot or by bicycle
children and animals must remain in vehicles at all times
you must sort your waste beforehand
you must wear sensible closed-toe shoes
ask a member of staff what to do with an item if you are are not sure
you must remove your own waste from your vehicle or trailer – staff are not able to help
if you need help or have questions, speak to a member of staff when you arrive
leaving waste outside the gates of any tip is illegal and you will be prosecuted for fly tipping
intimidating, threatening or abusive behaviour towards staff or other site users is not tolerated

If we suspect that you are bringing in more than just your own household waste, we:

can refuse you access to the tip (if we suspect you are trying to bring in commercial waste)
may ask you to complete a declaration form confirming that you generated the waste and that it comes from your own household – permission to deposit the waste may be refused if you do not sign the declaration
reserve the right to make further enquiries regarding the source of the waste, followed up by a visit by council officers

You can enter the tip if you're using a family car.

You cannot enter our tips if you are driving a vehicle:

If you are driving a hire vehicle, you must show a copy of the hire agreement and proof of your address to the site operative.

You need a tip permit if you are driving a: