Skip hire across the UK

Local skip hire, done properly.

Same-day delivery available, price confirmed before you book, and permits handled for you. Find skip hire in your area and get a quote today.

  • Same daydelivery available*
  • No hiddenextra charges
  • Permitshandled for you
  • Licensedwaste carrier

*Same-day delivery is subject to availability.

How it works

Skip hire without the headache

Three steps from enquiry to collected skip.

  1. 1

    Get a quote

    Call us or fill in the form with your location, skip size, and preferred delivery date. We confirm your price and delivery slot quickly, usually within the hour. Same-day delivery is available on most orders placed before 11am, subject to availability.

  2. 2

    We sort everything

    If your skip needs to go on the road, we apply to your local council for the skip permit. No forms, no chasing on your end. Permit costs are quoted upfront and vary by council. We know the lead times for every council in our coverage area, so there are no surprises.

  3. 3

    Fill it, we collect

    We deliver when agreed and collect once you're done. Standard hire is 14 days, which is enough for most projects. Extensions are available if you need more time. We contact you before collection to confirm, and our drivers are experienced with tight access and awkward spots.

Why Skyward

A skip hire booking service that does the work for you

One quote, one process, with the permits and delivery coordination handled behind the scenes.

  • Honest pricing

    The price we quote is the price you pay. We confirm your total upfront, including skip hire, delivery, collection, and the permit fee where one is needed. No charges added on collection day, no fuel surcharges, no small print.

  • Permits arranged on your behalf

    If your skip needs to sit on a public road, we arrange the council permit application on your behalf. Permit costs vary by council, from around £15 in some North East boroughs to over £100 in parts of the South West, with lead times of 1 to 12 working days. The fee is confirmed in your quote upfront.

  • Same-day delivery available*

    Order before 11am and we can usually deliver the same day, subject to availability. We confirm your delivery slot when you book and the supplier contacts you when the driver is on the way. If same-day is not available we offer the next earliest slot.

  • Local knowledge

    Behind the scenes we maintain detailed knowledge of every council we work with, including their permit fees, lead times, placement rules and seasonal restrictions. You see one quote and one process. The local detail is handled for you.

Skip sizes

Not sure which size you need?

Four sizes to suit everything from a garage clear-out to a full building site.

  • Mini skip illustration
    2yard

    Mini skip

    Small clear-outs, garden waste, single room renovations.

    • Loft or garage clear-out
    • Garden waste
    • Single room renovation
    • Small DIY projects
  • Midi skip illustration
    4yard

    Midi skip

    Kitchen or bathroom renovations, medium garden jobs.

    • Kitchen or bathroom renovation
    • Medium garden clearance
    • House clear-out
    • Flooring or plastering waste
  • Builders skip illustration
    6yard

    Builders skip

    Building projects, large clear-outs, trade use.

    • Building and construction
    • Large clear-outs
    • Trade and commercial use
    • Mixed rubble and waste
  • Large skip illustration
    8yard

    Large skip

    Heavier mixed waste, multi-room renovations, bigger trade jobs.

    • Larger building projects
    • Multi-room renovations
    • Substantial trade jobs
    • Mixed rubble and bulky waste
  • Maxi skip illustration
    12yard

    Maxi skip

    Full house clearances, large commercial projects.

    • Full house clearance
    • Large commercial projects
    • Major construction or demolition
    • Multiple room renovation
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Where we operate

Skip hire across the UK

We cover towns, cities, and surrounding areas across the UK. Each location is served by a local team with knowledge of the area, its councils, and its permit requirements. Use the search above or browse our covered areas below. The pages below are our in-depth local guides; we deliver across the UK, so if your area is not listed, get in touch and we will confirm coverage and pricing.

North West

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Common questions

Everything you need to know about skip hire

Do I need a permit for a skip?

You need a permit if the skip will be placed on a public road or pavement, anywhere outside your property boundary. If the skip fits on your driveway or private land, no permit is required. Permit costs vary by council, from around £15 in some North East boroughs to over £100 in parts of the South West, with lead times of 1 to 12 working days depending on the council. We arrange the application on your behalf as part of the booking. See our skip permits guide for the full breakdown.

How quickly can you deliver a skip?

Same-day delivery is available across most of our areas for orders placed before 11am, subject to availability. For orders placed after 11am, we will typically deliver the following morning. When you get a quote, we confirm the earliest available delivery slot for your specific location. If you have a deadline, let us know and we will work around it.

What can I put in a skip?

Most general waste is fine: household rubbish, garden waste, soil, rubble, timber, plasterboard, furniture, and construction materials. What you cannot put in a skip includes asbestos, tyres, batteries, paint tins, gas canisters, fluorescent tubes, and any hazardous or clinical waste. These require specialist disposal. See our what can go in a skip guide for the full list and the rules behind each restriction.

How long can I keep the skip?

Standard hire is 14 days, which is enough for most domestic and trade jobs. If you need more time, extensions are available. Just let us know before the end of your hire period and we will arrange it. Collection is booked for a specific date when you order, but we will always contact you beforehand to confirm you are ready.

Which skip size do I need?

For a single-room clearout or small garden job, a 2 yard mini skip is usually enough. A 4 yard midi skip suits kitchen or bathroom renovations. A 6 yard builders skip is the most popular size for general construction and trade use. An 8 yard large skip steps up where a 6 yard would need swapping mid-job, and a 12 yard maxi skip is for full house clearances or large commercial projects. See our skip sizes guide for dimensions, prices and what fits.

Get in touch

Get a quote

Not sure on size or location? Just get in touch and we'll point you in the right direction.

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