Skip Hire in Dorset — Prices From £306 inc VAT
The Waste Group provides skip hire in Dorset for homeowners, builders, landlords and businesses from Bournemouth and Poole in the east to Bridport and Lyme Regis in the west. Whether you are clearing a house in Dorchester, renovating a property in Wimborne, managing a groundworks project in Ferndown or running a commercial strip-out in Weymouth, our skip fleet delivers fast and reliably across every Dorset postcode.
We are a directly operated skip hire company — we own our skips and employ our drivers. There are no brokers, no middlemen and no subcontractors involved in your booking. When you call us you speak to our team directly. We have been providing skip hire across Dorset since 2007 and know the area, the roads and the local authority requirements better than any national operator.
Skip Hire Prices in Dorset
We price skip hire across three zones in Dorset based on delivery distance from our Wareham depot. Find your postcode in the zone guide below and use the matching price table for your area. All prices include VAT and a 14 day hire period.
Zone 1 — BH1–BH23, DT1–4, DT11 (Bournemouth, Poole, Dorchester 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 | — |
Zone 2 — BH24, BH31, DT5, DT10 (Verwood, West Moors, Swanage, Blandford area)
| 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 | — |
Zone 3 — BH25, DT6, DT9 (New Milton, Bridport, Beaminster area)
| 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 | — |
All skip hire Dorset prices include VAT and a 14 day hire period. Skips are available with enclosed sides, crane-tested or drop-down door options at a small surcharge. Call 01202 247716 for a confirmed price for your specific requirements.
Which Skip Size Do I Need in Dorset?
Choosing the right skip size saves money and avoids the need for a second delivery. Here is a quick guide for the most common skip hire Dorset projects:
- 4 Yard Skip — ideal for small domestic clearances, bathroom or kitchen strip-outs, garden tidying and single room refurbishments. Fits approximately 30–40 bin bags of waste.
- 6 Yard Skip — the most popular domestic choice for skip hire in Dorset. Suitable for house clearances, loft conversions, small renovation projects and garden landscaping. Fits approximately 50–60 bin bags.
- 8 Yard Skip — suited to larger renovation projects, extensions and significant garden clearances. A good choice for property renovations across Dorchester, Weymouth and Wimborne.
- 12 Yard Skip — designed for builders, trade customers and large commercial clearances. Ideal for major renovation or demolition projects across Dorset’s towns and commercial areas.
If you are unsure which size is right for your project, call 01202 247716 and we will advise.
What Can Go in a Skip in Dorset?
Accepted waste types:
- General household waste and furniture
- Garden waste — soil, turf, branches and shrubs
- Construction and demolition waste — bricks, concrete, timber
- Inert waste — clean hardcore, rubble and aggregates
- Plasterboard — segregated skips only
- Wood and timber
- Metal and scrap
Not accepted:
- Asbestos — contact us separately for licensed asbestos disposal
- Hazardous chemicals, paints and solvents
- Clinical or medical waste
- Gas bottles and pressurised containers
- Electrical items — WEEE charges apply, call for details
- Car tyres — charges apply
- Liquid waste of any kind
For a full guide on what can and cannot go in a skip, visit our skip waste guide.
Do I Need a Skip Permit in Dorset?
You do not need a permit if your skip is placed entirely on private land — a driveway, garden or private car park. A permit is required from Dorset Council or BCP Council if any part of the skip is placed on a public road or pavement.
We can arrange a skip permit on your behalf for road placements across Dorset. Call 01202 247716 and we will handle the permit application as part of your booking. Permit costs vary depending on location and duration — we will confirm the cost at the time of booking.
Skip Hire Areas Across Dorset
We deliver skips to all major towns and surrounding villages across Dorset, including:
- Bournemouth — BH1–BH11
- Poole — BH12–BH17
- Christchurch — BH23
- Ferndown — BH22
- Wimborne — BH21
- Wareham — BH20
- Dorchester — DT1–DT2
- Weymouth — DT3–DT4
- Blandford Forum — DT11
- Bridport — DT6
- Lyme Regis — DT7
- Beaminster — DT8
- Portland — DT5
- Sturminster Newton — DT10
Call 01202 247716 to confirm availability for your specific address.
Skip Hire Dorset — Frequently Asked Questions
Skip hire in Dorset starts 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 and a 14 day hire period. Call 01202 247716 for a confirmed quote.
We cover the whole of Dorset including Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, Ferndown, Wimborne, Wareham, Swanage, Dorchester, Weymouth, Blandford Forum, Bridport, Lyme Regis, Beaminster, Portland, Shaftesbury and all surrounding villages. Call 01202 247716 to confirm availability for your postcode.
No permit is needed if your skip is placed on private land such as a driveway or garden. A Dorset Council or BCP Council permit is required if any part of the skip is placed on a public road or pavement. We can arrange the permit on your behalf as part of your booking — call 01202 247716 for details.
Our standard skip hire period is 14 days. If you need the skip for longer, an extension charge of £30 per week applies. Call 01202 247716 before your hire period expires and we will arrange an extension.
We price skip hire across three zones based on delivery distance from our Wareham depot. Zone 1 covers BH1–BH23, DT1–4 and DT11. Zone 2 covers BH24, BH31, DT5 and DT10. Zone 3 covers BH25, DT6 and DT9. Zone 1 prices are the lowest, with Zone 2 and Zone 3 slightly higher to reflect the additional delivery distance.
For a full house clearance in Dorset we recommend a 6 or 8 yard skip. A 6 yard fits approximately 50–60 bin bags and suits most standard house clearances. An 8 yard gives extra capacity for larger properties or when furniture and bulky items are included. Call 01202 247716 and we will advise on the best size for your specific clearance.
Skip Hire Coverage — Dorset
Who Uses Skip Hire in Dorset
Skip hire in Dorset is used every day by a wide range of customers across the county — from homeowners and landlords to builders, developers and commercial operators. Here are the most common users:
- Homeowners clearing houses, garages, lofts and gardens across all Dorset towns including Bournemouth, Poole, Dorchester, Weymouth and Wimborne
- Builders and contractors on residential renovation, extension and new build projects throughout the BH and DT postcode areas
- Landlords and letting agents clearing rental properties between tenancies across Dorset’s busy rental market
- Driveway and landscaping contractors removing excavated soil and hardcore from residential projects across the county
- Commercial businesses across Dorset’s industrial and retail areas with ongoing waste removal needs
- Property developers clearing sites ahead of new build programmes across Bournemouth, Poole and the wider Dorset area
- Farmers and rural landowners managing agricultural waste and clearance projects across the Dorset countryside
Why Choose The Waste Group for Skip Hire in Dorset
There are many skip hire Dorset companies to choose from — here is why thousands of customers choose The Waste Group every year:
- Direct operator — no brokers: We own our skips and employ our drivers. You deal with us directly — no middlemen, no subcontracting, no surprises.
- Established since 2007: Nearly two decades providing skip hire across Dorset. We know every postcode, every road and every local authority requirement across the BH and DT areas.
- Transparent pricing: All skip hire Dorset prices are published openly — 4 yard from £306, 6 yard from £360, 8 yard from £420 inc VAT. No hidden charges.
- Same day and next day delivery: Fast delivery available across Dorset — call before 3pm for next day delivery in most areas.
- Permit handling: We arrange Dorset Council and BCP Council skip permits for road placements on your behalf.
- 14 day hire period: Standard 14 day hire included in all prices — longer periods available on request.
- Licensed waste carrier: The Waste Group is a licensed waste carrier registered with the Environment Agency. Waste Transfer Notes provided on every collection.
Other Waste Services Across Dorset
As well as skip hire in Dorset, The Waste Group offers a full range of waste services across the county:
- Grab hire Dorset — ideal for large volumes of loose material such as soil, hardcore, mixed rubble and green waste. Our grab lorries can load and remove material in a single visit without the need for a skip.
- RoRo skip hire Dorset — roll-on roll-off containers in 16, 20, 30 and 40 yard sizes for commercial, demolition and large-scale construction projects.
- Asbestos disposal Dorset — safe, licensed removal and disposal of asbestos-containing materials from residential and commercial properties across Dorset.
Book Your Skip Hire in Dorset Today
To book skip hire in Dorset, call 01202 247716. You can also get an instant online quote — choose your skip size, enter your postcode and book in minutes.
See also: Skip Hire Bournemouth | Skip Hire Poole | Grab Hire Dorset | RoRo Hire Dorset | Asbestos Disposal Dorset