United Kingdom
Bulk Trash & Large-Item Pickup in London
Confirm when large items are collected, what needs an appointment, and how to prepare your pickup.
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London bulky waste collection is handled by individual borough councils. GOV.UK routes residents to the correct large-item collection service by postcode. Fees, accepted items, and collection days vary, so check your borough before putting furniture, mattresses, appliances, or electrical items outside.
Service type
Book through your London borough or use the GOV.UK postcode finder; collection days, lead times, and item limits vary by borough.
Limits
Fees: Most councils charge a fee for large-item collections; exact prices vary by borough and item type. Use the postcode finder to reach the correct council booking page.
Illegal dumping
Report abandoned piles or improper dumping immediately.
Always confirm with the latest official notices or municipal postings before making plans.
What to put at the curb
- Accepted items
- Large household furniture such as sofas, tables, wardrobes, and mattresses where accepted by the borough, Large appliances such as fridges, freezers, cookers, and washing machines where accepted by the borough, Electrical items such as televisions or monitors where accepted by the borough, Reusable items that may be donated or collected by charity before booking disposal
- Not accepted
- Business or trade waste, Building, renovation, rubble, soil, plasterboard, or contractor waste unless the borough specifically accepts it, Hazardous waste such as asbestos, chemicals, paint, gas bottles, or pressurised containers, Items left on the pavement or public highway before the permitted set-out time
- Holiday shifts
- Holiday and bank-holiday changes are borough-specific; confirm on the council booking page when arranging collection.
Official service info
Source: Apply for special collection of large waste items - GOV.UK
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Pickup request template
Appointment request email
Hello Public Works, I'd like to arrange a bulk trash pickup at my address in London, England. Your service is listed as "mixed" with this schedule: Book through your London borough or use the GOV.UK postcode finder; collection days, lead times, and item limits vary by borough.. Accepted items: Large household furniture such as sofas, tables, wardrobes, and mattresses where accepted by the borough, Large appliances such as fridges, freezers, cookers, and washing machines where accepted by the borough, Electrical items such as televisions or monitors where accepted by the borough, Reusable items that may be donated or collected by charity before booking disposal. Not accepted: Business or trade waste, Building, renovation, rubble, soil, plasterboard, or contractor waste unless the borough specifically accepts it, Hazardous waste such as asbestos, chemicals, paint, gas bottles, or pressurised containers, Items left on the pavement or public highway before the permitted set-out time. Please confirm the next available pickup window and any paperwork needed. Reference: https://www.cityrules.info/bulk-trash/united-kingdom/england/london
Frequently asked questions
Answers are summarized from the city bylaw for quick reference. For the full context, follow the official links below.