North Yorkshire bulky waste collection
Minimum charge of £37 for up to 2 items. Usually within three weeks of booking. Everything North Yorkshire will and will not take, the access rules, and how to book.
Checked 15 August 2026 against the official council site
Faster than the North Yorkshire queue
Don't want to wait? Can't lift to kerbside? WasteSpeed collect in your area on a scheduled day each week, from £199.
Council crews in North Yorkshire collect from the kerbside only. WasteSpeed's two-person crew carry from any room of the house, on a scheduled day each week, price fixed before we arrive.
Get your WasteSpeed dateWhat North Yorkshire collect
Will collect
- Beds
- Upholstered furniture (sofas, armchairs)
- Tables
- Mattresses
- Fridges and freezers
- Washing machines and tumble dryers
- Cookers and ovens
- Carpets, beanbags and cushions
Will not collect
- Asbestos
- Household waste bags
- Construction debris
- Garden waste
- Vehicle parts
- Hazardous chemicals
- Commercial waste
- Bathroom or kitchen fittings, doors, windows
- Pianos
- Radiators and boilers
Access rules and limitations
- Items must be accessible near the main road, not in garages, sheds, or obstructed locations
- Collections begin at 6am
Kerbside-only rules are the norm across the UK; crews are not insured to enter your home. If nobody can get your items outside, see your options when you can't lift it.
Charges in detail
Minimum charge of £37 for up to 2 items.
- Minimum charge £37 for up to 2 items
- Reduced rates may apply for residents receiving means-tested council tax reductions
Free route: Free disposal at Household Waste Recycling Centres (no free bulky waste collection)
Before paying for a fridge, sofa or anything reusable, check the free collection routes: charity reuse crews collect good furniture at no cost.
Book with North Yorkshire
North Yorkshire Council
Official links
North Yorkshire bulky waste FAQ
How much does bulky waste collection cost in North Yorkshire?
Minimum charge of £37 for up to 2 items. Minimum charge £37 for up to 2 items. Reduced rates may apply for residents receiving means-tested council tax reductions. Free disposal at Household Waste Recycling Centres (no free bulky waste collection)
What bulky items will North Yorkshire collect?
Beds, Upholstered furniture (sofas, armchairs), Tables, Mattresses, Fridges and freezers, Washing machines and tumble dryers, Cookers and ovens, Carpets, beanbags and cushions.
What won't North Yorkshire take?
Asbestos, Household waste bags, Construction debris, Garden waste, Vehicle parts, Hazardous chemicals, Commercial waste, Bathroom or kitchen fittings, doors, windows, Pianos, Radiators and boilers.
How long is the wait for a collection in North Yorkshire?
Usually within three weeks of booking. Slots move with demand, so the booking page shows the real next date.
What if I can't carry items to the kerb in North Yorkshire?
Most council crews will not enter your home. If you cannot wait or cannot lift, WasteSpeed run a private collection from any room of the house in your area, from £199.
Nearby councils
Provenance. Checked 15 August 2026 against northyorks.gov.uk. Charges and rules change; the council's own page is always the final word. Spotted something out of date? Tell us and we will fix it within the week.