Cardiff tip guide
Can't get a Cardiff tip slot? What to do
Booked up at the Cardiff tips? Here are your options, checked against Cardiff Council pages on 30 October 2026.
Quick answer
- You cannot walk or cycle in to a Cardiff tip, so a slot is essential
- Try the other tip and a different day
- A van or trailer visit is limited to one a month
- Use a bulky collection or a licensed company if no slot suits
- Never dump items outside a tip
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Things to try
- Check the other tip. Lamby Way and Bessemer Close are both open every day: see Cardiff tips
- Look at other days and times on the booking page
- Check again later, since people cancel and slots open
- Ring 029 2087 2087 if the website will not let you book
- Check your yearly count: you can book up to 26 visits, and a van or trailer visit counts against a one-a-month limit
Other ways to get rid of it
| Route | Good for | Cost on the pages we checked |
|---|---|---|
| The council bulky collection | Large items collected from your home | £15 for 1 to 2 items, £30 for 3 to 4, £45 for 5 to 6, plus £5 booking fee |
| Licensed rubbish removal | A van load or a mix of things | About £60 to £100 for a small load as a UK guide |
| Single item removal | One awkward item | Often £35 to £80 |
What not to do
Do not leave items outside the tip or on the street. Waste traced to you can bring a fine: see fly-tipping and your duty of care.
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