Garage clearance in Bolton
Clearing out a garage in Bolton? Here's what the council will take, checked against Bolton Council and Recycle for Greater Manchester pages on 31 October 2026.
- The bulky collection takes bikes, ladders up to 8ft, electric mowers and small workbenches
- It will not take petrol mowers, gas cylinders, liquids or hazardous waste
- Small electricals such as power tools are limited to four in total
- Bags of mixed items are not collected
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What the council takes
Bolton's council bulky collection list includes bikes, exercise bikes, ladders up to eight foot, step ladders, small free-standing workbenches, electric lawnmowers and strimmers, pressure washers and power tools (small electricals are limited to four). It is £41 for up to five items.
What it will not take
- Petrol lawnmowers
- Gas cylinders and canisters
- Liquids or hazardous waste
- Bags of miscellaneous items and bags of household waste
- Wooden pallets
- Builder waste
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Get free quotesThe tips
Tyres are accepted at Bolton tips, and so is rubble up to five sacks a visit from your own DIY. A van needs a free van permit. See Bolton tips.
Rough costs
| Load | Rough private price |
|---|---|
| Small load (a few bags and items) | £60 to £100 |
| Half a van | £150 to £250 |
| Full van | £250 to £400 or more |
A packed single garage is often half a van or more.