Towens Blog Your complete guide to skip hire in Taunton: Rates, permits, and lead times
February 3, 2026|News
Key findings
- Skip hire in Taunton is straightforward – with five skip sizes available from Towens, (2YD to 12YD), you can find the perfect skip for garden waste, building waste or general household clearances
- Fast turnaround times – we aim to deliver skips within 24 hours of booking across Taunton and surrounding Somerset areas, with next day delivery often available
- Permits sorted for you – if your skip needs to sit on a public highway, we’ll arrange the permit (costing between £100-£120) which usually takes 5-7 working days
- Standard two-week hire period – our skip hire duration gives you plenty of time to complete your project without feeling rushed
- Sustainability at the core – 92% of waste processed through our facilities is recycled, reused or recovered, with only 8% going to landfill
Whether you’re tackling a garden overhaul in Vivary Park’s shadow, clearing out your garage looking over at the beautiful Blackdowns, or managing building waste from a kitchen renovation in Bishop’s Hull, skip hire doesn’t need to be complicated. At Towens, we’ve been providing smart and sustainable waste management solutions across Somerset for over 25 years.
From mini 2YD skips perfect for lighter materials to our largest skip sizes for major renovations, we offer a wide range of skip sizes to suit every project. With our simple online booking system and local expertise in navigating Taunton’s streets, getting the right skip size delivered to your postcode has never been easier.
Hiring a skip in Taunton is simple when you know your waste type and volume. This helps you choose the perfect skip size, saving you money and hassle.
How do I hire a skip?
Our skip sizes available in Taunton:
- 2YD Skip – Holds 10-15 black bin bags. Ideal for small garden waste projects or minor clearances
- 4YD Skip – Holds 25-30 black bin bags. Perfect for bathroom refits and landscaping
- 6YD Skip – Holds 30-40 black bin bags. Great for extensive renovations and larger garden clearances
- 8YD Skip – Holds 50-60 black bin bags. Suited to bigger construction projects
- 12YD Skip – Holds 90-100 black bin bags. Our largest skip for major home demolitions
Materials we accept: Wood (not heavily treated), sand, stone, soil, rubble, paper, cardboard, packaging, plastic, metals and general waste.
Materials NOT permitted: Electrical items, plasterboard, asbestos, batteries, tyres, paint tins, food waste, mattresses and upholstered furniture.
Unsure about any items? Call us today on 01934 424242.
Booking your skip is quick:
- Enter your Taunton postcode for local skip hire prices
- Select the type of skip that suits your waste type
- Confirm whether you’ll need a skip permit
Can’t find what you need online? Email us at skips@towens.co.uk or fill out our online form.
What are the typical lead times?
We aim to deliver skips within 24 hours of booking across Taunton, Creech St Michael, West Monkton, Norton Fitzwarren and wider Somerset. We recommend giving us a day’s notice, but we can often arrange same day delivery if you call early.
Will I need a permit?
If you have easy access to your driveway or private land, you won’t need one. But if your skip needs to sit on a public highway, even partially, you’ll require a permit from Taunton Town Council.
The permit typically costs between £100 and £120, and takes 5-7 working days to obtain. We’ll arrange the skip permit for you as part of the booking process, so you won’t need to worry about paperwork.
How much does skip hire cost in Taunton?
Skip hire costs vary depending on the size of the skip, what you’re putting in it and your location within Taunton. Call us on 01934 424242 for a free, no-obligation quote that reflects your exact requirements. We pride ourselves on competitive pricing and transparency, with no hidden fees.
How long can I hire a skip for?
Our standard skip hire duration is two weeks, giving you plenty of time to complete your project. When you’re ready for collection, simply call us. Need it for longer? Let us know, we’re flexible.
Where does my skip waste go?
This is where Towens really stands apart from other skip hire services in Somerset. Once we collect your skip, it heads to our transfer station where waste is carefully sorted. Hardcore and soil become recycled aggregates, topsoil and subsoils that go back into construction projects across Somerset.
Mixed waste goes through sophisticated sorting, machine-processed, hand-picked and magnetically sorted to separate different waste streams. Metals, plastics, paper and wood all get sent to specialist recycling facilities.
92% of waste processed through our facilities is either recycled, reused or recovered. Only 8% ends up in landfill. When you choose Towens for skip hire in Taunton, you’re actively contributing to a more sustainable Somerset.
Who are Towens?
We’re a family-owned waste management business with over 30 years of experience serving Somerset and the South-West. Based in Weston-super-Mare with depots across the region, we handle well over a million tonnes of waste and recycled aggregates every year.
Our fleet of over 40 tippers, artics and skip lorries, combined with four recycling facilities, means we respond quickly while processing waste sustainably. We work with everyone from nuclear power plants to local homeowners in Taunton.
Ready to book your skip?
Skip hire in Taunton doesn’t need to be stressful. With our variety of skip sizes, rapid delivery times, transparent pricing and industry-leading recycling rates, Towens makes waste management simple for homeowners across Somerset.
Get in touch today:
- Call us: 01934 424242
- Email us: skips@towens.co.uk
- Book online: Use our simple three-step booking tool
We’re ready to help you find the perfect skip for your project, and to make sure your waste gets dealt with in the most sustainable way possible.
