Skip hire in
Bedford
8 firms listed · 4 verified trading · postcodes MK42–SG17 · Bedfordshire
Skip hire companies in Bedford
Saxon SkipsLicensed carrier
Unit 5, Twinwoods Business Park, Bedford, MK44 1FD
Paul Riches SkipsLicensed carrier
Kempston Court Manor Road, Bedford, MK43 9NT
Paul Riches Skips is a skip hire company serving Bedford and the wider Bedfordshire area. Registered waste carrier (licence CBDU84506). Trading as a registered company since 1998.
T R Skip HireLicensed carrier
Unit 3 Cauldwell Court, Bedford, MK42 9DT
T R Skip Hire is a skip hire company serving Bedford and the wider Bedfordshire area. Registered waste carrier (licence CBDU84547). Trading as a registered company since 2003.
Herts and beds skipsVerified 2026
Bedford, SG17 5AE
A5 Skips
137 Clophill Road, Bedford, MK45 2UT
Abss Skip Hire
Unit 4a Cauldwell Court, Bedford, MK42 9DT
Barford Mini Skips
1 Maltings Way, Bedford, MK44 3LA
Miltonkeynesskiphire.com
48 Loring Road Mk44 1jz, Bedford, MK44 1JZ
Skip hire prices in Bedford
| Skip size | Capacity | Typical price in Bedford |
|---|---|---|
| Mini skip | 2–3 yd³ | £75 – £150 |
| Midi skip | 4–5 yd³ | £110 – £220 |
| Builder's skip | 6–8 yd³ | £160 – £300 |
| Large skip | 10–12 yd³ | £250 – £430 |
Typical prices paid in the East of England, including delivery, collection, disposal and VAT. A council permit (£15–£60) applies if the skip sits on a public road. Last reviewed July 2026 — see the full price guide.
Cheap skip hire in Bedford usually means a local independent, the right size skip first time, and keeping it off the road so no permit fee applies. Get two or three of the firms above to quote — like-for-like, same size, same hire length — or let them come to you.
Skip sizes in Bedford
Mini skip hire in Bedford (2–3 yards)
£75–£150. Sometimes sold as a 2-tonne skip. Fits on most driveways and takes roughly 20–35 bin bags — right for a small bathroom refit or garden tidy. Full details on this size.
4 yard skip hire in Bedford (midi)
£110–£220. A domestic favourite; some Bedford firms list it as a 4-tonne or midi skip. Takes about 30–40 bin bags — a bathroom, small kitchen or decluttering a couple of rooms. Full details on this size.
6–8 yard builder's skip hire in Bedford
£160–£300. The standard builder's skip. Handles a full kitchen rip-out, a room renovation including some rubble, or serious garden landscaping. If in doubt between two sizes, take this one — a second skip costs far more than the next size up. Full details on this size.
10–12 yard skip hire in Bedford (large)
£250–£430. For house clearances and bulky-but-light waste (furniture, wood, packaging). Most firms won't take heavy rubble or soil in a 12 yard skip — weight limits apply. Full details on this size.
14–40 yard RoRo skip hire in Bedford
14, 16, 20 and 40 yard roll-on roll-off containers are for commercial sites and full strip-outs, priced per job. The larger firms listed above quote these on request — mention access and what's going in. Full RoRo guide.
By postcode district
Hiring a skip in Bedford: what to know
Prices in Bedford depend on skip size, hire length and where the skip will sit. A 4-yard midi covers a bathroom refit; a 6–8 yard builder's skip covers a full room or garden landscaping. If the skip goes on the road instead of a driveway, the council charges a permit fee — the skip firm normally arranges it. Check what's allowed in a skip before you book, then call two or three firms above for like-for-like quotes.
Common questions
How much does skip hire cost in Bedford?
Typical prices in Bedford (the East of England): mini skip £75–£150, midi £110–£220, builder's skip £160–£300, large £250–£430, including delivery, collection and VAT. Compare two or three local quotes — prices vary between firms.
Do I need a permit for a skip in Bedford?
Only if the skip sits on a public road or pavement — the council charges a permit fee (typically £15–£60), which your skip company will normally arrange. On a private driveway no permit is needed.
Who delivers skips in Bedford?
8 skip hire companies are listed for Bedford, 4 verified as currently trading. Local independents are often cheaper than national brokers because there's no middleman fee.
What size skip do I need in Bedford?
A 4 yard midi skip (£110–£220 in Bedford) covers a bathroom or small clearout; a 6–8 yard builder's skip (£160–£300) covers a full room, kitchen rip-out or garden job; a 12 yard skip (£250–£430) suits house clearances and light bulky waste. Bigger 14–40 yard roll-on roll-off skips are quoted per job.