Skip hire in
North Shields
3 firms listed · postcodes NE29 · Tyne And Wear
Skip hire companies in North Shields
Mainline Skip Hire
Waterville Road, North Shields, NE29 6UA
Mainline Skip Hire is a skip hire company serving North Shields and the wider Tyne And Wear area.
Skip Hire LTD (Formally CSM Skip Hire)
North Shields, NE29 6TH
C S M
36 Otterburn Road, North Shields, NE29 9BJ
Skip hire prices in North Shields
| Skip size | Capacity | Typical price in North Shields |
|---|---|---|
| Mini skip | 2–3 yd³ | £60 – £120 |
| Midi skip | 4–5 yd³ | £90 – £180 |
| Builder's skip | 6–8 yd³ | £130 – £250 |
| Large skip | 10–12 yd³ | £220 – £380 |
Typical prices paid in the North 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 North Shields 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 North Shields
Mini skip hire in North Shields (2–3 yards)
£60–£120. 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 North Shields (midi)
£90–£180. A domestic favourite; some North Shields 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 North Shields
£130–£250. 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 North Shields (large)
£220–£380. 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 North Shields
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.
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Hiring a skip in North Shields: what to know
Prices in North Shields 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 North Shields?
Typical prices in North Shields (the North of England): mini skip £60–£120, midi £90–£180, builder's skip £130–£250, large £220–£380, including delivery, collection and VAT. Compare two or three local quotes — prices vary between firms.
Do I need a permit for a skip in North Shields?
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 North Shields?
3 skip hire companies are listed for North Shields. Local independents are often cheaper than national brokers because there's no middleman fee.
What size skip do I need in North Shields?
A 4 yard midi skip (£90–£180 in North Shields) covers a bathroom or small clearout; a 6–8 yard builder's skip (£130–£250) covers a full room, kitchen rip-out or garden job; a 12 yard skip (£220–£380) suits house clearances and light bulky waste. Bigger 14–40 yard roll-on roll-off skips are quoted per job.