Skip Sizes
40 Yard Skip Hire in Berkshire
The 40-yard Roll on, Roll off (RORO) skip From £POA + VAT is the largest waste container available. Ideal for large-scale commercial sites, factories, and demolition projects
✓ Maximum capacity
✓ Holds up to 440+ bin bags
✓ Perfect for very high-volume waste
Dimensions and Capacity
40 Yard Skip From £POA + VAT
Length
6.1 metres
Width
2.4 metres
Height
2.4 metres
Capacity
440+ Bin Bags
The 40-yard RORO is designed for enormous amounts of commercial or industrial waste, offering unmatched capacity for bulk disposal.
It is the go-to choice for high-output construction sites, warehouse clearances, and large retail or industrial strip-outs.
This container requires significant access space for safe delivery and collection, including level ground and clear vehicle manoeuvring room.
What Can Go In a 40 Yard Skip?
Before you fill your skip, it’s important to know what materials are allowed and what must be kept out for safety and recycling reasons.
At LB Waste Skip Hire, we make disposal simple, most everyday materials from home or garden projects are fine, but a few restricted items must be handled separately.
Check the lists below to see what can and can’t go in your skip.
- Household waste and general rubbish
- Garden soil, leaves, branches and turf
- Wood, timber, doors and furniture
- Bricks, concrete, tiles and ceramics
- Scrap metal & mixed building materials
- Household waste and general rubbish
- Paint, solvents or chemicals
- Batteries or electrical appliances
- Gas bottles or pressurised containers
- Plasterboard in bulk loads
- Asbestos or hazardous materials
- Tyres, liquids or medical waste
Skip Delivery
Skip Permits
Skip permits are required when a skip is placed on a public road or highway. LB Waste can arrange the permit directly to make your hire completely hassle free. Below are the current indicative charges for areas covered by councils across Berkshire.
| Area | Council | Days Notice | Permit Duration | Cost (ex. VAT) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bracknell Forest | Bracknell Forest Council | 3–5 | 2 weeks | £100.00 |
| Reading | Reading Borough Council | 3–5 | 2 weeks | £95.50 |
| Slough | Slough Borough Council | 3–5 | 2 weeks | £100.00 |
| West Berkshire (Newbury etc.) | West Berkshire Council | 3–5 | 2 weeks | £100.00 |
| Windsor & Maidenhead | Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead Council | 3–5 | 2 weeks | £125.00 |
| Wokingham | Wokingham Borough Council | 3–5 | 2 weeks | £73.70 |
Note: Permit charges are indicative. They are set by local authorities, can change annually and may also be subject to an additional admin fee.
Need a permit fast? Call 0118 315 5717.
3 Easy Steps - Here's What Happens Next
We make skip hire simple from start to finish — no stress, no chasing.
1.ORDER
Order your skip online or through our sales team and receive preparation instructions by email.
2.DELIVERY
Delivery is hassle-free. Just ensure the drop-off area is clear and ready for your skip. No need to be present.
3.COLLECTION
Pickup is arranged with you in advance. We’ll collect the skip once you’ve filled it up or simply finished using it.
Explore Other Skip Sizes for Hire Throughout Berkshire
If the 40-yard skip isn’t quite right, take a look at our other popular options below.
16yd Skip
From £375 + VAT
- High-capacity for commercial sites
- Bulky, mixed materials
- Holds 150-175+ bin bags
20yd Skip
From £POA + VAT
- Roll-on roll-off option
- Ideal for commercial and demolition
- Holds 200-220+ bin bags
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