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Waste site updates
Mountsorrel site will be closed from 27 October to early December for improvement works.
The Oadby site will reopen on Saturdays from 7 November.
We currently cannot accept:
- Fridges: Barwell and Bottesford
- Household batteries: Barwell and Melton
- Scrap metal: Shepshed
- Small domestic appliances: Market Harborough
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Check if you need a permit
You'll need a permit if you're using a:
- Van, pick-up truck or any vehicle designed or altered to transport goods
- Trailer 4 foot 6 inches (1.37 metres) long or over (from front board to back board)
Key facts about temporary garden and household waste permits:
- Permits are free of charge
- Valid for 14 days at one site
- Permits are registered to one person and one vehicle – they are non-transferable
- Permits are emailed to you the day before the start date
Apply for a waste permit
You can apply for a temporary garden and household waste permit online - your permit will be emailed to you.
Alternatively you can choose to receive your permit through the post by contacting our customer service team.