Wigan Recycling Guide: What to Recycle & How Van Hire Can Help
Planning a clear out in Wigan, Leigh, Ince, Atherton, Hindley, Ashton-in-Makerfield or the surrounding area? If you’re tackling a bigger clear-out than expected and unsure how to manage it all- hiring a van from our Local Wigan Branch could be a great option!
Our branch at 44 Queen Street, Wigan, WN3 4HX is ideally located near 3 Household waste and recycling centre’s! Hiring a van results in less trips back and forth.
Many household items can be reused or recycled- so it is important to organise and pack with this in mind. This will make it far easier when you go to Wigans local waste and recycling centres.
Where can I take household waste in Wigan?
Within the Wigan Borough we have three household waste and recycling centres:
- Kirkless, Makerfield Way, Higher Ince, WN2 2PR
- Slag Lane, Leigh, WA3 1BZ
- Chanters Industrial Estate, Arley Way, M46 9BP
Open 7 days a week (Summer 8am- 7:45pm, Winter 9am-5:45). Before travelling please check Wigan Councils visitor guide to ensure your items will be permitted. Guide information from 2026:
- Any vehicles over 3.5 tonnes will not be allowed in any centre
- Trailers over 3 meters will not be allowed at Slag Lane or Chanters
- Trailers over 4 meters long will not be allowed at Kirkless
- 2 meter hight restriction
- Tipping equipment cannot be used
- Speed bumps in use at sight and 5mph speed limits
- Access to those misusing the waste recycling permit or being abusive will be removed.
(Wigan Council, 2026)
For some vans a free waste permit may be needed to attend- please check wigan councils latest guidance or enquire with out helpful members of staff when booking!
What can you recycle in Wigan?
One of the easiest ways to make your clear-out faster and more environmentally responsible is to separate your waste before you travel.
Wigans recycling centres accept:
- Paper and Cardboard– Old boxes, books and cardboard can be separated from general waste.
- Glass and Plastics– Glass bottles and jars, pots and certain hard plastics are accepted.
- Metal– cans, foil, wire and scrap metals such as aluminium, brass and copper can be recycled.
- Electrical items– Electrical appliances like kettles, toasters, washing machines etc… can be recycled. Batteries should be removed and recycled separately when possible.
- Wood and Garden waste– Timber, Wood and garden waste.
- Hazardous waste– Asbestos, Pesticide, Gas bottles, Paint and chemicals.
- General Waste– Items that cannot be reused or recycled.
Hiring a Van from Easihire Wigan
When using a hire vehicle at one of Wigans local waste centres, please take your hire vehicle documents, waste permit and driving license.
At Easihire we have a range of van sizes available- ranging from small caddy’s to Luton’s. Finding the right size for your clear out is important. If you are unsure, please feel free to contact us for any enquiries! With 35+ years of experience and reliability we will be able to assist you. Open 7 days a week including Sunday and Bank holidays.
Contact us:
- Phone: 01942 778899
- Whatsapp: 07446 855379
- Email: wigan@easihire.co.uk
