Mid and East Antrim bulky waste collection
One free collection a year for up to 3 items, then charged per a pricing schedule. Normally up to 10 working days, may take longer during busy periods. Everything Mid and East Antrim will and will not take, the access rules, and how to book.
Checked 15 August 2026 against the official council site
Faster than the Mid and East Antrim queue
Don't want to wait? Can't lift to kerbside? WasteSpeed collect in your area on a scheduled day each week, from £199.
Council crews in Mid and East Antrim collect from the kerbside only. WasteSpeed's two-person crew carry from any room of the house, on a scheduled day each week, price fixed before we arrive.
- Exact price shown before you pay
- Full refund until 6pm the evening before
- Any room, any stairs, two-person crew
- Reuse first, landfill last
What Mid and East Antrim collect
Will collect
- Items per the council's eligible items list, assessed on request
Will not collect
- Building and DIY waste such as rubble, bricks and tiles
- Bathroom suites and fitted kitchen units
- Hazardous waste, paint, chemicals and gas bottles
- Car parts and tyres
- Commercial or trade waste
Access rules and limitations
- Items must be placed in a safe and accessible area for collection
- Some items require supervisor assessment before pickup
Kerbside-only rules are the norm across the UK; crews are not insured to enter your home. If nobody can get your items outside, see your options when you can't lift it.
No lifting at all with WasteSpeed: a two-person crew carry from any room of the house, on your area's route day each week, from £199. Book online →
Charges in detail
One free collection a year for up to 3 items, then charged per a pricing schedule.
- One complimentary bulky collection per year (1 April to 31 March) for up to 3 eligible items
- Additional collections charged per a pricing structure, quoted by the helpdesk or depot supervisors before the job proceeds
Free route: One free collection of up to 3 items per household per year
Before paying for a fridge, sofa or anything reusable, check the free collection routes: charity reuse crews collect good furniture at no cost.
Book with Mid and East Antrim
Mid and East Antrim Borough Council
The Braid, 1-29 Bridge Street, Ballymena, BT43 5EJ
Phone: 0300 124 5000
Official links
Mid and East Antrim bulky waste FAQ
How much does bulky waste collection cost in Mid and East Antrim?
One free collection a year for up to 3 items, then charged per a pricing schedule. One complimentary bulky collection per year (1 April to 31 March) for up to 3 eligible items. Additional collections charged per a pricing structure, quoted by the helpdesk or depot supervisors before the job proceeds. One free collection of up to 3 items per household per year
What bulky items will Mid and East Antrim collect?
Items per the council's eligible items list, assessed on request. This is the range most councils collect, not a list confirmed from Mid and East Antrim's own page; check before booking.
What won't Mid and East Antrim take?
Building and DIY waste such as rubble, bricks and tiles, Bathroom suites and fitted kitchen units, Hazardous waste, paint, chemicals and gas bottles, Car parts and tyres, Commercial or trade waste.
How long is the wait for a collection in Mid and East Antrim?
Normally up to 10 working days, may take longer during busy periods. Slots move with demand, so the booking page shows the real next date.
How do I book a bulky waste collection in Mid and East Antrim?
To book in Mid and East Antrim: online via the Council.Direct portal, or by phone. The official booking page is linked further down this page. Once booked, the typical wait is normally up to 10 working days, may take longer during busy periods.
What if I can't carry items to the kerb in Mid and East Antrim?
Most council crews will not enter your home. If you cannot wait or cannot lift, WasteSpeed run a private collection from any room of the house in your area, from £199.
Nearby councils
Antrim and Newtownabbey · Belfast · Lisburn and Castlereagh · Causeway Coast and Glens · Ards and North Down · Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Provenance. Checked 15 August 2026 against gov.uk, midandeastantrim.gov.uk. Charges and rules change; the council's own page is always the final word. Spotted something out of date? Tell us and we will fix it within the week.