Business Details
Trusted Waste Management and Skip Hire Services in Weston Super Mare
Towens Waste Management has been a family-owned business for over 25 years, specialising in recycling, waste management, and environmental services across Somerset and the South-West of England. Our mission is to ensure waste is treated as a resource, achieving over 90% recycling or reuse of processed materials. With four recycling facilities and a fleet of 40+ vehicles, we handle soils, aggregates, and construction waste while offering skip hire, plant hire, and civil engineering services.Our team provides consultancy expertise for environmental compliance, supporting clients from nuclear power plants to local contractors. We prioritise sustainability, reducing carbon footprints through innovative recycling processes and land remediation projects. Our long-term relationships with customers and stakeholders reflect our commitment to quality and community impact.
Services
Waste Management
Skip Hire
Plant Hire
Soil Testing
Civils & Demolition
Aggregates Supply
Land Remediation
Weighbridge Services
Highlights and features
- We recycle or reuse 90% of processed waste with only 8% sent to landfill.
- Our fleet of 40+ vehicles ensures prompt and efficient waste transportation.
- Family-owned with a 30-year track record in sustainable waste solutions.
- We handle over a million tons of waste annually across the South-West.
- Expert consultancy for environmental compliance and planning applications.
Associations and certifications
- WRAP Quality Protocol
What people say
Excellent service
Prompt delivery
Competitive pricing
Efficient waste management
Friendly staff
Services
Waste Management
Towens Waste Management processes over a million tons of waste annually, achieving 90% recycling rates through advanced sorting and treatment. We handle construction waste, soils, and aggregates, diverting materials from landfill. Our team provides consultancy for environmental compliance and planning applications.
Skip Hire
We offer skips from 2YD to 12YD for domestic and commercial projects, with same-day delivery available. Our service includes permits for public highway placement and expert advice on waste types. Over 1,000 skips are delivered annually across Somerset.
Plant Hire
Towens provides excavators (8-30 tons), screeners, crushers, and HIAB lorries for hire with or without operators. Our fleet supports construction, landscaping, and demolition projects. Equipment is maintained to industry standards for reliability.
Civils & Demolition
We deliver drainage systems, concrete slabs, and demolition services using in-house tradesmen and subcontractors. Projects include land remediation, road surfacing, and asbestos removal. Services are tailored to small-scale contracts in the South-West.
Aggregates Supply
Our recycled aggregates meet WRAP Quality Protocol standards, including topsoil, sand, and concrete blocks. Materials are produced via a Matec Aggretec 150 plant and delivered by 8-wheel tippers. Available in bulk or smaller loads via skip lorries.
Questions
What skip sizes are available in Somerset?
We offer 2YD, 4YD, 6YD, 8YD, and 12YD skips, with RORO containers available for large projects.
Do I need a permit for skip hire on public roads?
Yes, a permit is required for public highway placement. We arrange this for £100-£120, taking 5-7 working days.
What materials can I dispose of in a Towens skip?
General waste including wood, stone, soil, metals, and plastics. Prohibited items include asbestos, electrical goods, and food waste.
How quickly can I get a skip delivered?
We aim for same-day delivery with 24-hour notice, depending on availability and location.
Are Towens' aggregates WRAP Quality Protocol compliant?
Yes, our recycled aggregates meet WRAP Quality Protocol standards for construction and landscaping use.
Can I collect aggregates directly from Towens?
Yes, visit our sites in Westonzoyland (TA7 0JS) or Weston-Super-Mare (BS23 3UU) for self-collection.
Reviews (4)
Stephanie Martinez
Jul 03, 2020
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Skip delivered on time and picked up as soon as requested - will definitely use this company again and recommend them.
Amy Harrison
May 27, 2020
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Dangerous, reckless and inconsiderate driving by an employee! They could have easily caused a fatality of a rider or horse from their actions. When told about the incident, the company didn't seem to care or have any sympathy towards the riders and their horses. I wonder if they would've cared if the incident had resulted in a fatality? Murder and manslaughter charges?
Kathryn Covey
May 26, 2020
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Having seen a video of one of your employees speeding past a horse and rider on the road, I am disgusted! The result could have ended in a serious accident involving other road users at best, and at worst the rider could have been killed,which could mean being sued for manslaughter, your employees need retraining and you as a company need to take responsibility.
Sam Meakin
May 26, 2020
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Because there drivers are rude and endangour other peaple lives on the roads. They either need to educate them or close for business. They will cause a fatality if they carry on. I saw a video of a driver regarding two horses it sickens me. Would they feel the same if it was there family member that had happened too.
