Skip Sizes

Welcome to the skip size showdown — where we’ve listed every skip size and capacity known to humankind (or at least the most common ones we stock). If you’re the kind of person who enjoys deep dives into dimensions and figuring out exactly how many bin bags fit in a 6-yard skip, you’re in the right place. But don’t worry, we’ve sprinkled a little GoSkip sparkle in there to keep things interesting.

If reading measurements sounds about as thrilling as sorting socks, we’ve got you covered with a super-shortcut. Just click the big green button below (you really can’t miss it — we’ve even thrown in a giant flashing arrow) and let our skip size calculator do the hard work. It’ll even check availability in your area and give you a price on the spot. Turns out, waste management can be easy — and dare we say, a little bit fun?

What kind of skip adventure are you embarking on?

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2 Yard Skip

Think of the 2.5 yard skip as your trusty sidekick. It’s small but mighty. Got a pile of garden waste or clearing out that awkward closet you’ve been avoiding for years? This is your go-to. It’s deceptively spacious, holding 20-30 bin bags of rubbish.

Best for:
Small garden clean-ups
Clearing out a garage or shed
Tackling smaller DIY projects

4 Yard Skip

A 4-yard skip holds approximately 30–40 black bin bags of waste. This size is suitable for medium-sized domestic projects or small construction jobs.

6 Yard Skip

 6-yard skip holds approximately 50–60 black bin bags of waste.  This size is popular for construction waste or larger domestic renovations.

8 Yard Skip

An 8-yard skip holds approximately **60–80 black bin bags** of waste. This size is commonly used for large construction projects or major home renovations.

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