Free Waste Cooking Oil and Animal Fat Collection in Bolton (BL Postcode Area)

Welcome to your local service for free waste cooking oil and used animal fat collection in Bolton. We help food businesses in the BL postcode area dispose of used vegetable oil, fats, and grease responsibly. Our team is Environment Agency registered, offering a professional, efficient, and sustainable service.

We are based in West Yorkshire and operate across Greater Manchester, including Bolton, Horwich, Kearsley, Little Lever, Farnworth, and surrounding areas.

Why use our collection service?

• Licensed with the Environment Agency
• Completely free waste oil pickup
• Reliable service across the BL postcode
• Controlled Waste Transfer Note (CWTN) provided every time
• Used oil recycled into renewable fuel

This helps your business stay compliant and contribute to sustainability at no cost.

Businesses we support

We collect waste oil and fats from a range of businesses in Bolton, including:

• Restaurants and takeaways
• Catering vans and mobile food services
• Cafés, pubs, hotels, and guesthouses
• Schools, care homes, and kitchens in institutions
• Food manufacturers and processing units

Whether you produce 10 litres or 500 litres a week, we tailor our collections to your needs. Regular or one-off collections are available.

Why proper disposal matters

Used oil poured down the drain can clog sewers, pollute water systems, and result in environmental fines. Our service diverts waste from landfill and supports clean energy production. The oil we collect is turned into biodiesel, reducing emissions and supporting the UK’s sustainability goals.

How it works

1. Contact us to book a collection
2. We arrange a time that suits your business
3. Our team collects the oil quickly and cleanly
4. We issue a CWTN for your records
5. The oil is sent for recycling into renewable fuel

We also collect used oil containers such as plastic drums, metal tins, and cardboard packaging for responsible disposal or recycling.

Areas we cover (BL postcode)

• BL1 to BL7: Bolton, Horwich, Egerton, Farnworth, Kearsley, Little Lever, Great Lever, Heaton, Tonge Moor
• BL8 and BL9: Parts of Bury by request

If you’re not sure whether your area is covered, just get in touch. We are constantly expanding our routes to serve more local businesses.

Frequently asked questions

Is the service really free?

Yes. Our collection service is completely free. We cover our costs by recycling the oil into biodiesel.

What containers should I use?

Please store oil in sealed containers. If you need help sourcing suitable containers, we can assist.

Do I need paperwork?

Yes, and we provide it. Each collection includes a Controlled Waste Transfer Note for your legal compliance.

How often can I schedule collections?

We offer one-off, weekly, or fortnightly collections depending on your volume and needs.

Start your free waste oil collection today

If you run a business in Bolton that produces used cooking oil or animal fats, we can help. Our free service keeps you compliant with regulations and supports local renewable energy efforts. Contact us to arrange your first collection or to ask any questions about how the process works.

Join hundreds of other food businesses using our no-cost solution and make your operations more environmentally responsible.