Nick Ferris Skip Hire Ltd
Husband and wife Nick and Lyn started the business together back in 1985
Over the years, the business has grown and grown, from the cottage they began in, the Transit collections, to the first skip lorry, to the Valley View site in Penryn to the biggest expansion yet – The new Waste Transfer Station in Herniss.
Throughout the years, the business really has remained a family affair
Competitive Pricing & Price Match Promise
Think you’ve found a cheaper skip price? Talk to us first. We’re proud to offer clear, competitive pricing, and we will always look to price match – or even beat – a genuine like‑for‑like quotation wherever possible.
Some companies may appear cheaper at first glance, but their advertised prices often include a limited tonnage allowance, with excess charges added if the skip exceeds that weight. We keep things simple, transparent and fair, with no hidden surprises.
Big news: we’ve dropped our prices!
Need a large RORO bin for your site or project?
- Competitive new pricing
- Fast delivery & collection
- Ideal for construction & commercial waste
Price Match Guarantee
Find a cheaper quote and we’ll match it!
Telephone or message us today for a quick quote.
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Our Family Story
Nick and Lyn founded the business and ran it themselves in the early years. Their son Paul joined in 2000, learning every part of the operation directly from them. Samantha followed in 2008, and Hannah in 2013.
Having grown up around the business, the siblings now play key roles as General Manager, HR Manager and Transport Manager, working alongside Nick and Lyn, who remain very much involved in the day-to-day running of the business.
As Nick and Lyn gradually move towards retirement, they are taking the opportunity to step back from the business they have built over so many years. Their experience, values and dedication continue to be an important part of our family business, while Paul, Samantha and Hannah are firmly committed to carrying it forward into the future.
The next generation will continue to build on the foundations Nick and Lyn created, maintaining the family values and personal approach that have been at the heart of the business from the very beginning.
Growing the Business
Over the years, the company has expanded significantly. What began as a small family operation now includes:
- Modern premises
- A fleet of 24 vehicles
- A team of over 40 staff
- Full weighbridge services
Despite this growth, Nick Ferris Skip Hire Ltd has remained true to its roots.
Proud Local Connections
Even as the business has developed, we’ve maintained strong local links throughout Cornwall. Many of our customer relationships go back decades — some all the way to the very beginning — and we continue to value the trust and loyalty of the communities we serve.
Although still Nick Ferris Skip Hire Ltd, the company is really so much more:
Skips & Tippers
We have an extensive range of both chain skips and larger RollOnRollOff (RoRo) skips and can offer both long and short term hire
Aggregates
We have a range of aggregates on site and can deliver both large and small and loose and bagged loads
Waste disposal
We supply enclosed, lockable skips for the disposal of confidential waste