Your Local Liquid Waste Loving Family Company

Here at Burnham Portable Toilet Hire we try to do our bit for our local Somerset community. Being a family run business we generally have the same ideas of what we like. (Not always though). Sport is something we all participate in, Steve the company director has always had a passion for Rugby and Cricket and he played every weekend in his younger days. Steve and Jackie now regularly play Golf.

Welfare Unit Groundhog Hire, with on-site generator

Here’s the thing about building sites in Somerset: the weather’s unpredictable, the tea breaks are sacred, and nobody’s happy working in conditions that’d make a Viking weep. Whether you’re after something compact or comprehensive, we deliver, install, and service them across Somerset so your team can focus on the actual job rather than where they’re having their break.

Our Welfare and Groundhog Hire & Servicing covers the classic worksite essentials – heating, running water, somewhere to sit that isn’t a damp plank. But we’ve also got modern options like our Eco Pod Unit Servicing and Oasis Unit Servicing, because not every site needs the same setup.

Welfare units are where your crew goes to remember they’re human – somewhere warm to eat lunch, somewhere dry to change, and somewhere that doesn’t smell like the inside of a work boot. From traditional groundhog setups that burrow into position, to our shinier eco alternatives, these units keep morale up even when the rain’s coming in sideways and the deadline’s looming like a storm cloud.

2026 Somerset Outdoor Festival Portable Toilet Hire Specialist

We have been hiring out portable toilets for a variety of reasons; Lots of Somerset-based parties for individuals, Pop up Camping, Allerton Harvest Home back in 2021, Weston Zoyland bike races.

Customers are booking us for parties, Birthday/Anniversary and general knees ups. Send us your photos via Facebook messenger if you’d like us to quote for your garden party or 2026 outdoor wedding.

Of course, if you want a price for portable toilet hire at your sporting event, call us on 01278 794800 or send a message on the Contact Form and we promise to reply as soon as we can.

Our Gallery of Photos from 2015 to 2025

Look, nobody wakes up thinking “ooh, I can’t wait to sort out toilet logistics today” – but when nature calls (or when 50 builders need facilities), someone’s got to answer.

That someone is us. This page is your no-faff guide to what we do, where we do it, and how to get hold of us when your event, site, or septic tank decides today’s the day. We’ve been doing this since 1992, so trust us, we’ve seen it all – and smelled most of it.

Portable Toilets & Outdoor Event Facilities – Remote Somerset

Whether you’re hosting a music festival in a muddy field, managing a wedding where Aunt Barbara’s had too much Prosecco, or keeping a construction crew comfortable through a six-month build, portable loos are the unsung heroes nobody remembers until they’re desperately needed. Our units turn up on time, do their job without drama, and – crucially – don’t smell like a crime scene. The pong disappears faster than a salmon down a slide when we’re done servicing them.

Our main Portable Toilets page covers the full range, but here’s where it gets interesting. If you’re planning something with actual humans attending (not just the three people who always turn up early), our Event Toilet Hire service handles everything from village fetes to proper festivals. Need something long-term? Our Long Term Toilet Hire is designed for sites that aren’t going anywhere fast, with regular servicing that keeps everything fresh across Somerset.

Now, if you’re working on a construction site, you’ll want our Construction Site Portable Toilet Hire – these units are built to handle the daily battering from boots, banter, and builders who think “gently closing the door” is a myth. For festival organisers dealing with queues that snake around the beer tent, our Portable Urinal Hire keeps things moving nicely (in every sense). And because we’re not monsters, we absolutely provide Disabled Toilet Hire – spacious, accessible units that don’t make anyone feel like an afterthought.

Fancy something a bit posher? Our Hot Wash Toilet Hire comes with actual hot water (revolutionary, we know), perfect for festivals and long-term construction sites where people appreciate feeling vaguely human. We’ve also got hot water in our Groundhog Welfare Units – thanks to the self contained genny – for when your crew or workmen need a warm place to eat lunch and brew coffee.

Planet kind pooping sound good? If you’re proper eco-minded, our Solar Loos run on sustainable sunshine and good vibes, proving you can save the planet one flush at a time.

Waste Management Fleet & Liquid Waste Tanker Removal

Right, let’s talk about the stuff nobody wants to discuss at dinner parties but everyone needs sorted when it goes wrong. We’ve been navigating Somerset’s backroads with our tankers since 1992, emptying domestic tanks, sorting commercial systems, dealing with cesspits that’ve been quietly plotting their revenge, and generally making sure everything flows in the right direction – downhill and away from your property, ideally. This is where experience matters, because a full septic tank at 5pm on a Friday is nobody’s idea of fun, and you need someone who knows exactly what they’re doing.

For homeowners suddenly very aware of what “full capacity” actually means, our Septic Waste Tanks – Domestic service handles regular emptying, maintenance checks, and emergency callouts when nature decides to stage a protest. If you’re running a business, farm, or commercial site that produces slightly more… output… than the average household, our Septic Waste Tanks – Commercial page explains how we manage larger systems, busier schedules, and the kind of volumes that’d make a domestic tank weep.

Got a cesspit rather than a septic tank? Our Cess Pit Emptying service covers those older systems that don’t treat waste, just store it until we turn up with a very large hose. We also handle Onion Emptying (those bulbous underground storage tanks that look like… well, onions), and if you’re feeling properly modern and eco-conscious, check out our Bio Digester options – these clever systems break down waste naturally, reducing your environmental impact without you having to do anything except feel smug about it.

Water Services – Bowser Refill (Advance Booking Only)

Not everything we do involves taking stuff away – sometimes you need us to bring stuff to you. Our Water Bowser Refill service delivers clean water to sites, events, and locations where mains supply is either absent or pretending not to exist. Whether you’re running a festival, managing a remote construction site, or dealing with a temporary water shortage, we’ll keep you topped up so everything keeps flowing smoothly.

Trade Services & Community Support

We’re not just here for end clients – we work with other hire companies, contractors, and event organisers through our Sub Hire service. If you’re in the trade and need reliable backup during busy periods, we’ve got your back with quality units and dependable service. We’re also proud supporters of local sports clubs and community groups through our Local Sponsorship and Sports Clubs programme, because Somerset’s better when we all muck in together.

Your Favourite Family Company – Chat with us today

Ready to book? Need a quote? Just want to ask whether we’ve genuinely seen worse than your situation? (The answer’s probably yes.) Our Get a Quote page is the fastest way to get pricing, or you can dive straight into our Contact Us page to speak to an actual human who knows their septic tanks from their cesspits. If you’re the type who likes to read before you call (respect), our FAQs page answers most of the common questions without you having to pick up the phone.

Want to know more about who’s behind the tankers? Our About Us page tells the story of how we’ve been keeping Somerset’s sanitation sorted since 1992, all without the corporate waffle. And because we’re proper grown-ups who take data seriously, our Privacy Statement explains exactly how we handle your information – spoiler alert: we’re not selling your email to dodgy marketers.

Pictured bottom: Jackie and Steve Richards from Burnham Portable Toilet Hire with Churchfield School’s Molly Bolton and Michael Kitchen and pupils Keira and Nate. Published by burnham-on-sea.com, they reported the following:

“The donation is particularly appreciated at this time when many parents are struggling and no-one wants to see children missing out on important opportunities. Out thanks go to Jackie and Steve for their continuing support.”

We often get approached by people or organisations asking for support, obviously, we try and help where we can, we like to support the things close to our heart. Previously we sponsored Burnham RFC with new club shirts and for 2025/6 it’s Exeter rugby club

Rugby Club Sponsorship

Rugby really is a passion of all of us here. Most members of staff have played and now lots of our children do too. The clubs we sponsored in 2020 were Burnham on Sea RFC and Winscombe RFC. We all have children that play for these clubs and staff also. Rugby is a sport that teaches so many disciplines and is exactly what we want our children to learn. We also regularly provide our toilets to these clubs for any events they may be having.

2020 news: If you were following the Six Nations at the moment, we were lucky enough for the Directors Grandson to be selected as a mascot for the England V Wales game recently.

It was a huge moment for our family and England also won, so it was a great day had by all. It is memories that will last forever.

Cricket Club Sponsorship

We also sponsor several local Cricket Clubs, Bridgwater CC, Wembdon CC and Weston Super Mare CC. Again these clubs are vital to community spirit, a feeling of belonging to something stays with you forever. We have worked closely with Weston Super Mare CC for a number of years now. This club will often put on fundraising events, supporting organisations such as Weston Hospice, we always provide our toilet units free of charge to the events, and it’s good to give back.

Somerset Rebels Speedway

Somerset Speedway is another local club we sponsor. It really is on our doorstep and they put on the most brilliant race nights, which see people traveling from a far to follow the Somerset Rebels. Speedway bikes have no brakes, just one gear, a clutch and 500cc engines. They run on methanol fuel and can accelerate to 60mph, faster than a formula 1 car!!! This really is a super family event for all to attend.

Highbridge Ladies Running Club

We have recently donated a lockable cupboard to the newly established Highbridge Ladies Running Club. They started their journey in April 2017 and have become extremely popular in the last 11 months. The run leaders are all volunteers and we love the community spirit these ladies bring with them.
It is so important in this day and age that adults and children have somewhere to go and belong. These clubs all provide this, a safe environment, with boundaries and rules, and most importantly fun!

We here at Burnham Portable Toilet Hire are extremely proud to be able to help, give a little something back to our community.

Twickenham Rugby Stadium Tour 2016

This weekend just gone we took Ronnie our son to Twickenham Rugby stadium. He belongs to England Junior Rugby supporters club and was lucky enough to win a chance to train at the stadium and meet some ex and current Rugby players.
Ronnie who plays for Winscombe RFC under 7’s soon to be under 8’s met England’s, Will Greenwood 55 International Caps. Wales, Scott Quinnell 52 International Caps, and England’s Rachael Burford, 56 International Caps. We also met Ruckley the clubs Mascot.
As a family we all have a passion for Rugby and this was such a wonderful day out with so many other Rugby fans.
We all got a chance to walk on the sacred ground of Twickenham with tours of the changing rooms and museum. Ronnie was provided with a kit and even got to run out of the famous tunnel and sing the national anthem.

Ronnie had fun and enjoyed scoring a drop goal and even a try on the famous pitch! We obviously took the Winscombe RFC flag and proudly flew it on the pitch. The passion for rugby starts when youngsters first pick up a ball and the England Rugby Junior Supporters Club brings young fans closer to the team and to the sport.