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Weekend Collection of Reclaimed Bathroom Suites in Coventry: 2026 DIY Guide

Weekend DIYers and moonlighting trades in Coventry often can't collect midweek. This 2026 guide covers West Midlands yards open Saturdays and Sundays plus SurplusBuilder listings that welcome weekend pickup.

Weekend-open yards in Coventry

Most West Midlands reclamation yards trade Saturday morning; a smaller number open Sunday. Book collection slots in advance during peak DIY season (March–October).

Weekend logistics tips

  • Book van hire on Friday for Saturday am collection
  • Bring straps, sheets and a helper
  • Pay by card on collection — most yards no longer take cash-only
  • Check access: many CV1, CV3 and CV5 yards are unmanned Sundays

Pricing weekend collections

GradeTypical priceNotes
Job-lot / bulk£180 per suiteMerchant clearance, palletised
Standard graded£790 per suiteSorted, ready-to-fit stock
Heritage / premium£1,400 per suiteCharacter grade, hand-picked

What to check before the drive

  • Victorian and Edwardian roll-tops, high-level cisterns and pedestal basins
  • Refurbishable ceramics — re-enamelling from £180
  • Original brass and nickel taps often included

Frequently asked questions

+Are Coventry yards open Sunday?

A minority — always ring ahead. Saturday morning coverage is much broader across West Midlands.

+Is weekend pricing higher?

Usually not — but weekend van hire is more expensive.

+Do old cisterns meet water regs?

Fit a modern siphon/flush unit inside the original casing to meet WRAS requirements.

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