In most cases you do not need planning permission to use a mini digger in your garden. Planning permission applies to what you are doing, not to the tools you are using to do it.
If you are wondering what licence do you need to hire a mini digger in the UK, the short answer is that there is no specific licence required to hire one or operate it on private land.
A lot of our customers at Central Plant Hire are homeowners taking on their first big project, and one of the first things they ask is, can a homeowner operate a mini digger on their own property without needing a licence or certification?
Towing a mini digger and trailer is something a lot of our customers ask us about, and the rules in 2026 are simpler than many people realise.
Running through a few basic checks before using hired machinery is the simplest way to avoid breakdowns, accidents and delays on site. A five-minute walk-around can pick up loose bolts, […]
The decision between short-term and long-term plant hire usually comes down to three things: how long you need the machine, what the job actually is, and how predictable the work […]
When you hire plant machinery, the responsibility for that machine sits with you from the moment it is delivered to the moment it is collected, and that includes having the right insurance in place.
If you are weighing up hiring instead of buying an excavator, here is the short answer: for most contractors, groundworks firms and homeowners, hire makes more practical and financial sense.
Choosing a practical hire option can make or break a project schedule. For many builders and landscapers in Sussex and Surrey, self drive machinery puts control back in their hands. […]
In the UK, unpredictable weather is part of everyday life, and for anyone working in construction, it can have a significant impact on how plant machinery performs. From heavy rain […]
What paperwork do you need before hiring plant machinery is a question many customers ask when they contact Central Plant Hire. Different hire companies have different requirements, but at Central […]
When you hire plant equipment for a construction project or domestic job, reliability and safety are top priorities. Whether it is an excavator, dumper or roller, the machine you receive […]
