Sandtoft - Watchlist site 85
The site
The Environment Agency is currently investigating an illegal waste site at Sandtoft, Lincolnshire. Waste was dumped without the necessary permissions between July 2024 and March 2025. Watchlist site 85 is not near any residential or built-up areas and it has been secured to prevent access and the further dumping of waste.
The problem
Waste remains on site and although it is not visible to the public, the volume and nature of the waste poses a potential fire risk.
The action we’ve taken
Under the lead of our East Midlands Enforcement team, we have completed site visits and secured the site. Regulatory action is underway and we are monitoring any further potential environmental risks.
We will continue to monitor the site, assess environmental risks and work with partners, taking appropriate regulatory action, where necessary.