Charges and restrictions at our recycling centres
Find out about charges for certain waste types and restrictions at our recycling centres.
Restricted wastes and disposal limits
Limits are in place for certain types of waste. These items can be disposed of free of charge, but restrictions apply.
Some non-household waste may be chargeable.
For restricted waste, residents may be asked to complete a disclaimer form when they arrive at site to confirm.
- the waste is from their household
- it has not come from commercial use
- they understand a limit applies to how much they can dispose of
How much can I take?
| Waste type | Limit | Frequency | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animal bedding or faeces | 2 bags (80 litres) | Daily | |
| Asbestos (cement bonded) | 4 sheets or 4 bags | Every 6 months | Accepted at 5 HWRCs only. Disposal allowed between 1pm -3pm. Must be double wrapped in heavy-duty clear polythene and sealed with tape. |
| Car batteries | 2 lead acid batteries | Every 6 months | |
| Dead animals | Not permitted | – | |
| Fire extinguishers | 2 extinguishers (up to 2 kg) | Every 6 months | |
| Fitted items (doors, window frames, cupboards, wardrobes) | 1 cubic metre | Every 6 months | Equivalent to a family car load |
| Gas cylinders | 2 cylinders (up to 19 kg) | Every 6 months | |
| Household and garden chemicals | 5 × 2.5 litre containers | Every 6 months | Or equivalent volume |
| Paint | 10 × 2.5 litre pots | Every 6 months | Or equivalent volume |
| uPVC items (soffits, fascias, guttering, pipes, windows, doors) | 1 cubic metre | Every 6 months | Equivalent to a family car load |
| Used engine oil | 25 litres | Every 6 months |
