​Guide to Alconbury Recycling Centre & Tip: Opening Hours, Rules & Booking

Open today : 08:00 - 17:00

Find everything you need to know about Alconbury Recycling Centre in Huntingdon, whether you are looking for the latest opening times, van permit rules, or simply need to check if you must book your car before visiting this cambridgeshire county council rubbish tip in Cambridgeshire, we have you covered.

Location & Address

Woodwalton Road, Alconbury Weston
Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
PE28 4JH

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Contact Information

Phone Number

0345 045 5207
Reuse Shop No
Disabled Access Yes
Staff Assistance Yes
Trailers Allowed Yes
Local ID Required No
Height Barrier2.3m

Opening Times

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday 08:00 - 17:00
  • tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
  • wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
  • thursday 08:00 - 17:00
  • friday 08:00 - 17:00
  • saturday 08:00 - 17:00
  • sunday 08:00 - 17:00

Winter Hours

1 October to 31 March

  • monday 09:00 - 16:00
  • tuesday 09:00 - 16:00
  • wednesday 09:00 - 16:00
  • thursday 09:00 - 16:00
  • friday 09:00 - 16:00
  • saturday 09:00 - 16:00
  • sunday 09:00 - 16:00

Holiday & Closures

Christmas DayBoxing DayNew Year's Day

Bank Holidays

Open except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day

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Accepted Items

  • Aerosols
  • Batteries
  • Bicycles
  • Black bag waste
  • Books
  • Bulky items
  • Cardboard
  • Car parts
  • Carpet
  • CDs, DVDs and VHS tapes
  • Chemicals
  • Clothes and textiles
  • Coffee pods
  • Cooking oil
  • Electrical cables
  • Electrical items
  • Engine oil and filters
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Flammable liquids
  • Fluorescent tubes
  • Fridges and freezers
  • Furniture
  • Garden chemicals
  • Glass
  • Hard plastics
  • Hardcore
  • Kitchen knives
  • Light bulbs
  • Loft insulation
  • Mattresses
  • Mercury thermometers
  • Metals
  • Mobile phones
  • Nitrous oxide canisters
  • Pallets
  • Paper
  • Plasterboard
  • Polystyrene
  • Printer and toner cartridges
  • Shoes
  • Soil and spent compost
  • Timber
  • Vapes

Rejected Items

  • Ammonia fridges
  • Animal waste
  • Bakelite products
  • Car tyres
  • Diesel
  • Japanese knotweed and contaminated soil
  • Paint
  • Plastic bottles

Can I bring a fridge here?

Yes, fridges are accepted here. Please ensure all food is removed before drop-off.

Are you taking mattresses right now?

Yes, we allow the disposal of old mattresses.

Do you guys take old couches?

Yes, you can throw away your sofa here.

What to know before visiting Alconbury Tip

1Authorization Procedures

Cambridgeshire authorities mandate an e-ticket reservation prior to any journey. Gate marshals will request physical proof of your local address, like a current council tax bill, before granting access to the compound.

2Approaching Woodwalton Road

Positioned just off the B1043 near the growing Alconbury Weald development, the depot is relatively easy to spot. Look for the large signage indicating the turning as you drive past the old airfield perimeters.

3On-Site Hazard Prevention

Guarding your feet with closed, sturdy footwear prevents painful punctures from stray debris. To ensure your visit to the Tip is swift, organize your recyclables into distinct categories before loading up the car.

4Restrictions on Commercial Activity

Sole traders and independent tradespeople are entirely excluded from dropping off work-related materials. This site is funded by and operated exclusively for everyday domestic households looking to clear personal clutter.

5The Circular Economy Hub

Do not just throw away perfectly good furniture or functional electronics into the crushers. Utilize the designated donation zones where local charities salvage usable homewares for community resale.

6Excluded Volatile Materials

Highly reactive items, including unpunctured gas bottles and raw asbestos sheets, cannot be processed here. You must consult environmental health guidelines for specialized removal of such hazardous goods.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I visit the recycling centre without a booking?
No, you can access the site without booking.
Are you open as normal on bank holidays?
Yes, we operate on bank holidays.
Are trailers allowed for dropping off bulky items?
Yes, you can bring a van or trailer.
Do you recycle DIY and building waste?
Yes, you can easily recycle your DIY materials with us.

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