Allendale Recycling Centre & Tip Opening Times, Rules & Booking Info
Dispose of your rubbish smoothly by following the northumberland county council site rules for Allendale Recycling Centre, check if this Allendale dump requires an advance car booking, view the current opening times, and verify the accepted and rejected items for this Northumberland location.
Location & Address
Silburn Road, Allendale
Allendale, Northumberland
NE47 9LG
Contact Information
Phone Number
0345 600 6400Opening Times
Summer Hours
1 April to 31 October
- monday 08:00 - 19:30
- tuesday Closed
- wednesday Closed
- thursday Closed
- friday 08:00 - 19:30
- saturday 08:00 - 19:30
- sunday 08:00 - 19:30
Winter Hours
1 November to 31 March
- monday 08:00 - 18:00
- tuesday Closed
- wednesday Closed
- thursday Closed
- friday 08:00 - 18:00
- saturday 08:00 - 18:00
- sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Holiday & Closures
Bank Holidays
Closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day
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Accepted Items
Rejected Items
Chargeable Items
Do you take white goods like fridges?
No, we are unable to accept cooling appliances like fridges.
Do you process old bed mattresses?
No, this waste centre does not allow mattress drop-offs.
Are couches accepted?
Yes, it is perfectly okay to bring a settee.
What to know before visiting Allendale Tip
1Navigating to the Site
Finding this Local Tip is straightforward. It is situated just off Shilburn Road in Allendale, making it easily accessible for residents in the surrounding South Western areas of the county. Keep an eye out for the signposts as you approach the main village.
2Proving Your Northumberland Residency
To gain entry, you must demonstrate that you live within the county borders. Always bring a recent utility bill or a valid driving licence, as staff will perform checks at the gate before letting you unload.
3Permitting for Vans and Trailers
If you drive a transit van, a pickup, or tow a large trailer to the Tip, you must secure a waste permit beforehand. The council requires this documentation to be arranged online prior to your journey.
4Footwear and On-Site Safety
The concrete floor of a Waste Tip can be hazardous with stray nails and glass. Appropriate, sturdy footwear is mandatory—flip-flops or open-toed sandals are strictly forbidden. Children and pets must remain securely inside your vehicle at all times.
5Pre-Sorting Your Load
To speed up your visit and prevent traffic build-up, organise your bags at home. Group your cardboard, garden clippings, and plastics together so you can easily drop them into the correct skips without lingering.
6Strictly No Commercial Loads
This facility operates exclusively for household cast-offs. Commercial operators and tradespeople cannot use this Rubbish Tip under any circumstances, and any suspected business loads will be turned away.
7Hazardous Material Restrictions
Gas cylinders, asbestos, and certain chemicals are tightly controlled. You cannot simply throw these into the general skips. Always consult the official council guidelines to find out the safe disposal protocols for dangerous goods.
8Donating Usable Goods
If you have furniture or electronics that are still in decent working condition, ask the attendants about the designated reuse area. Keeping items in circulation is heavily encouraged over throwing them away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are prior bookings necessary?
Are bank holiday opening hours the same?
Can I use a commercial van for my waste?
Can I dispose of general DIY rubbish at this location?
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