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

Open today : 09:15 - 16:00

Do not get turned away at the tip, always check the site rules and rejected items for Arbroath Recycling Centre before you travel, learn about the angus council car booking system, van permit policies, and opening hours for this Arbroath facility in Angus.

Location & Address

Cairnie Loan
Arbroath, Angus
DD11 4DS

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Reuse Shop Yes
Disabled Access No
Staff Assistance No
Trailers Allowed Yes
Local ID Required No
Height BarrierNone

Tip Opening Times

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday 09:15 - 16:00
  • tuesday 09:15 - 16:00
  • wednesday 09:15 - 19:00
  • thursday 09:15 - 16:00
  • friday 09:15 - 16:00
  • saturday 09:15 - 16:00
  • sunday 09:15 - 16:00

Winter Hours

1 October to 31 March

  • monday 09:15 - 16:00
  • tuesday 09:15 - 16:00
  • wednesday 09:15 - 16:00
  • thursday 09:15 - 16:00
  • friday 09:15 - 16:00
  • saturday 09:15 - 16:00
  • sunday 09:15 - 16:00

Holiday & Closures

Bank Holidays

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Accepted Items

  • Household batteries
  • Bikes
  • Cans
  • Car batteries
  • Cardboard
  • Cooking oil
  • Electrical and electronic equipment
  • Engine Oil
  • Food waste
  • Garden waste
  • Gas bottles
  • Glass
  • Liquid food and drinks cartons
  • Metal lids
  • Paper
  • Plasterboard
  • Plastic bottles
  • Plastic food containers
  • Plastic lids
  • Rubble
  • Scrap metal
  • Shoes and handbags
  • Soil and turf
  • Textiles
  • Tin foil
  • Wood

Rejected Items

  • Non-recyclable waste
  • Wheeled bins

Can I get rid of a fridge at this tip?

No, this site rejects all types of fridges.

Can I bring a heavy mattress?

Unfortunately, mattresses are not permitted here.

Is dropping off a sofa allowed?

Yes, you can throw away your sofa here.

What to know before visiting Arbroath Tip

1Securing Access and Verifying Your Address

Prior to setting off, you must register your attendance through the Angus Council scheduling system. Ensure you have a formal document, like a current driving licence, ready for the gate staff to confirm you are an Angus inhabitant.

2Locating the Cairnie Loan Depot

Situated handily on Cairnie Loan, this facility is just a quick drive from Keptie Pond. If you find yourself on the A933 heading out of town, you are moving in the right direction.

3Guidelines for Oversized Rides

Should you opt to drive a light goods transport or attach a pull-along carrier, special permit criteria apply. You are obligated to declare this exact setup during your digital reservation phase.

4Site Navigation and Hazard Avoidance

To minimize your time at the rubbish tip, pre-divide your recyclables before leaving your driveway. Remember, walking through the entrance is prohibited, and tough boots are a necessity on the concrete.

5Commercial Disposal Protocols

Unlike some smaller sites, Arbroath offers trade disposal, but absolutely not in the household skips. Businesses must utilize the official weighbridge and pay the corresponding commercial tariffs.

6Donating Household Valuables

Rather than discarding perfectly functional homewares or timber furniture, seek out the dedicated salvage area. Passing these on supports regional charities and lowers unnecessary landfill waste.

7Banned and Dangerous Goods

Never bring volatile items like pressurized camping canisters or asbestos sheeting to the standard bays. These pose major health risks and require highly specialized environmental disposal routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I visit without booking?
No, appointments are not necessary.
Is this location open on national holidays?
Yes, you may use the recycling centre on a bank holiday.
Do you allow domestic waste in a van?
Yes, vans are welcome at this facility.
Can I dispose of general DIY rubbish at this location?
Yes, old tiles, bricks, and DIY waste are accepted.

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