​Guide to Aylesbury recycling centre & Tip: Opening Hours, Rules & Booking

Open today : 09:00 - 18:00

Sort your household waste properly by knowing exactly what is accepted and rejected at Aylesbury recycling centre, before visiting this Aylesbury rubbish tip, verify the buckinghamshire council opening times and see if an advance car booking is required in Buckinghamshire.

Location & Address

Rabans Close
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
HP19 8RS

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

Opening Times

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday 09:00 - 18:00
  • tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
  • wednesday Closed
  • thursday Closed
  • friday 09:00 - 18:00
  • saturday 09:00 - 18:00
  • sunday 09:00 - 18:00

Winter Hours

1 October to 31 March

  • monday 09:00 - 16:00
  • tuesday 09:00 - 16:00
  • wednesday Closed
  • thursday Closed
  • 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 on all bank holidays except Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year's Day

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Accepted Items

  • aerosols
  • batteries
  • books
  • car batteries
  • carpet
  • clothing and textiles
  • coffee pods
  • cooking oil
  • DIY waste
  • fluorescent tubes - up to 4 fluorescent tubes per year
  • furniture - including broken up or dismantled furniture
  • fridges, cookers or other large electrical appliances
  • garden waste
  • gas bottles
  • general waste
  • mattresses
  • paint - if hardened
  • paper and cardboard
  • small electrical appliances for example a toaster or printer
  • televisions and monitors
  • waste engine oil – up to 10 litres per year
  • vapes
  • asbestos waste
  • business and charity waste

Rejected Items

  • dead animals, carcasses and faeces
  • large quantities of animal bedding
  • materials presenting a direct contact risk
  • tree trunks and branches thicker than 20cm and or longer than 2m
  • flammables and explosives, such as fireworks or ammunition
  • storage heaters containing asbestos

Chargeable Items

Bricks, rubble, stones, soil, paving slab, turf, timber, wooden items, internal doors, loft insulation, roofing felt, guttering (per item or 25L bag)£4.20
External door, greenhouse panel, window£16.60
Plaster or gypsum (per 25L bag)£10.00
Plasterboard sheet£11.80
Asbestos (1m x 1m)£5.80

Can I throw away a fridge here?

No, we do not have the facilities for fridges.

Is there a skip for mattresses?

No, mattresses are strictly not accepted here.

Can I bring a sofa here?

Yes, it is perfectly okay to bring a settee.

What to know before visiting Aylesbury Tip

1Navigating to Rabans Close

Tucked inside the Rabans Lane Industrial Estate, this destination serves a high volume of households. Mornings on Mondays and Tuesdays are the quietest times to drop off your items.

2Verifying Your Home Address

Bring an official document, such as a utility bill, to confirm you live within the catchment area. There is no requirement for cars to book a time slot in advance.

3Trade and Charity Access

Unlike smaller regional locations, commercial operators are permitted to offload goods here. This paid service operates exclusively between Monday and Friday from 9am to 5pm.

4Managing Asbestos and Home DIY

Renovating your house? You must secure specific digital approvals for construction rubble and asbestos before making a trip to the local tip.

5Mid-Week Closures

Always double-check your calendar, as the gates remain firmly locked every Wednesday and Thursday to give staff a well-deserved break.

6Pre-Sort for Efficiency

With only eleven parking spaces available, organizing your recyclables in the boot before setting off will drastically speed up your visit.

7Purchasing Peat-Free Soil Improver

Gardeners can purchase sustainably sourced compost directly from the site attendants. Remember to carry a bank card as cash transactions are strictly prohibited for these forty-litre sacks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it necessary to book a slot?
No, entry is not restricted by appointments.
Are you open as normal on bank holidays?
Yes, the site functions normally on bank holidays.
Do you accept vehicles with trailers?
Yes, you may use a van to visit us.
Can I bring old doors and DIY materials?
Yes, you can easily recycle your DIY materials with us.

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