​Ballycastle Recycling Centre: Rules, Booking Guide & Tip Opening Times

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Save time before heading to the rubbish tip in Ballycastle by reviewing the latest details for Ballycastle Recycling Centre, check the current opening times, whether you need a van permit, and the complete causeway coast and glens borough council list of accepted and rejected items for this County Antrim facility.

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Location & Address

Carneatly, Moyarget Road
Ballycastle, County Antrim
BT54 6HL

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Contact Information

Phone Number

028 7034 7034

Email Address

[email protected]
Reuse Shop No
Disabled Access Yes
Staff Assistance Yes
Trailers Allowed Yes
Local ID Required No
Height BarrierNone

Opening Hours

Summer Hours

  • monday 08:30 - 15:45
  • tuesday 08:30 - 15:45
  • wednesday 08:30 - 15:45
  • thursday 08:30 - 15:45
  • friday 08:30 - 15:45
  • saturday 08:30 - 15:45
  • sunday Closed

Winter Hours

  • monday 08:30 - 15:45
  • tuesday 08:30 - 15:45
  • wednesday 08:30 - 15:45
  • thursday 08:30 - 15:45
  • friday 08:30 - 15:45
  • saturday 08:30 - 15:45
  • sunday Closed

Holiday & Closures

Bank Holidays

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Accepted Items

  • Cardboard
  • Garden waste
  • Glass bottles
  • Metals
  • Paper
  • Plastic bottles
  • Textiles
  • Electrical goods
  • White goods
  • Batteries
  • Engine oil
  • Cooking oil

Rejected Items

  • Trade waste
  • Commercial waste

Can I drop my fridge off here?

No, we currently do not accept household fridges.

Can a mattress be dropped off at this site?

Unfortunately, mattress recycling is not offered here.

Can I drop a couch off at this location?

Yes, we take all types of household sofas.

What to know before visiting Ballycastle Tip

1Finding the Moyarget Road Amenity

Head out towards the countryside away from the bustling seafront, keeping your eyes peeled for the civic signage on the Moyarget Road. The site acts as a crucial disposal hub for those living around the scenic gateway to the Glens.

2Demonstrating Your Causeway Connection

Council personnel manning the entrance need to see a current utility invoice or driving license proving your home sits within the Causeway Coast and Glens district before granting you access to the skips.

3Paperwork for Bulky Transports

If your property cleanout demands a hired box truck or a dual-axle tow, pre-authorization through the municipal website is non-negotiable. Without this digital thumbs-up in advance, you will be turned away at the gates.

4Asphalt Etiquette and Pre-Segregation

Maximize your time at this Tip by boxing up your glass and cardboard prior to departure. Once on the premises, maintain a crawling pace, wear substantial boots, and remember that walking in on foot is strictly prohibited.

5Exclusion of Corporate Refuse

Private residences fund this service entirely. Any tradesman attempting to dump remnants from a client's kitchen remodel or landscaping job will be instantly rejected by the attentive yard marshals.

6The Second-Hand Cabin

Instead of tossing a perfectly workable lamp or a set of old golf clubs into the compactor, ask the staff about the on-site donation hub designed to support local charitable endeavours.

7What Constitutes Contraband

Dangerous materials such as unpurged fuel tanks, volatile chemicals, and fibrous asbestos sheeting fall completely outside the environmental scope of this yard and must be handled by specialist contractors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is booking required?
No, you do not have to reserve a time.
Are bank holidays classed as normal working days here?
Yes, we are open and accepting waste on bank holidays.
Can I visit the tip with a trailer attached?
Yes, you can use a trailer to bring your recycling.
Can I bring rubble and hardcore?
No, you cannot dump your DIY waste at this location.

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