Barry Recycling Centre & Tip Opening Times, Rules & Booking Info
Clearing out a large load in Barry? Find out if you need a vale of glamorgan council van permit or a scheduled car booking for Barry Recycling Centre, along with the essential site rules and daily opening times for this local South Glamorgan dump.
Location & Address
Atlantic Trading Estate
Barry, South Glamorgan
CF63 3RF
Contact Information
Phone Number
01446 700111Tip Opening Times
Summer Hours
1 April to 30 September
- monday 08:00 - 18:00
- tuesday 08:00 - 18:00
- wednesday 08:00 - 18:00
- thursday 08:00 - 18:00
- friday 08:00 - 18:00
- saturday 08:00 - 18:00
- sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Winter Hours
1 October to 31 March
- monday 08:00 - 18:00
- tuesday 08:00 - 18:00
- wednesday 08:00 - 18:00
- thursday 08:00 - 18:00
- friday 08:00 - 18:00
- saturday 08:00 - 18:00
- sunday 08:00 - 18:00
Holiday & Closures
Bank Holidays
Normal opening hours unless stated otherwise
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Accepted Items
Rejected Items
Will they accept a fridge at this site?
Yes, feel free to bring your fridge to this centre.
Can I put a mattress in the recycling?
Yes, we accept both single and double mattresses.
Can I bring a settee to this tip?
Yes, residents can bring couches for disposal.
What to know before visiting Barry Tip
1Driving Down to Atlantic Trading Estate
Perched close to the historic docklands and the Barry Island approach, this facility is tucked deep inside the Atlantic Trading Estate. If you are travelling past the main roundabout towards Sully, just follow the industrial markers toward the waterfront to find the main gates.
2Confirming Your Vale Citizenship
Gate attendants are mandated to inspect your paperwork before lifting the barrier. Ensure you hold a physical driver's license or a freshly issued council bill up to your window so staff know you rightfully belong to the Vale of Glamorgan catchment area.
3Mandatory Appointment System
Unlike older legacy systems, turning up unannounced is a thing of the past here. Every single visitor, whether driving a compact hatchback or a rented transit, must secure an allocated time slot online before attempting to visit the rubbish tip.
4Site Navigation and Attire Requirements
Tarmac safety is rigorously prioritized, meaning soft sandals and bare feet are strictly disallowed. To streamline your drop-off at the waste tip, divide your plastics, cardboard, and garden clippings into distinct bags at home, allowing you to quickly distribute them while adhering to the painted walking zones.
5Denying Corporate Discards
Paid handyworkers, independent plumbers, and building contractors are actively monitored and banned from offloading job-site debris. This civic amenity is ring-fenced purely for private citizens dealing with their own everyday domestic clear-outs.
6Donating to the Cabin
Do not just toss your perfectly intact chairs or functional lamps into the heavy compactors. Ask the marshals where to deposit usable items so they can be sold on, supporting regional charities while diverting bulky goods away from the local tip.
7Blocklisted Dangerous Elements
You are absolutely prevented from leaving highly volatile butane canisters or any asbestos-containing roofing sheets here. These specialized hazards pose severe health threats to the workforce and require you to contract an accredited removal service.
Frequently Asked Questions
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