​Bishops Waltham Recycling Centre – Waste Tip: Opening Hours, Booking Rules & Info

Open today : 09:00 - 18:00

Dispose of your rubbish smoothly by following the hampshire county council site rules for Bishops Waltham Recycling Centre, check if this Bishops Waltham dump requires an advance car booking, view the current opening times, and verify the accepted and rejected items for this Hampshire location.

Location & Address

Claylands Road
Bishops Waltham, Hampshire
SO32 1BH

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

Opening Hours

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday 09:00 - 18:00
  • tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
  • wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
  • thursday 09:00 - 18:00
  • 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 09:00 - 16:00
  • thursday 09:00 - 16:00
  • friday 09:00 - 16:00
  • saturday 09:00 - 16:00
  • sunday 09:00 - 16:00

Holiday & Closures

25 December26 December1 January

Bank Holidays

Normal opening hours except closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day

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Accepted Items

  • Animal waste
  • Baths
  • Batteries
  • Bedding, quilts, pillows, sleeping bags
  • Car batteries
  • Cardboard
  • Carpets
  • Christmas trees
  • Electrical equipment and appliances
  • Engine oil
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Fridges/freezers
  • Furniture
  • Garden waste
  • Gas bottles
  • Knives and scissors
  • Light bulbs
  • Mattress
  • Mobile phones
  • Paint
  • Plasterboard
  • Printer cartridges
  • Rubble
  • Sinks, toilets and shower trays
  • Soil
  • Upholstered domestic seating
  • Vapes and E-cigarettes
  • Wood

Rejected Items

  • Ammunition
  • Asbestos
  • Cooking oil
  • Explosives
  • Flares
  • Fuel - petrol or diesel
  • Household and garden chemicals
  • Japanese Knotweed
  • Medicines
  • Tyres

Chargeable Items

PlasterboardCharged if exceeding household DIY allowance
RubbleCharged if exceeding household DIY allowance
Sinks, toilets and shower traysCharged if exceeding household DIY allowance
SoilCharged if exceeding household DIY allowance

Will you take a household fridge?

No, we currently do not accept household fridges.

Do you take all types of mattresses?

No, bed mattresses are not accepted at this location.

Can I bring a sofa suite here?

Yes, you can leave your old sofa with us.

What to know before visiting Bishops Waltham Tip

1Driving to the Claylands Road Facility

Located just a short distance from the stunning medieval ruins of the town's historic Palace, this recycling hub is incredibly easy to access from the main A32 stretch. It sits neatly within the local enterprise zone.

2Securing a Web Allocation

You simply cannot rock up and expect the barrier to lift. Securing an exact time allowance on the council's webpage is compulsory, alongside flashing a piece of official mail to prove your residential postcode.

3Requirements for Heavy-Duty Transporters

If your chosen method of transit involves a hired panel van or a substantial horsebox, you fall under special jurisdiction. Obtaining an electronic clearance pass is the only way to avoid being rejected by the gatekeepers.

4Protecting Yourself On-Site

Wandering around the skips in flip-flops is highly discouraged due to the jagged debris scattered underfoot. Sorting your yard clippings from your plastics at home will transform your visit to this Rubbish Tip into a rapid, painless chore.

5Industrial Drop-Off Mandates

Any waste sourced from a money-making project completely forfeits the right to complimentary disposal. Independent tradespeople must weigh their cargo on the commercial scales and pay the exact financial penalty.

6Sparing Items from the Crusher

Grant your old sporting equipment and sturdy wooden furniture a reprieve. A specialized second-hand kiosk operates near the entrance, eagerly collecting decent quality items to support community-funded initiatives.

7Vetoed Chemical Elements

You are absolutely forbidden from chucking car batteries, raw asbestos, or marine flares into the everyday domestic containers. These hazardous profiles mandate entirely separate, legally compliant handling procedures.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are prior bookings necessary?
Yes, you need to reserve your time to go.
Is this tip open during public holidays?
Yes, you can use the facility on a bank holiday.
Can I bring a trailer to this tip?
Yes, both vans and trailers are welcome.
Are construction materials from DIY accepted?
Yes, dropping off DIY waste is completely fine.

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