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

Open today : 10:00 - 16:00

Plan your trip to Blackhill Recycling Centre. We have gathered everything you need to know about this Argyll and Bute based recycling facility.

No Car Booking Needed
No Van Permit Needed
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Location & Address

Luss Road
Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute
G84 9BF

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Contact Information

Phone Number

01546 605514

Email Address

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

Opening Hours

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday 09:30 - 17:30
  • tuesday 09:30 - 17:30
  • wednesday 09:30 - 17:30
  • thursday 09:30 - 17:30
  • friday 09:30 - 17:30
  • saturday 10:00 - 16:00
  • sunday 10:00 - 16:00

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 10:00 - 16:00
  • sunday 10:00 - 16:00

Holiday & Closures

ChristmasBoxing DayNew Year's Day2 January

Bank Holidays

Open including bank holidays with the exception of Christmas, Boxing Day, New Year's Day and 2 January.

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Accepted Items

  • Batteries
  • books
  • cardboard and paper
  • cooking oil
  • electrical items
  • engine oil
  • fire extinguishers
  • fluorescent tubes
  • food and drink cartons
  • garden waste
  • gas bottles
  • glass
  • ink and toner cartridges
  • light bulbs
  • metal
  • plastic
  • rubble
  • textiles
  • tyres
  • paints
  • wood
  • upholstered furniture
  • asbestos

Rejected Items

    Can I leave my old refrigerator at this facility?

    No, fridges are strictly prohibited at this site.

    Are unwanted mattresses allowed here?

    No, this tip cannot process mattresses.

    Can I bring my damaged sofa?

    Yes, we take sofas of all standard sizes.

    What to know before visiting Blackhill Tip

    1Gaining Entry and Verifying Your Postcode

    Before making the trip, Argyll and Bute’s digital scheduling tool requires you to lock in a designated time. The barrier crew will also mandate a visual check of a utility invoice to establish your local residency.

    2Charting the Route to Helensburgh

    Positioned just off the A818, this rubbish tip is a stone’s throw from the Duchess Wood local nature reserve. Follow Sinclair Street uphill until you spot the designated council signposts pointing toward the gates.

    3Clearance for Larger Payloads

    For those maneuvering a high-sided transit or dragging a utility carriage, distinct yearly limits apply. You must explicitly register the chassis classification during your initial web application to guarantee access.

    4Ground Regulations and Attire

    Break down your cardboard and consolidate your greenery prior to arrival to guarantee a rapid turnaround. Remember, foot traffic is banned from the operational zones, and heavy-duty trainers are non-negotiable for your own protection.

    5Enterprise Refuse Exclusions

    This facility is exclusively bankrolled for private, domestic clean-outs. Plasterboard or masonry tracing back to a paid contractor will be instantly rejected by the supervisors on duty.

    6Extending Product Lifecycles

    Instead of condemning a usable dining chair or functional lamp to the compactor, utilize the dedicated donation hub. It is an excellent method to benefit community groups and minimize unnecessary destruction.

    7Red-Listed Toxic Materials

    Items posing extreme environmental threats, notably compressed propane cylinders and fibrous asbestos sheets, are categorically refused. These require a specialist uplift from licensed professionals.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I drop in without an appointment?
    No, you do not have to reserve a time.
    Is the dump open on bank holidays?
    Yes, this site remains open during bank holidays.
    Can I bring a camper van or transit van?
    No, bringing your waste in a van is not permitted.
    Do you take home improvement waste?
    Yes, dropping off DIY waste is completely fine.

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