​Bridgwater recycling centre & Tip Opening Times, Rules & Booking Info

Open today : 09:00 - 16:00

Your quick guide to Bridgwater recycling centre in Bridgwater, covering everything from daily opening times to somerset council policies on car bookings, check what items you can safely leave at this Somerset rubbish tip.

Location & Address

Saltlands Avenue, Chilton Trinity
Bridgwater, Somerset
TA6 3JS

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

Opening Times

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

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

Winter Hours

1 October to 31 March

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

Holiday & Closures

Christmas DayBoxing DayNew Year's Day

Bank Holidays

Open as normal, except closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day

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Accepted Items

  • Asbestos
  • Batteries
  • Cans
  • Cardboard - including hardback books
  • Commercial waste
  • Electrical appliances
  • Fluorescent tubes
  • Fridges and freezers
  • Furniture
  • Garden waste
  • Gas bottles
  • Glass bottles and jars
  • Low-energy light bulbs
  • Mattresses
  • Mobile phones
  • Oil – cooking and engine
  • Paint, water-based
  • Paper
  • Plasterboard
  • Plastic pots, tubs, trays and all plastic bottles
  • Refuse
  • Scrap metal
  • Shoes
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soil and hardcore
  • Textiles
  • Toner cartridges
  • Tyres
  • Vehicle parts
  • Wood

Rejected Items

  • Ammunition and explosives
  • Fireworks
  • Medicines
  • Mercury
  • Petrol and diesel
  • Roofing felt containing bitumen
  • Cartons/Tetra Pak and plastic-lined paper cups

Chargeable Items

Asbestos£19.30 per sheet
Gas bottles£10.10 for below 10kg, £19.90 for 10-20kg, £58.30 for extra large/specialist
Plasterboard£6.60 per sheet or sack equivalent
Soil and hardcore£5.70 per bag/sack, £28.50 for small van/trailer, £57.00 for medium van/trailer
Tyres£5.70 per un-rimmed tyre, £7.50 per rimmed tyre, £75.60 per large lorry tyre
Vehicle partsCharges apply

Can I put a fridge in the recycling here?

Yes, you can bring your unwanted fridge to us.

Can I bring a mattress from a house clearance?

Yes, you can leave your old bed mattress with us.

Are couches accepted?

Yes, this waste centre processes old couches.

What to know before visiting Bridgwater Tip

1Locating the Saltlands Avenue Site

Situated just off Chilton Street, getting here is incredibly straightforward if you are coming from the retail park side of town. Keep an eye out for the clear roadside signage directing you to the tip.

2Proof of Address Needed

Don't forget your driving licence or a recent utility bill. The staff need to verify you are a genuine Somerset resident before letting you unload your car.

3Stay Safe on Site

Please ensure children and pets remain securely strapped inside your vehicle at all times. Sturdy, closed-toe shoes are absolutely essential to protect your feet from sharp debris.

4Commercial Disposals

Businesses must pay to dispose of their materials elsewhere. Site operators actively monitor cameras to prevent commercial traders from treating this facility as a free rubbish tip.

5Community Re-use Shop

Got items that are still in great condition? Drop them at the dedicated donation station. It is a fantastic way to support community initiatives right at the waste tip.

6Prohibited Materials

Highly flammable items like gas canisters, as well as explosives, will be turned away immediately. Check the council guidelines before bringing unusual items to this local tip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to schedule my visit?
No, we do not require you to book ahead.
Can I dispose of waste here on a bank holiday?
Yes, the tip stays open throughout the bank holiday.
Can I bring a large trailer to the site?
Yes, it is perfectly fine to bring a van.
Can I dispose of DIY waste at this tip?
Yes, you can bring soil and rubble from DIY jobs.

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