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

Open today : 09:00 - 18:00

Plan your trip to Burnham recycling centre. We have gathered everything you need to know about this Buckinghamshire based recycling facility.

Location & Address

Crowpiece Lane
Burnham, Buckinghamshire
SL2 3TG

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Reuse Shop No
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 Closed
  • thursday Closed
  • 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 Closed
  • thursday Closed
  • friday 09:00 - 16:00
  • saturday 09:00 - 16:00
  • sunday 09:00 - 16:00

Holiday & Closures

Christmas DayBoxing DayNew Year's Day

Bank Holidays

Open on all bank holidays except Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year's Day

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Accepted Items

  • aerosols
  • batteries
  • books
  • car batteries
  • carpet
  • clothing and textiles
  • coffee pods
  • cooking oil
  • DIY waste
  • fluorescent tubes - up to 4 fluorescent tubes per year
  • furniture - including broken up or dismantled furniture
  • fridges, cookers or other large electrical appliances
  • garden waste
  • gas bottles
  • general waste
  • mattresses
  • paint - if hardened
  • paper and cardboard
  • small electrical appliances for example a toaster or printer
  • televisions and monitors
  • waste engine oil – up to 10 litres per year
  • vapes

Rejected Items

  • dead animals, carcasses and faeces
  • large quantities of animal bedding
  • materials presenting a direct contact risk
  • tree trunks and branches thicker than 20cm and or longer than 2m
  • flammables and explosives, such as fireworks or ammunition
  • storage heaters containing asbestos
  • asbestos waste
  • business and charity waste

Chargeable Items

Bricks, rubble, stones, soil, paving slab, turf, timber, wooden items, internal doors, loft insulation, roofing felt, guttering (per item or 25L bag)£4.20
External door, greenhouse panel, window£16.60
Plaster or gypsum (per 25L bag)£10.00
Plasterboard sheet£11.80

Can I bring an under-counter fridge?

No, you cannot recycle a refrigerator at this tip.

Can a mattress be dropped off at this site?

No, we do not allow mattress disposal at this site.

Do you recycle old sofas?

Yes, residents can bring couches for disposal.

What to know before visiting Burnham Tip

1Finding Your Way to Crowpiece Lane

Nestled close to the historic Burnham Beeches woodland, the entrance is fairly straightforward to spot. Weekends can get incredibly backed up, so aim for a Thursday morning if your schedule permits.

2Confirming Your Buckinghamshire Address

Access is complimentary strictly for those dwelling within the local authority district. Ensure you flash a recent bank statement or valid driving licence at the entrance to verify your domestic status.

3Policies for Independent Trades

If you are running a business, be aware that commercial drop-offs are completely banned at this location. Tradespeople must route their cargo to a different county facility that accepts corporate loads.

4Registering Commercial-Style Vehicles

Turning up in a hired Luton or towing a sizable trailer requires submitting an electronic form beforehand. Anything breaching the 7.5-tonne mark is firmly excluded from the waste tip entirely.

5Guidelines for Walk-In Visitors

Arriving without a car isn't as simple as just strolling past the barrier. You must secure a pedestrian e-ticket via the council portal ahead of time to keep everyone safe.

6Dropping Off Reusable Belongings

Rather than binning items that still have life left in them, hand over old toys or small furniture pieces to the staff. These goods are collected and resold to support community palliative care initiatives.

7Prohibited Dangerous Materials

Do not bring hazardous items like motor oil, toxic agrochemicals, or explosive cylinders here. Always consult the official county directory to find the proper disposal routes for these risky substances.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I drop in without an appointment?
No, there is no requirement to reserve your time to go.
Can I use the facility on a bank holiday?
Yes, you can visit us during any bank holiday.
Can I bring my waste in a trailer?
Yes, bringing bulky items in a trailer is allowed.
Can I bring mixed DIY waste here?
Yes, you can drop off DIY materials.

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