​Burniston Household Waste Recycling Centre & Tip: Opening Hours & Booking Rules

Open today : 08:30 - 17:00

Make waste disposal easy. Burniston Household Waste Recycling Centre provides a convenient way for Scarborough residents to recycle everyday household materials.

Location & Address

Burniston Road
Scarborough, North Yorkshire
YO13 0DA

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

Tip Opening Times

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday 08:30 - 17:00
  • tuesday 08:30 - 17:00
  • wednesday Closed
  • thursday 08:30 - 17:00
  • friday 08:30 - 17:00
  • saturday 08:30 - 17:00
  • sunday 08:30 - 17:00

Winter Hours

1 October to 31 March

  • monday 08:30 - 16:00
  • tuesday 08:30 - 16:00
  • wednesday Closed
  • thursday 08:30 - 16:00
  • friday 08:30 - 16:00
  • saturday 08:30 - 16:00
  • sunday 08:30 - 16:00

Holiday & Closures

WednesdaysChristmas DayBoxing DayNew Year's Day

Bank Holidays

Open every day except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day

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Accepted Items

  • Asbestos
  • Ash
  • Baths
  • Bricks
  • Carpet or rugs
  • Christmas trees
  • Crockery and cutlery
  • DIY products
  • Doors
  • Furniture
  • Garden waste
  • Hardcore and rubble
  • Lino, vinyl flooring
  • Loft insulation
  • Mirrors
  • Paint, thinners and wood preservatives
  • Plasterboard
  • Radiators
  • Sinks
  • Soil
  • Stones
  • Tiles
  • Timber and wood
  • Toilets and bidets
  • Weeds
  • Windows
  • Books
  • Cardboard
  • Envelopes
  • Greetings cards
  • Junk mail
  • Newspaper and magazines
  • Paper
  • Wallpaper
  • Wrapping paper
  • Aerosols
  • Bicycles
  • Cans
  • Carrier bags
  • Cartons
  • Coffee pods
  • Cooking oil
  • Foil
  • Food waste
  • Glass bottles and jars
  • Mattresses
  • Nappies
  • Plastic
  • Polystyrene
  • Record, CD and tapes
  • Rubbish
  • Textiles and clothing
  • Toys
  • Car chemicals
  • Engine oil
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Fireworks
  • Garden chemicals
  • Gas bottles and cylinders
  • Household chemicals
  • Household cleaning products
  • Batteries
  • Car parts
  • Commercial waste
  • Gym weights
  • Medical equipment
  • Musical instruments
  • Prams and pushchairs
  • Printer cartridges and toners
  • Scrap metal
  • Tools and knives
  • Tyres

Rejected Items

  • Clinical waste
  • Needles
  • Animals

Chargeable Items

Vehicle tyresChargeable
Commercial wasteChargeable
Extra DIY wastePaid via credit or debit card
Yorganics Compost£5.00 per 40 litre bag

Is fridge disposal available?

No, we do not accept fridges for recycling.

Is it okay to bring a mattress to this tip?

Yes, this facility takes old mattresses.

Is sofa disposal available?

Yes, you can safely dispose of a settee at this centre.

What to know before visiting Burniston Tip

1Demonstrating Your Regional Status

To use this civic amenity, you must prove you are a resident of the new North Yorkshire unitary authority. Simply flash a recent utility invoice or your driving licence at the entrance.

2Locating the Scalby Road Site

Situated just off the A171 Scalby Road (YO13 0NS), this compound serves the coastal fringes north of Scarborough. It is easily spotted on the right if you are heading out towards Cloughton.

3Protocols for Commercial-Sized Transport

Are you planning to borrow a transit or tow a large dual-axle unit? Ensure you register for a commercial vehicle allowance on the council's webpage beforehand to avoid a wasted trip to the Local Tip.

4Preparation and Yard Safety

Group your cardboard, glass, and green cuttings into separate bags before you leave. Once on-site, drive slowly, keep children strapped in, and wear sturdy boots. Walk-in visitors are strictly denied access.

5Strict Ban on Enterprise Discards

This location is financed exclusively for domestic use. Tradesmen looking to dispose of rubble, plasterboard, or landscaping offcuts from a paying client will be instantly turned away by the staff.

6Items Excluded from Collection

Highly dangerous compounds, including raw asbestos fibres, volatile chemicals, and large gas cylinders, cannot be left here. You must contact a specialized environmental handler for these materials.

7Supporting the Salvage Scheme

Before tossing perfectly good tables or books into the crushers, see if they can be rehomed. The dedicated donation container ensures these usable goods go to community charity initiatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need to book a tip slot?
Yes, booking a slot is required.
Can I go to the tip on a bank holiday?
Yes, this site remains open during bank holidays.
Can I dispose of waste using a trailer?
Yes, vans and trailers are permitted at this site.
Is household DIY waste permitted?
Yes, domestic DIY materials are accepted for recycling.

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