​Guide to Burscough Recycling Centre & Tip: Opening Hours, Rules & Booking

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Clearing out a large load in Burscough? Find out if you need a lancashire county council van permit or a scheduled car booking for Burscough Recycling Centre, along with the essential site rules and daily opening times for this local Lancashire dump.

Location & Address

Abbey Lane, Burscough, Ormskirk
Burscough, Lancashire
L40 7SR

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Contact Information

Phone Number

0300 123 6781
Reuse Shop No
Disabled Access Yes
Staff Assistance Yes
Trailers Allowed Yes
Local ID Required Yes
Height BarrierNone

Tip Opening Times

Summer Hours

1 April to 31 October

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

Winter Hours

1 November to 31 March

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

Holiday & Closures

Christmas DayBoxing DayNew Year's Day

Bank Holidays

09:00 - 17:00

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Accepted Items

  • Bric-a-brac
  • Cans
  • Cardboard
  • Cooking oil
  • Electronic equipment
  • Engine oil
  • Flat/plate glass
  • Fluorescent tubes
  • Fridges and Freezers
  • Furniture
  • Gas bottles
  • Glass bottles and jars
  • Green garden waste
  • Household and car batteries
  • Household chemicals
  • Inert waste
  • Large domestic appliances
  • Newspapers, magazines, books and paper
  • Plastic bottles
  • Printer cartridges
  • Scrap metal
  • Textiles, clothes and shoes
  • TV's and monitors
  • Tyres
  • Vapes and E-cigarettes
  • Wood
  • Mattresses
  • Carpets
  • Asbestos
  • Cartons

Rejected Items

  • Trade waste
  • Commercial waste
  • Hard plastics

Can a fridge be dropped off today?

Yes, bringing a fridge for disposal is allowed.

Can I bring a worn-out mattress?

Yes, you may drop off your used mattress.

Am I allowed to bring an old couch?

Yes, it is perfectly okay to bring a settee.

What to know before visiting Burscough Tip

1Directions via Abbey Lane

Getting here is highly intuitive if you travel along the A59 Liverpool Road. Keep your eyes peeled for the Bull and Dog pub; the turn-off for the facility is positioned directly opposite.

2Opening Day Limitations

Do not attempt a mid-week visit on a Tuesday or Wednesday, as the gates remain firmly locked. Operations run specifically from Thursday through to Monday, between 9 am and 5 pm.

3Mandatory Approvals for Towing

If your domestic clear-out requires a trailer or a hired van, a pre-arranged pass is compulsory. Be mindful that you cannot show up with a van actively towing a trailer, as only one load type is permitted per visit.

4Zero Trade Debris Accepted

Lancashire strictly prohibits businesses from exploiting household facilities. If your load looks suspiciously like commercial construction waste, the site marshals will refuse entry and direct you to a private weighbridge.

5Lifting and Handling Expectations

Site workers are not expected to carry your heavy rubble. When loading your car at home, ensure your boxes and sacks are light enough for you to physically manage on your own once you arrive.

6Asbestos Drop-Offs Allowed

Unlike a few other local sites, this Waste Tip does have the capacity to accept fibrous asbestos materials. You must ensure it is thoroughly encased in heavy-duty plastic to prevent airborne dust.

7Consequences of Outside Dumping

Leaving old mattresses or bags of junk on the access road because you arrived after closing time is treated as illegal dumping. Surveillance cameras are active, and fines will be issued to registered keepers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I enter without a prior booking?
No, reserving a time slot is not required.
Are you open on bank holidays?
Yes, you can bring your recycling on a bank holiday.
Can I dispose of waste using a trailer?
Yes, vans and trailers are permitted at this site.
Do you take heavy DIY waste like hardcore?
No, old tiles, bricks, and DIY waste are not accepted.

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