​Chesham recycling centre (Rubbish Tip) – Booking Rules, Opening Times & Guide

Open today : 09:00 - 18:00

Dispose of your rubbish smoothly by following the buckinghamshire council site rules for Chesham recycling centre, check if this Chesham dump requires an advance car booking, view the current opening times, and verify the accepted and rejected items for this Buckinghamshire location.

Location & Address

Latimer Road
Chesham, Buckinghamshire
HP5 1TL

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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

Are you able to take a refrigerator?

No, we cannot process white goods such as fridges.

Do you take mattresses in any condition?

No, mattresses are excluded from our accepted items.

Are sofas allowed at this site?

Yes, throwing away an old couch is allowed.

What to know before visiting Chesham Tip

1Locating the Latimer Road Gates

Tucked away near the River Chess, the entrance can creep up on you. Peak times are generally weekend mornings, so a mid-afternoon trip might save you sitting in a queue.

2Proving Your Postcode

Make certain you have your driving card or a valid utility letter handy. The attendants will inspect these documents to confirm you are a genuine Buckinghamshire householder.

3No Corporate Unloading Allowed

Independent businesses and tradesmen are entirely excluded from this yard. Any commercial vans will be redirected to alternative facilities equipped to handle paid weighbridge services.

4Digital Approvals for Trailers

Hooking up a single-axle tow or driving a borrowed minibus means you must secure a virtual pass beforehand. Heavy goods transports are universally banned from the rubbish tip.

5Appropriate Attire and Caution

Open-toed sandals are highly discouraged due to the risk of sharp debris on the ground. Drivers must also maintain a crawl pace while manoeuvring around the unloading skips.

6Strict Asbestos and Chemical Bans

Highly toxic materials cannot be processed at this smaller yard. Always check the council directory for specialized handlers if you need to discard old gas bottles or hazardous fluids.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to book before visiting?
No, it is completely fine to visit without a booking.
Are bank holidays classed as normal working days here?
Yes, the tip stays open throughout the bank holiday.
Is van access allowed at this tip?
Yes, entering with a trailer attached is allowed.
Can I dispose of plaster and DIY waste?
Yes, you can bring your DIY waste to this site.

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