​Dalgety Bay Recycling Centre – Waste Tip: Opening Hours, Booking Rules & Info

Open today : 09:00 - 12:30, 13:15 - 17:45

Find the exact opening times and entry requirements for Dalgety Bay Recycling Centre in Dalgety Bay, whether you are arriving in a car or need a van permit, check this fife council guide to see accepted items and site rules at your local Fife rubbish tip.

Location & Address

Ridge Way, Hillend Industrial Park
Dalgety Bay, Fife
KY11 9JD

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Contact Information

Email Address

[email protected]
Reuse Shop No
Disabled Access No
Staff Assistance No
Trailers Allowed Yes
Local ID Required No
Height BarrierNone

Opening Hours

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday 09:00 - 12:30, 13:15 - 17:45
  • tuesday 09:00 - 12:30, 13:15 - 17:45
  • wednesday 09:00 - 12:30, 13:15 - 17:45
  • thursday 09:00 - 12:30, 13:15 - 17:45
  • friday Closed
  • saturday 09:00 - 12:30, 13:15 - 17:45
  • sunday 09:00 - 12:30, 13:15 - 17:45

Winter Hours

1 October to 31 March

  • monday 09:00 - 12:30, 13:15 - 16:15
  • tuesday 09:00 - 12:30, 13:15 - 16:15
  • wednesday 09:00 - 12:30, 13:15 - 16:15
  • thursday 09:00 - 12:30, 13:15 - 16:15
  • friday Closed
  • saturday 09:00 - 12:30, 13:15 - 16:15
  • sunday 09:00 - 12:30, 13:15 - 16:15

Holiday & Closures

25 December26 December1 January2 January

Bank Holidays

Closed 25 and 26 December and 1 and 2 January

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Accepted Items

  • Bathroom suites
  • Bikes
  • Books
  • Cans and plastics
  • Carpet
  • Computers
  • Computer screens
  • Crockery
  • Duvets and pillows
  • Empty gas cylinders
  • Engine oil
  • Fires
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Fluorescent light bulbs/tubes
  • Glass panes including fish tanks
  • Green garden waste
  • Household batteries
  • Independent living equipment
  • Mattresses
  • Metals
  • Mirrors
  • Mixed glass bottles or jars
  • Paint cans
  • Paper and cardboard
  • General waste
  • Small electrical and electronic equipment
  • Soil and rubble
  • Textiles
  • Tiles
  • TVs and monitors
  • Vapes/e-cigarettes
  • Vehicle batteries
  • White goods such as washing machines and fridges
  • Wood

Rejected Items

  • Upholstered furniture
  • Tyres
  • Asbestos
  • Hazardous or chemical waste
  • Commercial waste

Do you recycle old fridges?

No, bringing a fridge is not allowed.

Are bulky items like mattresses accepted?

Yes, you can dispose of household mattresses here.

Can I recycle a couch at this location?

Yes, sofa drop-offs are welcome.

What to know before visiting Dalgety Bay Tip

1Driving to Hillend Industrial Park

Tucked away within the Hillend Industrial Park, the yard is located precisely on Ridge Way. As you navigate through the commercial estate, the rubbish tip is clearly signposted, offering plenty of turning space for cars approaching the main security barrier.

2Mandatory Pre-Arrival Authorisation

Following a series of recent capacity issues and on-site incidents, the council has introduced mandatory pre-arrival authorisation. It is now completely impossible to just show up. Every resident must reserve a specific arrival window online, regardless of whether they are driving an SUV or a tiny city car.

3Trailer and Pickup Truck Limits

If you are attaching a trailer to your vehicle, it must not exceed six by four feet in dimensions. Additionally, those utilising pickups or light goods vehicles are capped at a single visit per week. This ensures the waste tip doesn't become overwhelmed with excessively large, slow-moving loads.

4Couches and Armchairs Redirected

Do not attempt to dispose of living room furniture such as sofas, beanbags, or upholstered dining chairs at this location. Due to strict persistent organic pollutant laws, these specific household furnishings must be redirected to a larger municipal site equipped for safe handling.

5Prohibited Unsafe Materials

Highly dangerous materials are unequivocally forbidden from entering the compactors. You are not permitted to drop off vehicle tyres, compressed gas cylinders, or any form of asbestos. Attempting to hide these hazardous items in your boot at the local tip is illegal and highly dangerous.

6Navigating the Yard Safely

Heavy machinery operates continuously throughout the day to compress the skips. For your protection, adhere strictly to the five mile-per-hour speed limit, park only in the designated yellow-lined bays, and ensure children and pets remain securely strapped inside your vehicle at all times.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are appointments needed here?
Yes, a prior appointment is required.
Can I use the facility on a bank holiday?
Yes, dropping off waste is allowed on bank holidays.
Can I visit the tip with a trailer attached?
Yes, bringing bulky items in a trailer is allowed.
Can I drop off waste from a home renovation?
Yes, dropping off DIY waste is completely fine.

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