​Deep Moor Recycling Centre (Rubbish Tip) – Booking Rules, Opening Times & Guide

Open today : 10:00 - 18:00

Sort your household waste properly by knowing exactly what is accepted and rejected at Deep Moor Recycling Centre, before visiting this Torrington rubbish tip, verify the devon county council opening times and see if an advance car booking is required in Devon.

Location & Address

Deep Moor Recycling Centre, High Bullen
Torrington, Devon
EX38 7JA

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Contact Information

Phone Number

0345 155 1010

Email Address

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

Opening Hours

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday 09:00 - 17:00
  • tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
  • wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
  • thursday 09:00 - 17:00
  • friday 09:00 - 17:00
  • saturday 10:00 - 18:00
  • sunday 10:00 - 18:00

Winter Hours

1 October to 31 March

  • monday 09:00 - 16:30
  • tuesday 09:00 - 16:30
  • wednesday 09:00 - 16:30
  • thursday 09:00 - 16:30
  • friday 09:00 - 16:30
  • saturday 10:00 - 16:30
  • sunday 10:00 - 16:30

Holiday & Closures

Easter SundayChristmas EveChristmas DayBoxing DayNew Year's EveNew Year's Day

Bank Holidays

Closed on Easter Sunday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

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Accepted Items

  • Aluminium and steel cans
  • Batteries – Household and car batteries
  • Cardboard/Greeting Cards
  • Carpets
  • Clean mixed plastic packaging for example food trays and yoghurt pots
  • Coffee pods – plastic and metal pods collected separately
  • Directories/Yellow Pages
  • Flat glass
  • Fluorescent tubes
  • Foil/Aluminium packaging
  • Fridges/freezers
  • Garden/green waste
  • Glass bottles and jars
  • Large domestic appliances, for example, cookers, tumble dryers, washing machines
  • Light bulbs
  • Mattresses
  • Metal
  • Night storage heaters – Please see asbestos for more information
  • Other electrical appliances, for example, toasters, lawn mowers, hairdryers, computers and laptops
  • Paper, newspapers and magazines
  • Petrol powered lawn mowers and strimmers
  • Plastic bottles
  • Printer cartridges
  • Textiles
  • Timber/wood
  • TVs/computer monitors
  • Vapes
  • Vegetable oil

Rejected Items

  • Asbestos
  • Ash
  • Business and commercial waste
  • Commercial fridges/freezers/air conditioning units
  • Dead pets, pet faeces and soiled litter/bedding material
  • Electric vehicle batteries
  • Excess dustbin/black bag waste
  • Fireworks
  • Flares, explosives and ammunition
  • Fly-tipped waste
  • Ground/Air source heat pumps
  • Oil tanks/Heating oil tanks
  • Railway sleepers/Utility poles
  • Sanitary wastes
  • Sewage/contents of drains
  • Sharps/clinical items
  • Soft furnishings/ upholstered domestic seating
  • Solar storage batteries
  • Vehicles, vehicle parts, boats, caravans, trailers
  • Waste Upholstered Domestic Seating

Chargeable Items

Asbestos£6.60 per sheet/bag
Plasterboard£7.60 per sheet/bag
Soil and rubble£4.10 per bag/item
Tyres£7.60 per tyre
Bath or shower tray£6.60 each
Shower screen£6.60 each
DIY plastic£19.60 per sheet/bag

Do you permit fridge disposal?

No, you cannot dump an old fridge at this location.

Are mattresses allowed at this recycling centre?

Yes, you can certainly recycle your mattress with us.

Is this site equipped for couch disposal?

Yes, you can bring a couch in your vehicle.

What to know before visiting Deep Moor Tip

1Directions to the Torrington facility

Tucked away off the B3227 near Great Torrington, you will find this Tip just a short drive from the High Bullen junction. The rural lanes leading up to the entrance require careful driving, especially during wet weather.

2Checking your postcode

To prevent cross-border waste tourism, the site operatives will conduct spot checks on your address. Having your council tax paperwork or a digital utility statement on your smartphone will ensure a hassle-free admission.

3Registering a commercial-style vehicle

If your chosen method of transport includes pick-up trucks, panel vans, or hitched carriers, you are legally bound to register your visit via the Devon County website prior to leaving your driveway.

4Sorting before you travel

Maximize your efficiency by separating your boot contents into distinct categories at home. Keeping your cardboard, green garden clippings, and scrap metal in separate bags will save you from endlessly wandering between different bins on the gantry.

5Strictly no enterprise refuse

Public funds pay for this amenity, meaning any debris generated from a profit-making enterprise is banned. Operatives are trained to spot builder's rubble and commercial packaging, and they will turn away offending vehicles.

6The on-site thrift initiative

Instead of contributing to landfill, pass your unwanted but functioning possessions to the on-site salvage team. Items like old golf clubs, books, and children's toys are regularly saved and sold on to benefit the local area.

7Toxic material restrictions

Handling dangerous chemicals requires strict adherence to environmental protocols. Liquid paints, agricultural pesticides, and asbestos sheets are heavily restricted, so always refer to the official online guidelines before packing them.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it necessary to book a slot?
No, just come along whenever we are open.
Is the site closed on bank holidays?
Yes, normal opening hours apply on bank holidays.
Are twin-axle trailers permitted?
Yes, towing a trailer is permitted.
Are home DIY materials accepted for recycling?
Yes, you can bring your DIY waste to this site.

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