​East Kilbride Recycling Centre & Tip: Opening Hours & Booking Rules

Open today : 09:00 - 18:00

Do not get turned away at the tip, always check the site rules and rejected items for East Kilbride Recycling Centre before you travel, learn about the south lanarkshire council car booking system, van permit policies, and opening hours for this East Kilbride facility in South Lanarkshire.

Location & Address

Peel Park Industrial Estate
East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire
G74 5LW

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Contact Information

Phone Number

0303 123 1020

Email Address

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

Tip Opening Times

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday 09:00 - 20:00
  • tuesday 09:00 - 20:00
  • wednesday 09:00 - 20:00
  • thursday 09:00 - 20:00
  • friday 09:00 - 20:00
  • saturday 09:00 - 19:00
  • sunday 09:00 - 18:00

Winter Hours

1 October to 31 March

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

Holiday & Closures

25 December1 January

Bank Holidays

Normal opening hours apply on most bank holidays unless listed in closed dates

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Accepted Items

  • green waste
  • cardboard
  • scrap metal
  • construction waste
  • general waste
  • bottles and jars
  • food and drink cans
  • paper
  • textiles
  • books
  • used motor oil
  • gas bottles
  • canisters
  • household fire extinguishers
  • car batteries
  • electrical items
  • fridges
  • freezers
  • TVs
  • monitors
  • fluorescent bulbs
  • vapes
  • household batteries

Rejected Items

  • commercial acetylene cylinders
  • industrial size cylinders
  • large CO2 cylinders
  • household or garden renovation materials
  • waste created by tradespeople
  • wheeled bins

Do you accept discarded refrigerators?

No, this facility is not equipped to handle fridges.

Can I drop a mattress off today?

No, you cannot recycle a mattress at this tip.

Is it possible to leave a sofa here?

Yes, you can leave your old sofa with us.

What to know before visiting East Kilbride Tip

1Getting to the Peel Park Depot

Situated in the College Milton area, the site is tucked away inside Peel Park. Follow the heavy goods vehicle signs off the main carriageway, which will guide you directly to the Waste Tip entrance.

2Resident Postcode Checks

You must prove that your rubbish originates from a South Lanarkshire household. Keep a valid piece of ID with your current postcode handy on the dashboard to ensure a smooth check-in process at the Tip.

3Pick-up Trucks and Heavy Trailers

There are strict dimensions and weight limits for anyone not driving a standard family car. Ensure you have submitted a vehicle declaration form to the council; otherwise, you face being denied entry at the barrier.

4Hazard Avoidance and Site Etiquette

This is a bustling industrial environment with heavy machinery in constant operation. Wear sensible, flat shoes—avoid flip-flops entirely—and stick rigidly to the painted pedestrian walkways when carrying your bags to the skips.

5Business Load Inspections

Local enterprises cannot exploit these domestic facilities to cut overheads. Any suspected commercial refuse, such as excessive shop fittings or massive quantities of builder's rubble, will be flatly rejected by the site manager.

6Community Upcycling Corners

Check if your old bedside tables or gently used toys are still in working order. The Local Tip features designated spots for decent condition goods, allowing them to be claimed by organizations that help vulnerable families.

7Strictly Banned Junk

Certain items pose an immediate threat to waste operatives and the public. You are forbidden from bringing any form of butane bottles, vehicle batteries, or hazardous insulation boards to this Rubbish Tip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I visit without booking?
Yes, you cannot enter without a booking.
Are tip opening times affected by bank holidays?
Yes, the waste centre is open on bank holidays.
Are trailers allowed for dropping off bulky items?
Yes, transit and hired vans are accepted.
Can I dispose of DIY waste at this tip?
No, domestic DIY materials are excluded from our accepted items.

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