​Fair Oak Recycling Centre (Waste Tip): Booking Rules & Opening Times

Open today : 09:00 - 18:00

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

Location & Address

Knowle Lane
Fair Oak, Hampshire
SO50 7DZ

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

Opening Times

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday 09:00 - 18:00
  • tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
  • wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
  • thursday 09:00 - 18:00
  • 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 09:00 - 16:00
  • thursday 09:00 - 16:00
  • friday 09:00 - 16:00
  • saturday 09:00 - 16:00
  • sunday 09:00 - 16:00

Holiday & Closures

25 December26 December1 January

Bank Holidays

Normal opening hours except closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day

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Accepted Items

  • Animal waste
  • Baths
  • Batteries
  • Bedding, quilts, pillows, sleeping bags
  • Car batteries
  • Cardboard
  • Carpets
  • Christmas trees
  • Electrical equipment and appliances
  • Engine oil
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Fridges/freezers
  • Furniture
  • Garden waste
  • Gas bottles
  • Knives and scissors
  • Light bulbs
  • Mattress
  • Mobile phones
  • Paint
  • Plasterboard
  • Printer cartridges
  • Rubble
  • Sinks, toilets and shower trays
  • Soil
  • Upholstered domestic seating
  • Vapes and E-cigarettes
  • Wood

Rejected Items

  • Ammunition
  • Asbestos
  • Cooking oil
  • Explosives
  • Flares
  • Fuel - petrol or diesel
  • Household and garden chemicals
  • Japanese Knotweed
  • Medicines
  • Tyres

Chargeable Items

PlasterboardCharged if exceeding household DIY allowance
RubbleCharged if exceeding household DIY allowance
Sinks, toilets and shower traysCharged if exceeding household DIY allowance
SoilCharged if exceeding household DIY allowance

Do you accept fridges?

Unfortunately, this site does not accept refrigerators.

Do you take mattresses for disposal?

No, this waste centre does not allow mattress drop-offs.

Can I drop my sofa off here?

Yes, you can easily get rid of your settee here.

What to know before visiting Fair Oak Tip

1Finding the Knowle Lane Facility

Nestled off Mortimer's Lane in the scenic Hampshire countryside, the site is surprisingly close to the renowned Marwell Zoo. Follow the rural signage carefully to avoid overshooting the entrance.

2Digital Gate Passes and Postcode Checks

You must log into the civic network to secure a dedicated timeframe prior to travelling. The welcoming marshals will also require a quick glance at your driver's card to confirm your regional habitation.

3Authorizing Bulky Transporters

Whether you are driving a hired luton or dragging a twin-axle carriage, standard access rules do not apply. Securing a heavy-vehicle exemption certificate is a critical step before attempting entry.

4Sensible Footwear and Pre-Arrangement

Ditch the sandals for sturdy shoes to guard against jagged scrap on the ground. By pre-separating your cardboard and plastics at home, your visit to this Tip becomes a beautifully streamlined process.

5Financial Obligations for Professionals

Profit-making enterprises are wholly excluded from the complimentary household service. If your refuse originates from a commercial contract, you must step onto the weighbridges and cover the exact financial tariffs.

6Intercepting Usable Possessions

Before you launch your old but intact dining chairs into the bay, consider their remaining lifespan. The dedicated recovery outlet intercepts quality items to fund local initiatives and curb unnecessary waste.

7Embargoed Toxins and Hazards

Materials posing extreme danger, such as liquid solvents or marine distress flares, are rigorously policed. Never hide these in black bags, as they mandate highly specific environmental disposal pathways.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is advance booking required for this centre?
Yes, prior registration is needed to visit.
Do you stay open on bank holidays?
Yes, we are open for business on bank holidays.
Can I bring a large trailer to the site?
Yes, small and standard trailers are allowed.
Is DIY rubbish accepted?
Yes, home alteration waste can be dropped off here.

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