​Harefield Recycling Centre & Tip: Opening Hours & Booking Rules

Open today : 08:00 - 16:00

If you are using a larger vehicle, find out if you need a van permit for Harefield Recycling Centre, we provide all the necessary hillingdon council site rules, opening hours, and car booking details for this busy rubbish tip located in Harefield, Greater London.

No Car Booking Needed
No Van Permit Needed
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Location & Address

New Years Green Lane, Harefield
Harefield, Greater London
UB9 6LX

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

Opening Times

Summer Hours

01 January to 31 December

  • monday 08:00 - 16:00
  • tuesday 08:00 - 16:00
  • wednesday 08:00 - 16:00
  • thursday 08:00 - 16:00
  • friday 08:00 - 16:00
  • saturday 08:00 - 16:00
  • sunday 08:00 - 16:00

Winter Hours

01 January to 31 December

  • monday 08:00 - 16:00
  • tuesday 08:00 - 16:00
  • wednesday 08:00 - 16:00
  • thursday 08:00 - 16:00
  • friday 08:00 - 16:00
  • saturday 08:00 - 16:00
  • sunday 08:00 - 16:00

Holiday & Closures

Christmas DayBoxing DayNew Year's Day

Bank Holidays

Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day

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Accepted Items

  • Aluminium and plastic coffee pods
  • Books
  • Cardboard and paper
  • Car batteries and car engine oil
  • Chemicals
  • Carpets
  • Electrical appliances, such as toasters, irons, washing machines and fridges
  • Fluorescent tubes and low energy light bulbs
  • Garden waste
  • Glass bottles and jars
  • Hard plastics
  • Household batteries
  • Household paints
  • Ink printer cartridges
  • Lithium-ion batteries
  • Mattresses
  • Metal food and drink cans
  • Mobility aids, including crutches, walking sticks and walking frames
  • Rubble and stone
  • Scrap metal
  • Sofas
  • Televisions and computer display screens
  • Textiles
  • Vapes
  • Vegetable oil
  • Wood, including furniture
  • Bathroom suites, kitchen cupboards, work surfaces and tiles
  • Carpet
  • Doors, windows and frames
  • Laminate flooring, floorboards, decking
  • Plasterboard and other gypsum products
  • Sheds, garages, sectional buildings, fence panels and posts
  • Other timber and wood items, including fitted wardrobes
  • Helium canisters

Rejected Items

  • Asbestos
  • Gas cylinders
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Beer barrels
  • Oxygen tanks

Chargeable Items

DIY waste exceeding allowanceTrade waste prices
Mixed DIY and domestic wasteTrade waste prices

Do you collect fridges dropped off here?

No, we do not accept fridge freezers.

Are you taking mattresses right now?

Yes, this facility takes old mattresses.

Are scrap sofas accepted?

Yes, you can leave your old sofa with us.

What to know before visiting Harefield Civic Tip

1Spotting the New Years Green Lane Site

Tucked away in the northern part of the borough, this drop-off location is just down the road from the well-known Dogs Trust rescue centre. It is surrounded by the tranquil greenery bordering Ruislip Woods, making it a distinct drive away from the urban center.

2Flashing Your Borough Credentials

Accessing this taxpayer-funded amenity requires you to present a valid HillingdonFirst card at the entrance kiosk. Alternatively, a recent utility invoice alongside a photo ID will suffice to prove your right to utilize the waste tip.

3Registering Bulky Transportation

Those opting to drive anything larger than a standard family saloon, such as a rented box van or a flatbed, must acquire specific authorization beforehand. Without this digital clearance, the motorized barrier will firmly remain down.

4Yard Etiquette and Avoiding Slips

Pre-organising your clutter before leaving home ensures you spend minimal time exposed to moving vehicles. Always wear sturdy, grippy footwear, as the concrete surfaces can become treacherous and slick during wet weather.

5Denying Access to Freelancers

Independent contractors hoping to quietly dispose of plasterboard from a recent client job will be severely disappointed. The marshals maintain a zero-tolerance policy against any form of profit-generating debris.

6Championing the Circular Economy

Do not be too hasty to chuck your intact dining chairs or readable novels into the compactor. Speak to the friendly site operatives about placing functional goods in the designated salvage area so they can be redistributed to families in need.

7Absolute Embargo on Combustibles

Certain dangerous goods are categorically outlawed from this facility due to severe environmental risks. You are completely forbidden from bringing highly explosive gas cylinders, wet paint, or fibrous asbestos panels to the yard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a booking system in place?
No, you don't have to book a tip slot.
Are normal opening hours applied on bank holidays?
Yes, bank holidays are regular working days here.
Is there access for vehicles with trailers?
No, trailers are not permitted at this facility.
Do you accept bags of DIY rubble?
Yes, we are happy to accept household DIY waste.

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