​Haverhill Recycling Centre & Tip Opening Times, Rules & Booking Info

Open today : 09:00 - 17:00

Do not get turned away at the tip, always check the site rules and rejected items for Haverhill Recycling Centre before you travel, learn about the suffolk county council car booking system, van permit policies, and opening hours for this Haverhill facility in Suffolk.

Location & Address

Homefield Road West
Haverhill, Suffolk
CB9 8QP

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Contact Information

Phone Number

03456 066 067

Email Address

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

Tip Opening Times

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

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

Winter Hours

1 October to 31 March

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

Holiday & Closures

Christmas DayBoxing DayNew Year's Day

Bank Holidays

Open except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day

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Accepted Items

  • Empty aerosol cans
  • Batteries
  • Car batteries
  • Cardboard
  • Cardboard food and drink packaging
  • Cartons
  • Cooking oil
  • Engine Oil and containers
  • Flat glass
  • Furniture
  • Garden waste
  • Gas bottles
  • Glass bottles and jars
  • Hardcore, rubble, ceramic bathroom furniture and soil
  • Hard plastics
  • Large electrical appliances
  • Light bulbs
  • Metals
  • Mobile phones
  • Paper
  • Plasterboard
  • Plastic bottles, tubs and food trays
  • Printer cartridges
  • Small electrical appliances
  • Spectacles
  • Tassimo & L'OR coffee pods
  • TVs and monitors
  • Wood and timber
  • Textiles

Rejected Items

  • Hazardous or clinical waste
  • Cat or dog faeces
  • Paint
  • Tyres and car & Motobike parts

Chargeable Items

Hardcore, rubble and soil (up to 10 bags)£2.00 per 25 litres
Hardcore, rubble and soil (over 10 bags)£2.50 per 25 litres
Hardcore, rubble and soil (half transit van)£25.00
Hardcore, rubble and soil (full transit van)£50.00
Hardcore, rubble and soil (double wheeled van)£100.00
Plasterboard (first 3 sheets)£2.50 per sheet
Plasterboard (4 to 8 sheets)£5.00 per sheet
Plasterboard (half transit van)£50.00
Plasterboard (full transit van)£100.00
Plasterboard (double wheeled van)£200.00
Toilet bowl£2.00
Toilet cistern£2.00
Single sink£2.00
Sink pedestal£2.00
Double sink£4.00
Small shower tray£2.00
Large shower tray£4.00

Can I bring a fridge freezer here?

No, refrigerators cannot be disposed of here.

Are old mattresses accepted?

No, bringing a mattress is not allowed.

Will they accept a couch at this site?

Yes, standard domestic sofas are permitted.

What to know before visiting Haverhill Tip

1Securing Your Spot Ahead of Time

Don't forget that gaining access requires organizing a slot on the official county portal. When you pull up to the entrance, the staff will ask to see your council tax statement or a similar document to verify your local post code.

2Getting to Chalkstone Way

Located on the southern edge of town, you'll need to turn onto Chalkstone Way from the A1017 bypass. It is positioned conveniently near the Homefield Road junction, making it easy to spot as you approach the industrial zone.

3Pre-packing and Protective Gear

To make your visit to the Rubbish Tip as smooth as possible, bag your different materials separately before leaving the house. We also strongly advise wearing rugged shoes, as the ground can often harbour stray screws or shattered glass.

4Strictly for Domestic Junk

This facility operates a strict policy against commercial offloads. If you try to bring in refuse generated from a paying job, such as shop renovations or professional gardening, you will be swiftly directed to a commercial transfer station instead.

5The Charity Drop-Off Point

Before you chuck perfectly functional items into the main crushers, take a moment to evaluate them. There is a designated area where you can hand over decent furniture and working gadgets for charitable resale.

6What You Cannot Dump Here

Certain dangerous materials are entirely restricted from this site to protect the environment. Never bring highly combustible items, pressurised gas canisters, or any form of asbestos, as these demand specialised handling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation to visit?
Yes, an advance appointment is mandatory.
Is the centre open on bank holidays?
Yes, you can drop off waste on a bank holiday.
Can I bring my waste in a trailer?
Yes, standard vans and trailers are accepted.
Are construction materials from DIY accepted?
Yes, broken tiles and plaster from DIY are accepted.

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