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

Open today : 10:00 - 17:30

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

Location & Address

Pindar Road Industrial Estate
Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire
EN11 0BZ

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Contact Information

Email Address

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

Opening Hours

Summer Hours

  • monday 10:00 - 17:30
  • tuesday Closed
  • wednesday Closed
  • thursday 10:00 - 17:30
  • friday 10:00 - 17:30
  • saturday 10:00 - 17:30
  • sunday 10:00 - 17:30

Winter Hours

  • monday 10:00 - 17:30
  • tuesday Closed
  • wednesday Closed
  • thursday 10:00 - 17:30
  • friday 10:00 - 17:30
  • saturday 10:00 - 17:30
  • sunday 10:00 - 17:30

Holiday & Closures

ChristmasBoxing DayNew Year's Day

Bank Holidays

We're open on all bank holidays except Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.

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Accepted Items

  • Wood
  • Mixed recycling
  • Hardcore and rubble
  • Scrap metal
  • Rigid plastics
  • Garden waste
  • Glass bottles and jars
  • Paper
  • Plasterboard
  • Cardboard
  • Fridges and freezers
  • Non-recyclables and rubbish
  • Large non-recyclables
  • Large domestic appliances
  • Metal
  • Soil
  • Small appliances
  • Soft furnishings
  • Textiles
  • Household batteries
  • Aluminium foil
  • Bricks
  • Concrete
  • Bathroom fittings
  • Turf
  • Paving slabs
  • Fence panels
  • Decking

Rejected Items

  • Business waste
  • Commercial waste
  • Trade waste
  • Asbestos

Are refrigerators accepted?

Yes, standard fridges can be disposed of at this site.

Is this the right place to bring a mattress?

Unfortunately, mattresses cannot be left at this tip.

Can I drop a couch off at this location?

Yes, we provide space specifically for couches.

What to know before visiting Hoddesdon Tip

1Confirming You Belong to the Borough

Be prepared to flash a recent official letter or your driving permit to the attendants, ensuring this local tip remains for county inhabitants only.

2Making Your Way to Pindar Road

Tucked within the busy Essex Road industrial zone, the facility is a quick turn off the Dinant Link Road and very close to the Rye House train station.

3Clearance for Larger Transport

If you are hauling refuse in a borrowed transit or towing a bulky back-attachment, you must register your number plate online to get official clearance first.

4Protecting Yourself on the Tarmac

The yard is full of heavy moving parts. Wear rugged footwear to protect your toes, and ensure any kids are firmly strapped into their car seats during the visit.

5Refusing Commercial Dumping

Paid professionals looking to discard building rubble or shop clearances will be turned back immediately, as this location is strictly for home clearances.

6Maximising Your Boot Space

Pre-arranging your cardboard, metal offcuts, and plastic tubs at home means you spend far less time wandering between different skips on-site.

7Second-Hand Salvage Area

Before throwing away perfectly good furniture or toys, ask the staff if they can be placed in the reuse section for another family to enjoy.

8Items Excluded from the Skips

Bottled gas and dangerous minerals like asbestos are entirely prohibited. You must consult the council's specialist removal directory to dispose of these safely.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are pre-booked slots required?
Yes, you must book a time to drop off waste.
Are bank holidays classed as normal working days here?
Yes, we remain fully open on bank holidays.
Can I use a company van to visit?
Yes, we allow trailers to enter.
Can I get rid of DIY rubbish at this centre?
Yes, this waste centre takes DIY rubbish.

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