​Holywood Recycling Centre – Waste Tip: Opening Hours, Booking Rules & Info

Open today : 10:00 - 15:45

Sort your household waste properly by knowing exactly what is accepted and rejected at Holywood Recycling Centre, before visiting this Holywood rubbish tip, verify the ards and north down borough council opening times and see if an advance car booking is required in Co Down.

Location & Address

Sullivan Place
Holywood, Co Down
BT18 9JF

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Contact Information

Phone Number

0300 013 3333

Email Address

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

Tip Opening Times

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday 08:00 - 16:45
  • tuesday 08:00 - 16:45
  • wednesday 08:00 - 16:45
  • thursday Closed
  • friday 08:00 - 16:45
  • saturday 08:00 - 16:45
  • sunday 10:00 - 15:45

Winter Hours

1 October to 31 March

  • monday 08:00 - 16:45
  • tuesday 08:00 - 16:45
  • wednesday 08:00 - 16:45
  • thursday Closed
  • friday 08:00 - 16:45
  • saturday 08:00 - 16:45
  • sunday 10:00 - 15:45

Holiday & Closures

25 December26 December1 January

Bank Holidays

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Accepted Items

  • Household waste
  • garden waste
  • wood and timber
  • scrap metal
  • fridges and freezers
  • large appliances
  • small appliances
  • TVs and monitors
  • portable batteries
  • car batteries
  • used engine oil
  • cooking oil
  • fluorescent tubes
  • paint
  • paint reuse
  • mixed glass bottles and jars
  • plastic bottles
  • mixed paper
  • food and drink cans

Rejected Items

    Will this facility take my fridge?

    No, this site is unable to accept your refrigerator.

    Do you take all types of mattresses?

    No, we are unable to take old mattresses.

    Will they accept a couch at this site?

    Yes, this site will let you drop off a settee.

    What to know before visiting Holywood Tip

    1Getting to the Belfast Road Centre

    Positioned conveniently off the busy A2 dual carriageway, this recycling hub sits near the popular Seapark recreation area. Approach carefully, as the turn-off from the main arterial route can creep up on you.

    2Mandatory Pass and Residency Checks

    Gatekeepers operate a strict entry policy where you must show an active reservation number. Coupling this with valid local identification ensures the grounds remain exclusive to taxpayers of the immediate district.

    3Authorising Vans and Trailers

    Those utilising larger commercial-style motors or towing attachments for their domestic clear-outs must ensure their exact registration and vehicle type are correctly logged when reserving their visit.

    4Organising Your Boot and Ground Safety

    With the recent pedestrian access trial concluded, all users must arrive by motorized transport. Protect yourself by wearing thick-soled boots, drive extremely cautiously, and arrange your glass and garden clippings before leaving the house to avoid delays.

    5Business Refuse Is Strictly Forbidden

    Contractors looking to discard industrial materials will find no joy here. The council vehemently protects this Rubbish Tip from commercial abuse to save on landfill taxation costs.

    6Upcycling and Charity Donations

    Do you have fully functioning homewares? Hand them over to the site's reuse initiative, ensuring less perfectly acceptable stuff gets needlessly buried in the ground.

    7Banned Substances and Unsafe Junk

    Certain highly hazardous goods fall completely outside the remit of this location. Expect to be turned around if you arrive carrying asbestos, explosive gasses, or intact oil reservoirs.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is advance booking required for this centre?
    Yes, prior registration is needed to visit.
    Is there access to the tip on bank holidays?
    Yes, the tip stays open throughout the bank holiday.
    Can I bring a hired van to the tip?
    Yes, this site accommodates vans and trailers.
    Can I drop off timber from a DIY job?
    No, we do not accept waste from home improvements.

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