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

Open today : 09:00 - 18:00

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

Location & Address

Hopoast, Worthing Road
Horsham, West Sussex
RH13 0AR

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Contact Information

Phone Number

01403 253016
Reuse Shop No
Disabled Access Yes
Staff Assistance Yes
Trailers Allowed No
Local ID Required Yes
Height Barrier2.2m

Opening Hours

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday 09:00 - 18:00
  • tuesday Closed
  • wednesday Closed
  • 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 Closed
  • 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

Normal opening hours apply

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Accepted Items

  • Aerosols
  • Aluminium foil
  • Bric-a-brac
  • Books
  • Car batteries
  • Cardboard
  • Cooking oil
  • Electrical goods
  • Engine oil
  • Fluorescent tubes
  • Food tins
  • Fridges and freezers
  • Furniture
  • Gas bottles
  • Glass bottles and jars
  • Green garden waste
  • Hard plastic
  • Household batteries
  • Household chemicals
  • Lightbulbs
  • Mattresses
  • Mobile phones
  • Newspapers and magazines
  • Paint
  • Paper
  • Plasterboard
  • Plastic bottles
  • Rubble
  • Scrap metal
  • Soil
  • Televisions and monitors
  • Textiles
  • Tyres
  • Wood and wood-based products

Rejected Items

  • Asbestos
  • Clinical waste
  • Commercial waste
  • Explosives
  • Ammunition
  • Fireworks

Chargeable Items

Tyres£6.00 per tyre

Can I bring a standard household fridge?

Yes, dropping off a fridge is perfectly fine here.

Do you accept mattresses from residents?

Yes, throwing away an old mattress is allowed.

Do you accept 3-seater sofas?

Yes, you can safely dispose of a settee at this centre.

What to know before visiting Horsham Tip

1Displaying Your Postcode Proof

To safeguard the facility for genuine locals, you are required to show a physical or electronic utility invoice upon entry. This quick check stops cross-border waste tourism in its tracks.

2Approaching the Hop Oast Depot

Located just off the A24 Worthing Road interchange, this site shares a roundabout with the local Park and Ride facility. Follow the clear signage to avoid pulling into the bus lane by mistake.

3Securing Your Digital Pass

Access relies entirely on the local authority's web-based reservation calendar. Lock in your exact half-hour slot online beforehand, as the marshals simply will not open the gates for impromptu visits.

4Oversized Vehicle Authorisation

Anyone behind the wheel of a transit, pickup, or towing a substantial flatbed must apply for a specific domestic exemption. You must have this clearance approved prior to packing your vehicle.

5On-Site Pedestrian Guidelines

Walking your rubbish in from outside the perimeter is completely forbidden. Keep to a crawling pace while driving, and wear sensible, closed-toe footwear to protect your feet from sharp debris.

6No Commercial Disposals Accepted

Paid tradespeople and corporate entities are legally required to use private weighbridges. If your load looks like it came from a paid renovation, you will be turned away from the Waste Tip immediately.

7The Community Resale Shop

Consider passing along your unwanted but perfectly good bicycles, books, and furnishings. The dedicated donation container ensures these pieces find new homes while supporting brilliant regional causes.

8Unacceptable and Hazardous Rubbish

Do not attempt to throw away volatile solvents, large gas bottles, or asbestos fibers. These specific categories require specialized, highly regulated disposal methods that this yard cannot provide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is advance booking required for this centre?
Yes, prior registration is needed to visit.
Is the tip accessible on a bank holiday?
Yes, we are open over bank holiday weekends.
Can I bring my household rubbish in a trailer?
Yes, we permit vans at this recycling centre.
Can I dispose of DIY waste at this tip?
Yes, dropping off DIY waste is completely fine.

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