​Ivybridge Recycling Centre (Rubbish Tip) Guide: Opening Hours, Booking & Rules

Open today : 10:00 - 18:00

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

Location & Address

Ivybridge Recycling Centre, Ermington Road
Ivybridge, Devon
PL21 9ES

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Contact Information

Phone Number

0345 155 1010

Email Address

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

Opening Times

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday 09:00 - 17:00
  • tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
  • wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
  • thursday 09:00 - 17:00
  • friday 09:00 - 17:00
  • saturday 10:00 - 18:00
  • sunday 10:00 - 18:00

Winter Hours

1 October to 31 March

  • monday 09:00 - 16:30
  • tuesday 09:00 - 16:30
  • wednesday 09:00 - 16:30
  • thursday 09:00 - 16:30
  • friday 09:00 - 16:30
  • saturday 10:00 - 16:30
  • sunday 10:00 - 16:30

Holiday & Closures

Easter SundayChristmas EveChristmas DayBoxing DayNew Year's EveNew Year's Day

Bank Holidays

Closed on Easter Sunday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

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Accepted Items

  • Aluminium and steel cans
  • Batteries – Household and car batteries
  • Bulky/rigid plastics
  • Cardboard/Greeting Cards
  • Carpets
  • Clean mixed plastic packaging, for example, food trays and yoghurt pots
  • Coffee pods – plastic and metal pods collected separately
  • Directories/Yellow Pages
  • Flat glass
  • Fluorescent tubes
  • Foil/Aluminium packaging
  • Fridges/freezers
  • Garden/green waste
  • Glass bottles and jars
  • Large domestic appliances for example cookers, tumble dryers, washing machines
  • Light bulbs
  • Mattresses
  • Metal
  • Night storage heaters – Please see asbestos for more information
  • Other electrical appliances, for example, toasters, lawn mowers, hairdryers, computers and laptops
  • Paper, newspapers and magazines
  • Petrol powered lawn mowers and strimmers
  • Plastic bottles
  • Printer cartridges
  • Soft furnishings/upholstered domestic seating
  • Textiles
  • Timber/wood
  • TVs, computer monitors
  • Vapes
  • Vegetable oil

Rejected Items

  • Asbestos
  • Business and commercial waste
  • Commercial fridges/freezers/air conditioning units
  • Dead pets, pet faeces and soiled litter/bedding material
  • Electric vehicle batteries
  • Excess dustbin/black bag waste
  • Fireworks
  • Flares, explosives and ammunition
  • Fly-tipped waste
  • Oil tanks/Heating oil tanks
  • Railway sleepers/Utility poles
  • Sanitary wastes
  • Sewage/contents of drains
  • Sharps/clinical items
  • Solar storage batteries
  • Vehicles, vehicle parts, boats, caravans, trailers

Chargeable Items

Plasterboard£7.60 per sheet/bag
Soil and rubble£4.10 per bag/item
Tyres£7.60 per tyre
Bath or shower tray£6.60 each
Shower screen£6.60 each
DIY plastic£19.60 per sheet/bag

Are old refrigerators accepted here?

No, we do not have the facilities for fridges.

Can I get rid of an old mattress at this site?

Yes, mattresses are accepted here.

Do you accept discarded settees?

Yes, this local tip accepts living room sofas.

What to know before visiting Ivybridge Tip

1Locating the facility near Ermington

Easily reached from the A38 Devon Expressway, this Waste Tip sits just off Ermington Road on the outskirts of Ivybridge. The turning is quite sharp, so indicate early and watch out for exiting heavy goods vehicles.

2Validating your home address

Entry is conditional upon proving you are a legitimate constituent of the county. Bring along a solid piece of evidence, such as a recent broadband bill or your current driving credential, to satisfy the attendants.

3Trailer and LGV requirements

If your domestic clear-out requires a light goods vehicle or a towed attachment, you cannot simply show up. A digital pass must be acquired through the council's central system to manage capacity on the ramps.

4Staying safe on site

The elevated platforms can become extremely slippery during wet weather. Wearing thick work gloves will protect your hands from sharp edges, and taking your time on the metal staircases is highly advised.

5Business exclusion rules

Firms looking to offload their commercial offcuts or packaging will be swiftly turned away. This location is financed entirely by residential taxes and is designed exclusively for everyday DIY and gardening leftovers.

6The salvage and resale section

Before you chuck away a perfectly good armchair or a functioning radio, speak to the staff about the on-site charity store. Diverting reusable objects away from the crusher is strongly encouraged by the local authority.

7Dangerous items to leave at home

Severely hazardous materials require a totally different disposal stream. Do not attempt to drop off unspent fireworks, highly volatile solvents, or large quantities of roofing asbestos, as these pose a massive risk to the workforce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I visit without booking?
No, you do not need to arrange a drop-off time.
Do opening hours change on bank holidays?
Yes, the tip is accessible on bank holidays.
Is van access allowed at this tip?
Yes, you can drop off recycling using a trailer.
Do you take heavy DIY waste like hardcore?
Yes, DIY rubbish is permitted.

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