​Margate Household Waste Recycling Centre (Rubbish Tip) – Booking Rules, Opening Times & Guide

Open today : 09:00 - 16:00

Your quick guide to Margate Household Waste Recycling Centre in Margate, covering everything from daily opening times to kent county council policies on car bookings, check what items you can safely leave at this Kent rubbish tip.

Location & Address

Manston Road
Margate, Kent
CT9 4LX

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Contact Information

Phone Number

03000 41 73 73
Reuse Shop No
Disabled Access Yes
Staff Assistance Yes
Trailers Allowed Yes
Local ID Required No
Height Barrier2m

Tip Opening Times

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday 08:00 - 16:30
  • tuesday 08:00 - 16:30
  • wednesday 08:00 - 16:30
  • thursday 08:00 - 16:30
  • friday 08:00 - 16:30
  • saturday 08:00 - 16:30
  • sunday 09:00 - 16:00

Winter Hours

1 October to 31 March

  • monday 08:00 - 16:30
  • tuesday 08:00 - 16:30
  • wednesday 08:00 - 16:30
  • thursday 08:00 - 16:30
  • friday 08:00 - 16:30
  • saturday 08:00 - 16:30
  • sunday 09:00 - 16:00

Holiday & Closures

25 December26 December1 January

Bank Holidays

09:00 - 16:00

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Accepted Items

  • Bulky waste
  • General waste
  • Green and garden waste
  • Wood and wood-based products
  • Metal
  • Cardboard
  • Glass
  • Textiles
  • Electrical items
  • Fridges and freezers
  • Household batteries
  • Fluorescent tubes
  • Soil and rubble
  • Plasterboard

Rejected Items

  • Asbestos
  • Animal waste
  • Clinical waste
  • Pesticides
  • Petrol
  • Business and commercial waste
  • Gas bottles
  • Upholstered domestic seating

Chargeable Items

Soil, rubble and hardcore£4.00 per bag
Plasterboard£6.00 per bag
TyresChargeable

Are old refrigerators accepted here?

Yes, domestic fridges can be left at this site.

Is there a skip for mattresses?

No, we currently do not accept household mattresses.

Is sofa disposal available?

Yes, you can bring a couch in your vehicle.

What to know before visiting Margate Tip

1Locating the Manston Road Drop-Off

2Reserving Your Trip in Advance

3Establishing Your Neighbourhood Link

4Pre-Packing Your Car Compartments

5Rejection of Freelance Rubble

6Supporting the Upcycling Scheme

7Forbidden Hazardous Freight

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it obligatory to book your visit?
Yes, please secure your appointment before travelling.
Is the centre open on bank holidays?
Yes, you can visit us during any bank holiday.
Are vans and trailers permitted on site?
Yes, this location is accessible for vans and trailers.
Can I dispose of home alteration waste?
Yes, heavy DIY waste like concrete is accepted.

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