​Newry Recycling Centre – Local Tip: Opening Times, Rules & Booking

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Make sure you know what you can and cannot take to the local dump in Newry, read through the accepted and rejected items, opening times, and newry mourne and down district council booking policies for Newry Recycling Centre before you travel in County Down.

Location & Address

Chapel Road
Newry, County Down
BT34 2QN

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Contact Information

Phone Number

0330 137 4544

Email Address

[email protected]
Reuse Shop No
Disabled Access No
Staff Assistance Yes
Trailers Allowed Yes
Local ID Required No
Height Barrier1.95m

Opening Times

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday 09:00 - 15:45
  • tuesday 09:00 - 15:45
  • wednesday 09:00 - 15:45
  • thursday 09:00 - 15:45
  • friday 09:00 - 15:45
  • saturday 09:00 - 15:45
  • sunday Closed

Winter Hours

1 October to 31 March

  • monday 09:00 - 15:45
  • tuesday 09:00 - 15:45
  • wednesday 09:00 - 15:45
  • thursday 09:00 - 15:45
  • friday 09:00 - 15:45
  • saturday 09:00 - 15:45
  • sunday Closed

Holiday & Closures

Bank Holidays

All Household Recycling Centres will be open as normal on Monday 25 May

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Accepted Items

  • separated recyclable materials
  • wood
  • glass
  • metal
  • cardboard/papers
  • plastics
  • fluorescent tubes
  • Small electrical items
  • waste oil / cooking oil / used motor oil
  • Batteries
  • Bicycles for reuse
  • Garden/green waste
  • Construction/DIY materials
  • rubble
  • paint
  • Wooden doors
  • Bulky items
  • Mattresses
  • Bed frame/base
  • Furniture
  • Large electrical items
  • Domestic bathroom suite for homeowner
  • Kitchen units

Rejected Items

  • Agricultural wastes
  • fence batteries
  • Boilers, oil or gas tanks
  • Commercial bagged waste
  • Commercial electrical equipment or appliances
  • Construction and demolition wastes
  • Large car parts
  • Tyres
  • Paint/Waste oils from commercial sources
  • Waste in wheeled bins
  • soil and stones
  • powdered plaster
  • gypsum products
  • hazardous wastes

Do you accept fridges?

Unfortunately, fridge recycling is not offered here.

Is this the right place to bring a mattress?

Yes, you can leave your old bed mattress with us.

Can I drop off an old sofa?

Yes, we accept both 2-seater and 3-seater sofas.

What to know before visiting Newry Tip

1Verifying Domestic Eligibility

To verify eligibility, gate officials check documents regularly. Presenting a recent bank document or your photo driving licence verifies you are a local ratepayer.

2Accessing the MacNeill Road Yard

Located inside the bustling Greenbank Industrial Estate near the Newry Canal, this large-scale station is built to comfortably handle high-volume residential drop-offs.

3Strict Business Ban

Trading operations, retail shops, and commercial property renovators are legally prohibited from dumping business-generated debris into these domestic hoppers.

4Arranging Permits for Vans

Operating a commercial-faced panel van, high-roof vehicle, or a large multi-axle wagon requires a verified booking barcode obtained from the municipal system.

5Optimizing Your Loading Method

Avoid throwing mixed debris into black sacks. Isolating electronics, scrap metal, and compostable organic waste beforehand shortens your time at this local tip.

6On-Site Risk Management

Watch out for active machinery moving around the compound. Abide by all speed restrictions and ensure young family members stay inside the closed car.

7Prohibited Dangerous Substances

Due to critical environmental and fire legislation, do not transport explosive gas vessels, automotive fuels, or hazardous asbestos sheets to this venue.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are walk-ins allowed or do I need to book?
No, tip bookings are not mandatory.
Do you stay open on bank holidays?
Yes, this site remains open during bank holidays.
Are trailers accepted at this site?
Yes, trailers can be brought onto the site.
Are builders rubble and DIY waste accepted?
Yes, DIY waste is accepted here.

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