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

Open today : 09:00 - 18:00

Save time before heading to the rubbish tip in Newbury by reviewing the latest details for Newtown Road Recycling Centre, check the current opening times, whether you need a van permit, and the complete west berkshire council list of accepted and rejected items for this West Berkshire facility.

Location & Address

Household Waste Recycling Centre, Newtown Road
Newbury, West Berkshire
RG20 9AG

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Contact Information

Phone Number

01635 519080
Reuse Shop No
Disabled Access No
Staff Assistance No
Trailers Allowed Yes
Local ID Required Yes
Height BarrierNone

Tip Opening Times

Summer Hours

  • monday 11:00 - 18:00
  • tuesday 11:00 - 18:00
  • wednesday 11:00 - 18:00
  • thursday 11:00 - 18:00
  • friday 11:00 - 18:00
  • saturday 09:00 - 18:00
  • sunday 09:00 - 18:00

Winter Hours

  • monday 11:00 - 18:00
  • tuesday 11:00 - 18:00
  • wednesday 11:00 - 18:00
  • thursday 11:00 - 18:00
  • friday 11:00 - 18:00
  • saturday 09:00 - 18:00
  • sunday 09:00 - 18:00

Holiday & Closures

25 December26 December1 January

Bank Holidays

09:00 - 18:00

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Accepted Items

  • Aerosols
  • Aluminium foil and trays
  • Asbestos
  • Batteries
  • Bicycles
  • Black bag rubbish
  • Books
  • Bric-a-brac
  • Brita water filters
  • Bulky waste
  • Cans
  • Car batteries
  • Card
  • Ceramics
  • Coffee pods
  • Cooking oil
  • Electrical items
  • Engine oil
  • Food and drink cartons
  • Furniture for reuse
  • Garden waste
  • Gas bottles
  • Glass
  • Hardcore and rubble
  • Household and garden chemicals
  • Large and small appliances/electrical items
  • Lawn-mowers
  • Light bulbs
  • Mixed textiles and clothing
  • Mobile phones
  • Paint
  • Paper
  • Plasterboard
  • Plastic bottles, pots, tubs and trays
  • Printer cartridges
  • Scrap metal
  • Shoes
  • Soil
  • Toys
  • TVs and monitors
  • Tyres
  • Vapes
  • Wood and timber

Rejected Items

  • Commercial, trade or business waste

Chargeable Items

Ceramics and rubbleUp to 4 x 25L bags free. Thereafter £4.20 per 25L bag, £19.00 per standard car, £32.00 per trailer.
PlasterboardUp to 4 x 25L bags free. Thereafter £3.20 per 25L bag, £17.90 per standard car, £29.40 per trailer.
SoilUp to 4 x 25L bags free. Thereafter £4.20 per 25L bag, £19.00 per standard car, £32.00 per trailer.
TyresStandard tyre off rim £7.40, Standard tyre on rim £10.50, Medium tyre off rim £12.60, Medium tyre on rim £15.80, Motorised mini bike or Miscellaneous £4.20

Do you process old fridges?

No, we do not accept fridges for recycling.

Can I bring a single mattress?

No, we cannot process large items such as mattresses.

Can I throw away a couch here?

Yes, this facility takes old sofas.

What to know before visiting Newtown Road Tip

1Route to the Newbury Depot

Situated just off the A339, a short distance from Newbury College and the local retail parks, this bustling location is highly visible. If you want a seamless visit to the local tip, plan your trip for a quieter Wednesday morning.

2The Vehicle Registration Mandate

West Berkshire operates an automated number plate recognition system to verify users. You must add your car's details to the digital citizen portal to prove your local taxpayer status before the entrance barrier will lift.

3Pre-Arranging Your Drop-Off

Showing up on a whim will lead to disappointment. Every single driver is required to log into the municipality platform and secure a definitive time block prior to stuffing their boot.

4Rules for Light Goods Carriages

Anyone steering a camper, minibus, or hitching a large cargo carrier is bound by specific restrictions. You must apply for a specialized allowance certificate to bring these oversized motors to the rubbish tip.

5Accommodating Freelance Builders

Unlike many neighboring depots, commercial enterprises are legally welcomed here to dispose of professional clutter. You will be directed to a dedicated commercial weighbridge where debit card payments are taken for the tonnage dumped.

6Personal Protection and Yard Rules

Roaming the active tarmac on foot is strictly barred to prevent collisions with moving machinery. Always ensure you are wearing tough, closed-toe footwear when stepping out of your vehicle.

7The Community Furniture Initiative

Think twice before tossing that functional armchair into the crusher. The on-site charitable container accepts decent, reusable homewares, diverting them from landfill and supporting regional welfare projects.

8Banned Hazardous Elements

Highly dangerous materials, such as volatile liquid chemicals and compressed oxygen canisters, are completely outlawed. Discarding hazardous construction fibers like asbestos requires an entirely separate, specialist disposal request.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to register before going?
Yes, scheduling a time slot is required.
Will you be open on bank holidays?
Yes, the local tip is open on bank holidays.
Do you allow access for vans?
Yes, vans are welcome at this facility.
Can I dispose of DIY waste at this tip?
Yes, this facility accommodates home DIY waste.

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