​Newtownhamilton Recycling Centre (Rubbish Tip) – Booking Rules, Opening Times & Guide

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If you are using a larger vehicle, find out if you need a van permit for Newtownhamilton Recycling Centre, we provide all the necessary newry mourne and down district council site rules, opening hours, and car booking details for this busy rubbish tip located in Newtownhamilton, County Armagh.

Location & Address

Newry Road
Newtownhamilton, County Armagh
BT35 0PH

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Contact Information

Phone Number

0330 137 4545

Email Address

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

Opening Hours

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

Is fridge disposal available?

No, you cannot dump an old fridge at this location.

Can I drop a mattress off today?

Yes, this recycling centre takes mattresses.

Are sofas allowed at this site?

Yes, you can dump your old couch at this facility.

What to know before visiting Newtownhamilton Tip

1Providing Municipal Proof

The security personnel require a visual check of your tenancy agreement or modern identification card to establish that you contribute to the regional taxation pool.

2Locating the South Armagh Hub

Positioned conveniently on the Armagh Road, this waste tip is easily reached for surrounding rural parishes wishing to drop off accumulated household clutter.

3Block on Entrepreneurial Discards

Any materials originating from a money-making venture, including independent plumbing or landscaping tasks, are strictly interdicted from these community skips.

4Scheduling Light Commercial Carriers

Driving a pickup or lugging an elongated dual-axle carriage necessitates reserving an appointment via the civic website long before your tires hit the tarmac.

5Pre-Trip Categorization

Sifting your metals, organics, and dry recyclables into distinct zones of your cargo area ensures you will not hold up the queues while rummaging.

6Navigational Prudence

Maintaining a brisk walking pace with your vehicle is vital. Furthermore, ensuring you wear thick-soled boots will shield your feet from rogue nails or shattered glass.

7Unsanctioned Perilous Cargo

The crew is not trained to process severe biohazards, asbestos roofing panels, or pressurized propane tanks, meaning such items must be dealt with by specialist contractors.

8Repurposing Viable Artifacts

Do not crush functional furniture or electronics; instead, ask the attendants where the community donation drop is so these items can be circulated back into society.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a booking system in place?
No, you don't need to book before visiting.
Is the tip accessible on a bank holiday?
Yes, we operate normal hours on bank holidays.
Can I bring my rubbish in a van?
Yes, you can drive in with a van.
Can I leave DIY rubble at this facility?
Yes, you can bring your DIY waste to this site.

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