Guide to Pitsea Recycling Centre & Tip: Opening Hours, Rules & Booking
Ensure a smooth visit to the tip in Essex by checking the opening times and site rules for Pitsea Recycling Centre, we provide all the essential essex county council updates for this Pitsea location, from car booking policies to van permit requirements.
Location & Address
Pitsea Hall Lane, Pitsea, Basildon, SS16 4UH
Pitsea, Essex
SS16 4UH
Contact Information
Phone Number
0345 743 0430Opening Hours
Summer Hours
1 March to 15 October
- 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 09:00 - 17:00
- sunday 09:00 - 17:00
Winter Hours
16 October to 28 February
- monday 09:00 - 16:00
- tuesday 09:00 - 16:00
- wednesday 09:00 - 16:00
- thursday 09:00 - 16:00
- friday 09:00 - 16:00
- saturday 09:00 - 16:00
- sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Holiday & Closures
Bank Holidays
Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve closed from 13:00.
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Accepted Items
Rejected Items
Do you collect fridges dropped off here?
No, you cannot dump an old fridge at this location.
Will the tip accept my mattress?
Unfortunately, mattress recycling is not offered here.
Are domestic settees taken here?
Yes, standard domestic sofas are permitted.
What to know before visiting Pitsea Tip
1Driving to the Pitsea Hall Lane Depot
Found adjacent to the train station and not far from the bustling local market area, reaching this destination is generally hassle-free. Just follow the main carriageway and look out for the prominent blue signage indicating the turn-off.
2Necessary Web-Based Appointments
The local authority mandates that every driver must lock in a precise half-hour arrival window online. Do not forget to bring a photo ID bearing your home postcode, as the attendants will check this against their daily manifest.
3Protective Measures for Unloading
Lifting awkward items out of your boot can easily lead to a muscle strain, so only pack what you can physically carry. Once inside this waste tip, keep young passengers buckled up and stay alert to the movement of heavy compaction machinery.
4Business Disposals are Banned
Plumbers, roofers, and independent contractors cannot use this taxpayer-funded site to dump their professional refuse. Anyone attempting to sneak in trade materials will face an immediate ban from the facility.
5The Charity Upcycling Hub
Instead of destroying perfectly functional items like dining chairs or vintage board games, consider their second-hand value. The onsite team will gladly direct you to a specialized container where usable goods are set aside for charitable causes.
6Blocked Hazards and Construction Quotas
Dangerous items including intact gas cylinders, toxic pesticides, and heavy-duty commercial tyres will be outright refused. You must also abide by the county's strict frequency limits if you are disposing of minor domestic rubble.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have to book to use this facility?
Do you open on public holidays?
Are twin-axle trailers permitted?
Can I drop off waste from a home renovation?
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