​Guide to Princes Drive Recycling Centre & Tip: Opening Hours, Rules & Booking

Open today : 08:30 - 17:45

Do not get turned away at the tip, always check the site rules and rejected items for Princes Drive Recycling Centre before you travel, learn about the warwickshire county council car booking system, van permit policies, and opening hours for this Leamington Spa facility in Warwickshire.

Location & Address

Princes Drive recycling centre, Princes Drive
Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
CV31 3PH

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Contact Information

Phone Number

01926 412593
Reuse Shop Yes
Disabled Access Yes
Staff Assistance Yes
Trailers Allowed Yes
Local ID Required No
Height Barrier1.98m

Opening Hours

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday 09:30 - 15:15
  • tuesday 09:30 - 15:15
  • wednesday 09:30 - 18:15
  • thursday 09:30 - 15:15
  • friday 09:30 - 15:15
  • saturday 08:30 - 17:45
  • sunday 08:30 - 17:45

Winter Hours

1 October to 31 March

  • monday 09:30 - 15:15
  • tuesday 09:30 - 15:15
  • wednesday 09:30 - 15:15
  • thursday 09:30 - 15:15
  • friday 09:30 - 15:15
  • saturday 08:30 - 16:15
  • sunday 08:30 - 16:15

Holiday & Closures

25 December26 December1 January

Bank Holidays

Closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Closes at 12:30 on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.

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Accepted Items

  • Batteries
  • Car batteries
  • Cardboard
  • Carpet
  • Clothes
  • Cartons
  • Cooking oil
  • Electrical goods
  • Foil, food tins and drink cans
  • Fridges and freezers
  • Furniture
  • Garden waste
  • Glass
  • Household waste
  • Mattresses
  • Mobile phones
  • Paper
  • Plastic
  • Printer cartridges
  • Scrap metal
  • Shoes
  • Telephone directories
  • TVs and monitors
  • Vapes
  • Wood and timber

Rejected Items

  • Asbestos
  • Ammunition/explosives
  • Chemicals
  • Clinical waste
  • Fluorescent tubes
  • Fireworks
  • Gas bottles
  • Medicines
  • Hardcore, rubble and soil
  • Hazardous/restricted waste
  • Paint
  • Plasterboard
  • Tyres
  • Used engine oil

Chargeable Items

Commercial and chargeable household wastePay-as-you-throw scheme applies

Is a fridge permitted at this location?

Yes, this location handles fridge recycling.

Can I leave my mattress for recycling?

Yes, throwing away an old mattress is allowed.

Are domestic settees taken here?

Yes, this waste centre processes old couches.

What to know before visiting Princes Drive Tip

1Securing a Slot and Proving Residency

Spontaneous drop-offs are a thing of the past, meaning you must reserve a specific window through the local authority web portal. Have your driving license or council tax paperwork ready on the dashboard to show the greeters you are from the area.

2Directions Around Leamington Spa

This civic amenity site is positioned centrally on Princes Drive. Making a trip to this rubbish tip is straightforward, as it is highly visible just after passing Victoria Park and right before the railway viaduct.

3Driving a Commercial Vehicle

Should you be driving a flatbed, a hired transit, or towing anything substantial, there is an extra administrative step. You are obligated to secure a distinct large-vehicle permission slip well before setting off.

4On-site Hazards and Dress Code

Protective clothing is heavily advised when dealing with heavy or sharp refuse. Furthermore, under no circumstances should you wander outside of the designated walking bays, as heavy loaders are constantly maneuvering around the compactors.

5Private Households Only

This infrastructure is funded solely for domestic inhabitants. Should the staff suspect your load originates from a commercial landscaping or building firm, they reserve the right to instantly terminate your visit.

6The Upcycling Initiative

Stop and think before chucking out perfectly good homewares. The on-site thrift shop team is always eager to receive books, ornaments, and clean textiles, helping to divert usable goods away from landfill.

7Prohibited Dangerous Substances

A zero-tolerance policy applies to highly reactive materials. Keep all types of asbestos, compressed oxygen tanks, and agricultural poisons far away from this compound, as they require specialized environmental disposal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I visit without booking?
No, you can access the site without booking.
What are the bank holiday opening times?
Yes, we accept rubbish on bank holidays.
Can I tow a trailer to this facility?
Yes, dropping off rubbish in a van or trailer is completely fine.
Is household DIY waste permitted?
No, mixed DIY waste is strictly prohibited.

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