​Reliance Street Recycling Centre & Tip Opening Times, Rules & Booking Info

Open today : 08:00 - 20:00

Your quick guide to Reliance Street Recycling Centre in Manchester, covering everything from daily opening times to manchester city council policies on car bookings, check what items you can safely leave at this Greater Manchester rubbish tip.

Location & Address

Reliance Street, Manchester
Manchester, Greater Manchester
M40 3EZ

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Contact Information

Email Address

[email protected]
Reuse Shop Yes
Disabled Access Yes
Staff Assistance Yes
Trailers Allowed Yes
Local ID Required Yes
Height BarrierNone

Opening Hours

Summer Hours

1 April to 31 October

  • monday 08:00 - 20:00
  • tuesday 08:00 - 20:00
  • wednesday 08:00 - 20:00
  • thursday 08:00 - 20:00
  • friday 08:00 - 20:00
  • saturday 08:00 - 20:00
  • sunday 08:00 - 20:00

Winter Hours

1 November to 31 March

  • monday 08:00 - 18:00
  • tuesday 08:00 - 18:00
  • wednesday 08:00 - 18:00
  • thursday 08:00 - 18:00
  • friday 08:00 - 18:00
  • saturday 08:00 - 18:00
  • sunday 08:00 - 18:00

Holiday & Closures

Christmas DayNew Years Day

Bank Holidays

08:00 - 20:00

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Accepted Items

  • Garden furniture
  • Tables, dining room furniture, sideboards
  • Sofas, chairs
  • Bed frames
  • Wardrobes, chest of draws, bed side tables
  • TV stands, TV units
  • Board games
  • Puzzles
  • Children's toys
  • Books
  • Handheld tools
  • Ladders, step ladders
  • Wheelbarrows
  • Handheld gardening tools
  • Suitcases, baskets, trunks
  • Musical instruments
  • Hand crank sewing machines
  • Crates, wooden boxes, dolls, games
  • Old signage
  • Taxidermy
  • Scooters, bikes, Darts boards, Golf clubs, golf bags
  • Tennis rackets, snooker cues
  • Exercise equipment
  • Mirrors, picture frames
  • Vases, ornaments
  • Tea sets, plates, dinner services
  • CD's, LP's, DVD's
  • Garden ornaments
  • Dog creates, cat baskets
  • Washing machines & dryers
  • Fridges & freezers
  • Dishwashers
  • Vacuum cleaners
  • Electric cookers
  • Microwaves
  • Televisions
  • Other electrical items in good condition
  • Vapes / E-cigarettes & Liquids
  • Cooking oil
  • Paint and paint cans
  • Carpets
  • Mattresses
  • Furniture
  • Media
  • Textiles
  • Household chemicals
  • Gas bottles
  • General waste
  • Hardcore and rubble
  • Soil

Rejected Items

  • Asbestos
  • Trade waste
  • Business waste
  • Torn or damaged clothing
  • Petrol / diesel / gas powered items

Will you take a household fridge?

No, fridges are strictly prohibited at this site.

Do you have space for old mattresses?

Yes, bringing a mattress is completely fine.

Do you recycle old sofas?

Yes, you can throw away your sofa here.

What to know before visiting Reliance Street Tip

1Address Affirmation Protocol

To verify your borough credentials, the gatekeepers will ask to view a digital utility statement or a physical ID. Failure to produce this will halt your visit to the tip immediately.

2Newton Heath Directions

Adjacent to the bustling Oldham Road corridor and just a short distance from Broadhurst Park football ground, the facility provides exceptional accessibility for North Manchester residents.

3Excluded Commercial Operations

Plumbers, fitters, and independent landlords cannot utilize these hoppers for their business by-products. The grounds are heavily monitored to prevent industrial exploitation.

4Clearance for Heavy-Duty Payloaders

Transit-sized motors and dual-axle trailers require a specific electronic approval code under the commercial-type vehicle rules. Do not attempt to visit this local tip without one.

5Pre-Emptive Categorisation

Consolidate your botanical trimmings, glass jars, and scrap metals while still in your driveway. This deliberate organization makes unloading at the rubbish tip phenomenally faster.

6Yard Peril Mitigation

There is zero tolerance for running across the tarmac. Stick to the designated yellow walkways, keep a close watch for reversing vehicles, and utilize high-visibility clothing if possible.

7Outlawed Volatile Goods

Combustible tanks, corrosive liquids, and fibrous structural toxins are completely outlawed. You must contact a specialized environmental contractor for these specific threats.

8Community Wealth Building

The dedicated Renew container located inside the waste tip is the perfect spot to drop off gently used toys and bric-a-brac, helping fund vital social projects across the city.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to schedule my visit?
No, you are welcome to visit without prior notice.
Is this tip open during public holidays?
Yes, we are open as usual on bank holidays.
Can I drive a van into the recycling centre?
Yes, your van or trailer is permitted here.
Can I drop off timber from a DIY job?
Yes, you can drop off DIY materials.

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