​Seahouses Recycling Centre – Local Tip: Opening Times, Rules & Booking

Open today : 08:00 - 19:30

If you are using a larger vehicle, find out if you need a van permit for Seahouses Recycling Centre, we provide all the necessary northumberland county council site rules, opening hours, and car booking details for this busy rubbish tip located in Seahouses, Northumberland.

Location & Address

Broad Rd, North Sunderland, Seahouses
Seahouses, Northumberland
NE68 7UP

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Contact Information

Phone Number

0345 600 6400
Reuse Shop No
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 - 19:30
  • tuesday Closed
  • wednesday Closed
  • thursday Closed
  • friday 08:00 - 19:30
  • saturday 08:00 - 19:30
  • sunday 08:00 - 19:30

Winter Hours

1 November to 31 March

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

Holiday & Closures

Christmas DayNew Year's Day

Bank Holidays

Closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day

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Accepted Items

  • bagged general household waste
  • garden waste
  • cardboard
  • glass bottles
  • TVs
  • small electrical appliances
  • wood
  • carpets
  • bulky items of household waste, such as old furniture
  • mattresses
  • scrap metal
  • drinks cartons, for example, Tetra Paks
  • Polystyrene
  • comingled materials, for example, paper, card, plastic bottles, aluminium and steel cans
  • fluorescent tubes
  • batteries, both household and vehicle
  • all white goods, for example, fridges and cookers
  • used engine oil and gas cylinders
  • vape tubes
  • emulsion paint
  • tyres
  • coffee machine pods
  • UPVC
  • DIY waste
  • ceramic pipes
  • sinks
  • pedestals
  • toilets
  • bidets
  • shower screens
  • windowpanes
  • bricks
  • breeze blocks
  • concrete and paving slabs
  • gravel
  • stone
  • sand
  • rubble
  • hard core
  • tarmac
  • plasterboard
  • tiles
  • slates
  • soil

Rejected Items

  • Commercial or trade waste
  • Hazardous waste or chemicals
  • Waste in wheelie bins
  • Tractors or other agricultural vehicles
  • Horseboxes

Chargeable Items

Bag or sheet or equivalent£2.75
Standard car or hatchback fully loaded£16.50
Trailer less than 5ft fully loaded£27.50
Estate or small van or 4x4 or pickup fully loaded£27.50
Trailer longer than 5ft fully loaded£55.00 plus £11.00 per foot over 5ft
Transit van fully loaded£110.00

Is there a place for fridges at this centre?

Unfortunately, fridges are not permitted here.

Do you take mattresses for disposal?

No, this tip cannot process mattresses.

Will this facility take my sofa?

Yes, bulky waste like couches is accepted.

What to know before visiting Seahouses Tip

1Locating the Coastal Depot

Nestled near the stunning coastline on Seafield Road, getting here is a scenic drive. Follow the route past the local golf club and you will spot the fenced compound shortly after.

2Establishing Your Local Footprint

The site supervisors are required to verify your residential status before you can use the bins. Flashing a recent council letter or your photo license proves you legitimately belong to the catchment area.

3Authorising Big Rigs and Trailers

Should you need to transport your junk in a pick-up truck or using a large towed attachment, a civic voucher is legally required. Submit your details online to get this clearance sorted days ahead.

4Site Etiquette and Foot Protection

Never wander around this Waste Tip in flimsy sandals or barefoot, as unseen sharp objects pose a real danger. Adhere to the strict pedestrian walkways and keep children securely inside the vehicle.

5Streamlining Your Drop-Off

Do the hard work at home by dividing your refuse into clear categories. Bagging your textiles separately from your scrap wood ensures a rapid and efficient visit once you park up.

6Exclusively for Domestic Purges

The skips are funded solely for everyday household clear-outs. Builders, roofers, and commercial cleaners are strictly blocked from dumping their professional offcuts at this location.

7Dealing with Hazardous Components

Be highly cautious with materials like corrugated asbestos or full gas canisters. These dangerous goods cannot be mixed with standard rubbish and require a completely different, highly regulated disposal method.

8Promoting Community Donations

Before you throw a decent mirror or a working lamp into the skip, check if it can be salvaged. The on-site team operates a recovery zone specifically for charitable reuse.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are pre-booked slots required?
No, prior registration is not needed.
Is the site closed on bank holidays?
Yes, you can bring your recycling on a bank holiday.
Can I visit the tip with a trailer attached?
Yes, we accept both vans and trailers.
Are construction materials from DIY accepted?
Yes, you can drop off waste from your bathroom renovation.

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