​Shipston Recycling Centre (Waste Tip): Booking Rules & Opening Times

Open today : 08:30 - 12:15

Find the exact opening times and entry requirements for Shipston Recycling Centre in Shipston-on-Stour, whether you are arriving in a car or need a van permit, check this warwickshire county council guide to see accepted items and site rules at your local Warwickshire rubbish tip.

Location & Address

Shipston recycling centre, Brailes Road
Shipston-on-Stour, Warwickshire
CV36 5BE

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Contact Information

Phone Number

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

Tip Opening Times

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • 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 - 12:15
  • sunday 08:30 - 12:15

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 - 12:15
  • sunday 08:30 - 12:15

Holiday & Closures

All bank holidays25 December26 December1 January

Bank Holidays

Closed on all Bank Holidays. Closes at 12:30 on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.

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Accepted Items

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

Rejected Items

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

Chargeable Items

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

Can I drop my fridge off here?

No, this site is unable to accept your refrigerator.

Is dropping off a mattress permitted?

Yes, this site will let you drop off a mattress.

Can I dispose of a settee at this facility?

No, settees are not accepted at this location.

What to know before visiting Shipston Tip

1Advanced Authorisation and Identification

Entry is impossible without prior arrangement via the official Warwickshire website. The attendants are also mandated to check a physical utility invoice to confirm your eligibility as a local inhabitant.

2Locating the Brailes Road Site

Found on the eastern outskirts of Shipston-on-Stour, the facility is situated along the B4035. Keep your eyes peeled as you pass the town limits; the entrance to this waste tip appears quite suddenly on your left if you are heading towards Brailes.

3Clearance for Heavy-Duty Transport

Bringing a pickup truck or a dual-axle trailer? The standard booking process is insufficient. You must arrange for a specialized transport waiver from the municipal office to ensure the gates open for you.

4Personal Protection and Walkways

Slippers or thin sandals are banned for your own good. Always stick strictly to the marked pedestrian pathways when moving between your boot and the recycling containers to avoid accidents with reversing vehicles.

5No Enterprise Disposals Allowed

Taxpayer-funded sites like this one are ring-fenced for everyday domestic clearance. If you attempt to unload commercial roofing, shop fittings, or trade rubble, the inspectors will immediately turn you away.

6Supporting the Salvage Shop

There is an excellent salvage initiative operating right beside the main bays. The staff here will happily rescue your unwanted but functional lamps, dining chairs, and gardening equipment to be sold for a good cause.

7Absolutely Banned Items

It is crucial to understand that explosive or toxic goods cannot be processed here. Materials such as corrugated asbestos sheeting, propane bottles, and liquid wet paint will be instantly rejected.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are appointments needed here?
No, it is not obligatory to book your visit.
Does this facility open on public holidays?
No, the recycling centre does not operate on public holidays.
Are large vans allowed?
Yes, this site accommodates vans and trailers.
Can I dispose of home alteration waste?
No, this recycling centre does not take DIY waste.

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