South Woodham Ferrers Recycling Centre – Local Tip: Opening Times, Rules & Booking
Do not get turned away at the tip, always check the site rules and rejected items for South Woodham Ferrers Recycling Centre before you travel, learn about the essex county council car booking system, van permit policies, and opening hours for this South Woodham Ferrers facility in Essex.
Location & Address
Ferrers Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5ZA
South Woodham Ferrers, Essex
CM3 5ZA
Contact Information
Phone Number
0345 743 0430Opening Hours
Summer Hours
1 March to 15 October
- monday 09:00 - 17:00
- tuesday Closed
- wednesday Closed
- 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 Closed
- wednesday Closed
- 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
Can I bring a standard household fridge?
No, fridges are strictly prohibited at this site.
Can I bring a large mattress?
No, we do not have a skip for mattresses.
Can I bring my damaged sofa?
Yes, we accept both 2-seater and 3-seater sofas.
What to know before visiting South Woodham Ferrers Tip
1Directions to the Ferrers Road Compound
Sited conveniently on the eastern outskirts of the town, this drop-off point is a breeze to reach from the main bypass. If you are travelling near the compass gardens, simply follow the well-placed road signs directing you straight to the entrance.
2Pre-Planned Admissions Process
The days of simply queuing up at your leisure are over; a secured internet booking is now a strict prerequisite. Upon pulling up to this waste tip, wind down your window and hold up a recent household bill to verify your right to use the amenity.
3Load Preparation and Yard Etiquette
Dismantling bulky furniture beforehand will save you immense effort when depositing it into the high-sided containers. Please remember to adhere to the walking routes painted on the floor of the local tip, keeping children securely strapped in the back seat.
4Contractor Refuse Policy
Taxpayer funds do not cover the destruction of trade materials, meaning builders and independent tradespeople cannot dump their leftovers here. You will be politely asked to vacate the rubbish tip if your boot is stuffed with professional construction debris.
5Charitable Salvage Operations
Have a quick think before chucking away that working television or solid oak table. Speak to the crew about their dedicated reuse cabin, which serves to rescue high-quality goods for those in need rather than destroying them.
6Vetoed Substances and Soil Limitations
Please be advised that explosive items, hazardous paints, and large-scale agricultural tyres face a blanket ban. Furthermore, minor construction waste like bathroom tiles is heavily monitored, with stringent weekly volume caps firmly in place.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation to visit?
Can I visit on a bank holiday?
Can I bring a small trailer?
Can I bring rubble and hardcore?
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