Sowerby Household Waste Recycling Centre & Tip – Booking, Opening Hours & Waste Rules
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Location & Address
Ox Moor Plantation Lane, Sowerby
Thirsk, North Yorkshire
YO7 1FA
Tip Opening Times
Summer Hours
1 April to 30 September
- monday 08:30 - 17:00
- tuesday 08:30 - 17:00
- wednesday Closed
- thursday 08:30 - 17:00
- friday 08:30 - 17:00
- saturday 08:30 - 17:00
- sunday 08:30 - 17:00
Winter Hours
1 October to 31 March
- monday 08:30 - 16:00
- tuesday 08:30 - 16:00
- wednesday Closed
- thursday 08:30 - 16:00
- friday 08:30 - 16:00
- saturday 08:30 - 16:00
- sunday 08:30 - 16:00
Holiday & Closures
Bank Holidays
Open every day except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day
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Accepted Items
Rejected Items
Chargeable Items
Am I allowed to bring a broken fridge?
No, fridges are strictly not accepted here.
Do you take mattresses in any condition?
Yes, we accept mattresses from local residents.
Am I allowed to bring an old couch?
Yes, we accept both 2-seater and 3-seater sofas.
Essential briefing for Sowerby Tip
1Establishing North Yorkshire Roots
To bypass the gate checks, drivers must present an authentic document tying them to a local parish. Having your digital council tax summary or a physical driver's card ready prevents holdups.
2Pinpointing Ox Moor Plantation Lane
You can track down this compound at postcode YO7 1FA. It sits just off the A168 near Thirsk, enveloped by the scenic Ox Moor Plantation area.
3Authorisation for Commercial-Scale Vans
Rolling up in a hired Luton or hauling a heavy-duty trailer? You must process a digital waiver via the municipal platform first, otherwise the barrier team will deny you entry.
4Guarding Against Accidents on Site
Sort your metals, plastics, and green clippings beforehand so your drop-off is rapid. For your own security, pedestrians are firmly prohibited, and sturdy enclosed footwear is heavily mandated to avoid puncture wounds.
5Prohibition on Paid Contractor Debris
This Tip is explicitly financed for household errands. Landscape gardeners or bathroom fitters trying to offload their clients' rubbish will be swiftly ejected by the observant staff.
6Banning Highly Unsafe Compounds
Volatile substances like liquid propane, toxic agricultural sprays, and loose asbestos panels are entirely rejected. You must contract a certified hazmat team for these specific threats.
7Feeding the Circular Resale Market
Before tossing an intact chest of drawers or a functioning vacuum, consult the attendants. The designated recovery cabin salvages these pristine goods to fund community initiatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to register before going?
Do bank holidays affect your opening hours?
Do you allow domestic waste in a van?
Can I throw away home renovation debris?
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