​Stevenage Household Waste Recycling Centre & Tip Opening Times, Rules & Booking Info

Open today : 10:00 - 17:30

Save time before heading to the rubbish tip in Stevenage by reviewing the latest details for Stevenage Household Waste Recycling Centre, check the current opening times, whether you need a van permit, and the complete hertfordshire county council list of accepted and rejected items for this Hertfordshire facility.

Location & Address

Caxton Way, Stevenage
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
SG1 2DF

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Contact Information

Phone Number

0300 123 4051

Email Address

[email protected]
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 10:00 - 17:30
  • tuesday 10:00 - 17:30
  • wednesday 10:00 - 17:30
  • thursday 10:00 - 17:30
  • friday 10:00 - 17:30
  • saturday 10:00 - 17:30
  • sunday 10:00 - 17:30

Winter Hours

1 November to 31 March

  • monday 10:00 - 17:30
  • tuesday 10:00 - 17:30
  • wednesday 10:00 - 17:30
  • thursday 10:00 - 17:30
  • friday 10:00 - 17:30
  • saturday 10:00 - 17:30
  • sunday 10:00 - 17:30

Holiday & Closures

25 December26 December1 January

Bank Holidays

Open on all bank holidays except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day

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Accepted Items

  • Wood
  • Mixed recycling
  • Hardcore and rubble
  • Paper
  • Batteries
  • Electrical items
  • Garden waste

Rejected Items

  • Business waste
  • Commercial waste

Can I leave my old refrigerator at this facility?

Unfortunately, fridges are not permitted here.

Are mattresses taken at this tip?

No, mattresses are not accepted here.

Do you accept sofas?

Yes, residents can bring couches for disposal.

What to know before visiting Stevenage Tip

1Who Can Use This Facility?

To preserve capacity for the immediate community, the barrier staff will ask to view proof of your local residency. A quick flash of a water bill gets you straight into the tip.

2Driving to Caxton Way

Situated right in the heart of the Gunnels Wood Road commercial district, this location is incredibly convenient for anyone doing a quick hop off the A1(M) junctions.

3Exemptions for Light Goods Vehicles

Anyone pulling up in a pickup truck or utilizing a domestic trailer must have previously submitted an online application to the authorities to receive a valid entry voucher.

4Navigating the Ramps and Skips

Be highly vigilant of your footing when climbing the stairs to the upper containers. Furthermore, keep all dogs inside your vehicle, as the loud noises and moving vehicles create a dangerous environment for pets.

5Banning Profit-Driven Disposals

If you are being paid to clear a garden or renovate a kitchen, you cannot dump the resulting mess here. The council actively monitors for and ejects suspected tradespeople.

6Streamlining Your Visit

Bagging up your domestic clutter into logical categories before you leave home—such as keeping plastics entirely separate from old clothing—will make your time on the gantries significantly shorter.

7Banned Propane and Corrosives

Explosive camping gas and hazardous environmental pollutants like asbestos are explicitly restricted. You must arrange for a certified specialist to remove these from your property.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is booking required?
Yes, an appointment is necessary.
Is the dump open on bank holidays?
Yes, we do not close for bank holidays.
Can I bring a trailer to this tip?
Yes, both vans and trailers are welcome.
Can I bring old kitchen units and DIY waste?
Yes, you can drop off DIY materials.

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