​Tain Recycling Centre (Rubbish Tip) Guide: Opening Hours, Booking & Rules

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Find everything you need to know about Tain Recycling Centre in Tain, whether you are looking for the latest opening times, van permit rules, or simply need to check if you must book your car before visiting this highland council rubbish tip in Highland, we have you covered.

Location & Address

Unit 6, Blarlaith Industrial Estate
Tain, Highland
IV19 1EB

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Reuse Shop No
Disabled Access No
Staff Assistance Yes
Trailers Allowed Yes
Local ID Required No
Height BarrierNone

Opening Times

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday
  • tuesday 10:00 - 17:00
  • wednesday 10:00 - 17:00
  • thursday 10:00 - 17:00
  • friday 10:00 - 17:00
  • saturday 10:00 - 16:00
  • sunday Closed

Winter Hours

1 October to 31 March

  • monday
  • tuesday 10:00 - 17:00
  • wednesday 10:00 - 17:00
  • thursday 10:00 - 17:00
  • friday 10:00 - 17:00
  • saturday 10:00 - 16:00
  • sunday Closed

Holiday & Closures

Bank Holidays

Closed on public bank holidays

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Accepted Items

  • Bulky household items
  • Car batteries
  • Cardboard
  • Engine oil
  • Garden waste
  • Gas cylinders
  • General household waste
  • Glass
  • Household batteries
  • Light bulbs and fluorescent tubes
  • Mixed dry recyclables
  • Oil filters
  • Plasterboard
  • Scrap metal
  • Small and large electrical appliances
  • Soil and rubble
  • Textiles
  • Wood
  • Find recycling points

Rejected Items

  • Settees, sofas, sofa beds
  • Armchairs including electric reclining chairs, home office chairs and upholstered kitchen and dining chairs
  • Futons, pouffes, upholstered stools and footstools
  • Beanbags, floor and sofa cushions

Do you guys take old fridges?

No, this tip cannot process refrigerators.

Is mattress disposal allowed here?

No, this site rejects all types of mattresses.

Can I bring a sofa here?

Yes, this facility takes old sofas.

What to know before visiting Tain Tip

1Journeying to the Morangie Enclave

Positioned just a short detour from the A9 bypass, this facility is situated on Morangie Road. As you head through the industrial outskirts of the royal burgh, prominent council signposting will guide you seamlessly into the spacious confines of this local tip.

2Advanced Scheduling for Utility Transport

Should you plan on arriving in a flatbed, a panel van, or hauling a substantial garden trailer, immediate entry is off the table. The local authority dictates that a digital authorization form must be fully processed and approved a minimum of two days prior to your arrival.

3Zero Tolerance for Commercial Undertakings

This is a fiercely guarded taxpayer asset meant exclusively for everyday household clear-outs. Should the on-site attendants suspect that your cargo stems from a paid renovation, a retail clearance, or any other financial venture, you will be swiftly instructed to exit the premises.

4Preservation of Lounge Furniture

In strict adherence to contemporary environmental safeguards concerning organic pollutants, you are forbidden from dismantling plush seating. Regardless of whether it is a bulky recliner or a simple padded footstool, the item must be surrendered in a completely whole and undamaged condition.

5Warding Off Industrial Hazards

To shield the Highland ecosystem and our frontline workers from harm, highly perilous materials are outright rejected. You must never attempt to offload pressurized propane, liquid pesticides, or corrugated asbestos sheets here; these demand the attention of specialized hazard teams.

6Re-homing Salvageable Goods

Before condemning your forgotten attic treasures to the metal skips, take a moment to evaluate their condition. There are designated charity hand-over points within the yard where functioning bicycles, readable literature, and intact ceramics can be gifted to community causes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I visit the recycling centre without a booking?
No, entering without a prior booking is fine.
Are bank holiday opening hours the same?
Yes, the site stays open on bank holidays.
Can I dispose of waste using a trailer?
Yes, you can drop off waste using a van.
Do you accept bags of DIY rubble?
Yes, DIY rubbish is permitted.

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