​Torr Quarry Recycling Centre: Rubbish Tip Opening Hours, Rules & Booking

Open today : 10:00 - 18:00

Get up-to-date information for Torr Quarry Recycling Centre to make your visit hassle-free, from checking if this Kingsbridge rubbish tip requires an advance car booking to understanding the devon county council site rules in Devon, find all your answers right here.

Location & Address

Torr Quarry Recycling Centre
Kingsbridge, Devon
TQ9 7QQ

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Contact Information

Phone Number

0345 155 1010

Email Address

[email protected]
Reuse Shop Yes
Disabled Access No
Staff Assistance Yes
Trailers Allowed No
Local ID Required No
Height BarrierNone

Opening Hours

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

  • monday 09:00 - 17:00
  • tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
  • wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
  • thursday 09:00 - 17:00
  • friday 09:00 - 17:00
  • saturday 10:00 - 18:00
  • sunday 10:00 - 18:00

Winter Hours

1 October to 31 March

  • monday 09:00 - 16:30
  • tuesday 09:00 - 16:30
  • wednesday 09:00 - 16:30
  • thursday 09:00 - 16:30
  • friday 09:00 - 16:30
  • saturday 10:00 - 16:30
  • sunday 10:00 - 16:30

Holiday & Closures

Easter SundayChristmas EveChristmas DayBoxing DayNew Year's EveNew Year's Day

Bank Holidays

Closed on Easter Sunday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day

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Accepted Items

  • Aluminium and steel cans
  • Asbestos
  • Batteries – Household and car batteries
  • Bulky/rigid plastics
  • Cardboard/Greeting Cards
  • Carpets
  • Clean mixed plastic packaging, for example. food trays and yoghurt pots
  • Coffee pods – plastic and metal pods collected separately
  • Directories/Yellow Pages
  • Flat glass
  • Fluorescent tubes
  • Foil/Aluminium packaging
  • Fridges/freezers
  • Garden/green waste
  • Glass bottles and jars
  • Large electrical appliances, for example, cookers, tumble dryers, washing machines
  • Light bulbs
  • Mattresses
  • Metal
  • Night storage heaters – Please see asbestos for more information
  • Other electrical appliances, for example, toasters, lawn mowers, hairdryers, computers and laptops
  • Paper, newspapers and magazines
  • Petrol powered lawn mowers and strimmers
  • Plastic bottles
  • Printer cartridges
  • Textiles
  • Timber/wood
  • TVs/computer monitors
  • Vapes
  • Vegetable oil

Rejected Items

  • Ash
  • Business and commercial waste
  • Commercial fridges/freezers/air conditioning units
  • Dead pets, pet faeces and soiled litter/bedding material
  • Electric vehicle batteries
  • Excess dustbin/black bag waste
  • Fireworks
  • Flares, explosives and ammunition
  • Fly-tipped waste
  • Ground/Air source heat pumps
  • Oil tanks/Heating oil tanks
  • Railway sleepers/Utility poles
  • Sanitary wastes
  • Sewage/contents of drains
  • Sharps/clinical items
  • Soft furnishings/upholstered domestic seating
  • Solar storage batteries
  • Vehicles, vehicle parts, boats, caravans, trailers
  • Waste Upholstered Domestic Seating

Chargeable Items

Asbestos£6.60 per sheet/bag
Plasterboard£7.60 per sheet/bag
Soil and rubble£4.10 per bag/item
Tyres£7.60 per tyre
Bath or shower tray£6.60 each
Shower screen£6.60 each
DIY plastic£19.60 per sheet/bag

Is it okay to drop off a fridge?

No, old fridges are not taken at this centre.

Are you taking mattresses right now?

Yes, old mattresses are accepted for recycling.

Are sofas allowed at this site?

Yes, you can get rid of your sofa today.

What to know before visiting Torr Quarry Tip

1Finding the South Hams site

Situated in the heart of the South Hams countryside, this Waste Tip sits conveniently off the A381. When traveling between Totnes and Kingsbridge, look out for the dedicated slip road near East Allington to safely enter the compound.

2Passing the postcode inspection

The gatekeepers have a mandate to block non-residents from exploiting the amenities. Handing over a recent utility invoice or flashing a smartphone bill with your current address is essential to clear the initial checkpoint.

3Online clearance for towing and commercial chassis

Routine household cars breeze straight onto the site, yet those utilizing flatbeds or hitched carriers face different protocols. It is completely mandatory to lock in a virtual permit online before making your journey.

4Protecting yourself on the platforms

Industrial yards are no place for casual sandals. Outfitting yourself with enclosed, thick-soled boots protects against ground hazards, and strictly obeying the site-wide crawling speed limits prevents tragic accidents.

5Rejection of enterprise scrap

Operatives are sharply trained to spot the hallmarks of commercial offloading. If your vehicle is brimming with landscaping debris or bulk plasterboard originating from a business enterprise, your access will be instantly revoked.

6Dropping off at the community store

There is a massive push to keep good quality wares out of the ground. Take your usable bicycles, solid timber furnishings, and intact toys over to the dedicated salvage hub, where they are prepped for resale.

7Rules around dangerous refuse

Certain tricky materials require specialized processing that regular bins cannot handle. Fire extinguishers, corrosive cleaning fluids, and excessive amounts of plaster are heavily restricted, requiring you to research the current allowances prior to arrival.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to arrange my visit in advance?
No, entry is not restricted by appointments.
Is the site open for bank holidays?
Yes, we remain fully open on bank holidays.
Are trailers allowed for dropping off bulky items?
Yes, dropping off rubbish in a van or trailer is completely fine.
Can I drop off waste from a home renovation?
Yes, we have a specific area for DIY rubbish.

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