Tunbridge Wells Household Waste Recycling Centre & Tip: Opening Hours & Booking Rules
Do not get turned away at the tip, always check the site rules and rejected items for Tunbridge Wells Household Waste Recycling Centre before you travel, learn about the kent county council car booking system, van permit policies, and opening hours for this Tunbridge Wells facility in Kent.
Location & Address
North Farm Lane
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
TN2 3EE
Contact Information
Phone Number
03000 41 73 73Opening Hours
Summer Hours
1 April to 30 September
- monday 08:00 - 16:30
- tuesday 08:00 - 16:30
- wednesday 08:00 - 16:30
- thursday 08:00 - 16:30
- friday 08:00 - 16:30
- saturday 08:00 - 16:30
- sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Winter Hours
1 October to 31 March
- monday 08:00 - 16:30
- tuesday 08:00 - 16:30
- wednesday 08:00 - 16:30
- thursday 08:00 - 16:30
- friday 08:00 - 16:30
- saturday 08:00 - 16:30
- sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Holiday & Closures
Bank Holidays
09:00 - 16:00
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Accepted Items
Rejected Items
Chargeable Items
Do you handle household fridge recycling?
Yes, household fridges are part of our accepted items.
Is mattress disposal allowed here?
No, we do not allow mattress disposal at this site.
Can I get rid of a settee at this tip?
Yes, this site will let you drop off a settee.
What to know before visiting Tunbridge Wells Tip
1Heading to the North Farm Estate
Located on North Farm Lane, reaching this facility involves navigating through the notoriously busy retail park traffic. Plan your journey carefully, as weekend afternoons can see significant congestion building up around the approaches to your local tip.
2Obtaining Your Digital Entry Token
The barrier system operates on a strictly reserved basis, meaning you need to log on to the municipality portal to claim a time allowance. Arriving without a registered digital footprint guarantees you will be refused access.
3Passing the Postcode Inspection
Staff members are required to confirm you are a taxpayer within the correct jurisdiction. Supplying a recent water bill or an official government identification card proves you have the right to utilize these taxpayer-funded skips.
4Safeguarding Taxpayer Resources
Those operating a registered business or conducting paid clearance work are not permitted to dump their yields here. Corporate waste disposal is a paid service and must be handled by private commercial weighbridges.
5Segregating Your Boot Contents
To prevent bottlenecking on the upper ramps, arrange your cardboard, glass, and green cuttings into separate piles at home. A logically packed vehicle ensures you can quickly distribute your recyclables and depart without delay.
6Protecting Your Toes and Paws
Open-toed sandals or flip-flops are strongly discouraged due to the likelihood of shattered glass or rusty nails on the concrete. Make sure you dress appropriately and always use the clearly marked pedestrian crossings.
7Refusing Dangerous Compounds
Do not pack hazardous agricultural chemicals, highly flammable liquids, or unspent fireworks. Bringing these restricted elements onto the premises is highly dangerous and explicitly forbidden by the site's operating licence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I visit without booking?
Is the site closed on bank holidays?
Do you accept vehicles with trailers?
Is DIY construction waste allowed?
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