​Waterlooville Recycling Centre – Local Tip: Opening Times, Rules & Booking

Open today : 09:00 - 18:00

Do not get turned away at the tip, always check the site rules and rejected items for Waterlooville Recycling Centre before you travel, learn about the hampshire county council car booking system, van permit policies, and opening hours for this Waterlooville facility in Hampshire.

Location & Address

Darnel Road
Waterlooville, Hampshire
PO7 7TX

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

Tip Opening Times

Summer Hours

1 April to 30 September

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

Winter Hours

1 October to 31 March

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

Holiday & Closures

25 December26 December1 January

Bank Holidays

Normal opening hours except closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day

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Accepted Items

  • Animal waste
  • Baths
  • Batteries
  • Bedding, quilts, pillows, sleeping bags
  • Car batteries
  • Cardboard
  • Carpets
  • Christmas trees
  • Electrical equipment and appliances
  • Engine oil
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Fridges/freezers
  • Furniture
  • Garden waste
  • Gas bottles
  • Knives and scissors
  • Light bulbs
  • Mattress
  • Mobile phones
  • Paint
  • Plasterboard
  • Printer cartridges
  • Rubble
  • Sinks, toilets and shower trays
  • Soil
  • Upholstered domestic seating
  • Vapes and E-cigarettes
  • Wood

Rejected Items

  • Ammunition
  • Asbestos
  • Cooking oil
  • Explosives
  • Flares
  • Fuel - petrol or diesel
  • Halon fire extinguishers
  • Household and garden chemicals
  • Japanese Knotweed
  • Medicines
  • Tyres

Chargeable Items

PlasterboardCharged if exceeding household DIY allowance
RubbleCharged if exceeding household DIY allowance
Sinks, toilets and shower traysCharged if exceeding household DIY allowance
SoilCharged if exceeding household DIY allowance

Can I drop off an old fridge?

No, fridge disposal is not available at this location.

Are mattresses accepted for safe disposal?

No, you cannot drop off a mattress at this site.

Can I leave a household couch?

Yes, feel free to bring your couch down.

What to know before visiting Waterlooville Tip

1Approaching the Darnel Road Depot

Nestled in the bustling Brambles Farm industrial zone, the facility is highly accessible for those exiting the A3(M). Just look out for the prominent municipal signage as you turn off Maurepas Way.

2Mandatory Itineraries and Domicile Proof

The days of simply rolling up to the gates are firmly over. You must lock in an electronic visitation slot and present physical evidence of your local postcode to the welcoming staff.

3Clearance Protocols for Large Rigs

If your transport setup involves a flatbed truck or a significant towing apparatus, you are legally bound by stricter regulations. A specific digital exemption must be finalized before you attempt to join the queue.

4Personal Safety and Rapid Unloading

Closed-toe shoes are an absolute must to shield your feet from random sharp debris. By smartly grouping your metal and timber at home, navigating this Rubbish Tip transforms into an incredibly quick errand.

5Mandatory Invoices for Enterprises

Attempting to sneak job-site refuse into the domestic containers is heavily penalized. All rubbish stemming from a profit-driven venture must be honestly declared and paid for via the trade weighbridge.

6Diverting Goods from the Crusher

Give your outgrown bicycles and sturdy coffee tables a new lease on life. The dedicated recovery kiosk operates daily, ensuring valuable items are rescued and resold rather than needlessly destroyed.

7Absolute Exclusions for Dangerous Goods

Toxic elements such as uncured paints, gas bottles, and specific automotive fluids pose immense environmental threats. These are rigorously barred from the standard bays and require distinct, authorized disposal techniques.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation to visit?
Yes, an advance appointment is mandatory.
Can I drop rubbish off on a public holiday?
Yes, there is access to the tip on bank holidays.
Can I bring my household rubbish in a trailer?
Yes, we accept cars towing trailers.
Do you take soil and rubble?
Yes, you can get rid of your DIY waste at this centre.

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