​Waveney Road Recycling Centre & Tip – Booking, Opening Hours & Waste Rules

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Do you need to book a slot before visiting the tip in Ballymena? Discover the car booking rules, opening times, and accepted waste items for Waveney Road Recycling Centre, proudly managed by mid and east antrim borough council in County Antrim.

No Car Booking Needed
No Van Permit Needed
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Location & Address

Waveney Road
Ballymena, County Antrim
BT43 5EA

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Contact Information

Phone Number

0300 124 5000

Email Address

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

Opening Times

Summer Hours

  • monday 09:00 - 17:00
  • tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
  • wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
  • thursday 09:00 - 19:00
  • friday 09:00 - 19:00
  • saturday 09:00 - 17:00
  • sunday Closed

Winter Hours

  • monday 09:00 - 17:00
  • tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
  • wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
  • thursday 09:00 - 19:00
  • friday 09:00 - 19:00
  • saturday 09:00 - 17:00
  • sunday Closed

Holiday & Closures

Bank Holiday17 March6 April7 April4 May25 May13 July14 July31 August25 December28 December1 January

Bank Holidays

Closed on selected bank holidays

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Accepted Items

  • Domestic Rubble and Ceramics
  • Fluorescent Tubes and Energy Saving Bulbs
  • Paper
  • Small Electrical Appliances
  • Cardboard
  • Fridges and Freezers
  • Wood, Timber, MDF, Chip Board
  • Paint
  • TVs and Monitors
  • Cans
  • Textiles
  • Ink Cartridges
  • Plastic
  • Gas Cylinders
  • Used Engine Oil
  • Car Batteries
  • Scrap Metal
  • Glass
  • Household Waste
  • Green Waste
  • Large Electrical Appliances
  • Household Batteries
  • Cooking Oil
  • Furniture
  • Bicycles

Rejected Items

  • Commercial and industrial waste
  • Japanese knotweed

Chargeable Items

Commercial appliances£44.10 + VAT

Can I bring kitchen appliances like a fridge?

No, this tip cannot process refrigerators.

Can I get rid of an old mattress at this site?

Unfortunately, we cannot accept your old mattress.

Do you guys take old couches?

Yes, you can easily drop your couch into the bulky waste skip.

What to know before visiting Waveney Road Tip

1Finding the Ballymena Town Hub

Uniquely positioned right in the heart of Ballymena, this compound sits prominently on Waveney Road. It is exceptionally easy to spot, located just a stone's throw away from the main railway station.

2Electoral Boundary Verification

Because this amenity is strictly funded by local taxpayers, the entrance sentries will scrutinize your home address. Flashing your driver's card or a recent tax demand letter is the easiest way to confirm your eligibility.

3Luton and Flatbed Clearances

Those utilizing commercial-style vans or dragging substantial agricultural trailers face an extra hurdle. A formal clearance mandate must be organized via the council’s web platform to prevent an immediate rejection at the gate.

4Minimising Bay Time and Foot Protection

Group similar refuse categories together in your boot to enable swift hopping between the gantries. Furthermore, strictly observe the crawling speed limit while navigating the tip, as both pedestrians and heavy machinery share the space.

5Trade Refusal Protocol

Subcontractors and mobile mechanics seeking a free disposal method for their livelihood's waste will be bitterly disappointed. The supervisors are highly adept at spotting non-domestic loads and will dispatch them to paid commercial weighbridges.

6Giving Back and Blocking Biohazards

The on-site charity shed welcomes donations of readable books and intact homewares. Conversely, lethal inventory such as industrial chemicals, helium tanks, and structural asbestos must be managed by licensed private ecologists.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to arrange a drop-off time?
No, securing an appointment before travelling is unnecessary.
Are you open as normal on bank holidays?
No, our doors are closed on bank holidays.
Do you allow domestic waste in a van?
Yes, you may use a van to visit us.
Do you take home improvement waste?
Yes, builders rubble from DIY is accepted.

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