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We are your greener future. With 16 recycling centres across the county, we're encouraging recycling and reuse wherever possible. See what else the council does
We are your greener future. With 16 recycling centres across the county, we're encouraging recycling and reuse wherever possible. See what else the council does
Opening hours d04e6114-e2fc-4e9e-86a3-231048167d82 Opening hours Monday 10am – 6pm Tuesday 10am – 6pm Wednesday 10am – 6pm Thursday 10am – 6pm Friday 10am – 6pm Saturday 10am – 6pm Sunday 10am – 6pm We stop letting in new visitors up to 30 minutes before closing.
Information: We're open on all bank holidays except Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Bring proof of address when you visit. You can visit this recycling centre if you pay your Council Tax to Hertfordshire or Essex councils. Please bring proof of address (e.g. driving licence, Council Tax bill, Hertfordshire bus pass or a utility bill). If you’re visiting from Essex, you’ll also need a permit. How busy is the recycling centre right now?
Visiting with a van, trailer or from outside Hertfordshire? You'll need a permit. Business waste? We don't accept it. Find out where to take commercial waste. DIY or home improvement waste? We only accept a limited amount – check our DIY waste restrictions or you may be turned away.
What bins are available Wood Mixed recycling Hardcore and rubble Scrap metal Rigid plastics Garden waste Glass bottles and jars Paper Plasterboard Cardboard Fridges / Freezers Non-recyclables / Rubbish Large non-recyclables / Rubbish Large domestic appliances / Metal Soil Small appliances Soft furnishings Textiles Available Household batteries Available Last updated: 25/08/2025 12:24pm Bin availability can change quickly when we're busy. If a bin is full by the time you arrive, we'll tell you if it's due to be emptied. For a full list of what you can and can't recycle Search our A-Z list.
Too good to throw away? Donate unwanted items or pick up a bargain at Ware reuse shop. Opening hours, directions and contact details
Tips to avoid the queues Try to avoid school and bank holidays. Pre-sort your waste to save time when you get here. Try using other recycling points.
Safety Our guidance for visitors explains what you can expect from our centres and staff, and what we expect from you. Please stay safe and treat our staff with respect. Aggression towards our staff could lead to prosecution. Privacy CCTV, number plate recognition and body worn video cameras – why we have them and what we do with the data. Assistance If you have a disability that makes it difficult to climb steps, do ask our site staff for help.
Safety Our guidance for visitors explains what you can expect from our centres and staff, and what we expect from you. Please stay safe and treat our staff with respect. Aggression towards our staff could lead to prosecution. Privacy CCTV, number plate recognition and body worn video cameras – why we have them and what we do with the data. Assistance If you have a disability that makes it difficult to climb steps, do ask our site staff for help.