Balloo Recycling Centre
Balloo Drive, Bangor, BT19 7QY
Balloo Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Bangor, run by Ards and North Down Borough Council. You need to book before you visit.
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Opening times
- Monday
- 8am to 4:45pm
- Tuesday
- 8am to 4:45pm
- Wednesday
- 8am to 4:45pm
- Thursday
- 8am to 4:45pm
- Friday
- 8am to 4:45pm
- Saturday
- 9am to 4:45pm
- Sunday
- 9am to 4:45pm
Bank holiday and Christmas opening times
- Christmas Day25 December
- Closed
- New Year's Day1 January
- Closed
- St Patrick's Day17 March
- Closed
Do you need to book?
Yes. You need to book before you visit Balloo Recycling Centre.
Book a slot on the Ards and North Down Borough Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
You must reserve a slot beforehand online. Visitors without a confirmed booking will be refused entry.
Who can use it?
Balloo Recycling Centre is for residents of Ards and North Down Borough only.
- What to bring
- Proof of address.
Can I take a van?
Yes. Vans can use Balloo Recycling Centre.
Small vans and single-axle trailers are allowed. Large commercial vehicles and double-axle trailers are not permitted.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Electricals
- Furniture
- Garden Waste
- Glass
- Metals
- Paper
- Plastics
- Textiles
- Wood
Taken with limits
- Oil TanksYou must empty these and slice them into two pieces prior to your visit.
What it does not take
- Asbestos
- Clinical Waste
- Gas Bottles
- Liquid Chemicals
- Trade WasteCommercial waste is not permitted.
- Tyres
Site rules
- Gates shut between 4:30pm and 4:40pm, ensuring the site is vacated by 4:45pm.
Recycling centres near Balloo Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newtownards Household Recycling Centre | 3 miles | Booking required | Mon to Fri 8am to 4:40pm; Sat 8am to 4:10pm; closed Sun |
| North Road Recycling Centre | 3 miles | Booking varies | Mon to Fri 9am to 6pm; Sat 9am to 4pm; closed Sun |
| Donaghadee Recycling Centre | 5 miles | Booking required | Mon to Fri 8am to 4:40pm; Sat 8am to 4:10pm; closed Sun |
| Millisle Recycling Centre | 6 miles | Booking required | Mon to Fri 8am to 4:40pm; Sat 8am to 4:10pm; closed Sun |
| Holywood Recycling Centre | 7 miles | Booking required | Mon to Wed, Fri and Sat 8am to 4:40pm; Sun 10am to 3:40pm; closed Thu |
| Comber Recycling Centre | 8 miles | Booking required | Mon to Fri 8am to 4:40pm; Sat 8am to 4:10pm; closed Sun |
Towns near Balloo Recycling Centre
Balloo Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Bangor, Ards and North Down, Newtownards, Donaghadee and Carrickfergus.
Questions about Balloo Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Balloo Recycling Centre?
Balloo Recycling Centre is open Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:45pm; Saturday and Sunday, 9am to 4:45pm.
Is Balloo Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Balloo Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day, New Year's Day and St Patrick's Day.
What can I take to Balloo Recycling Centre?
Balloo Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, electricals, furniture, garden waste, glass, metals, paper, plastics, textiles, wood and oil tanks. It does not take asbestos, clinical waste, gas bottles, liquid chemicals, trade waste and tyres.
Where is Balloo Recycling Centre?
Balloo Recycling Centre is at Balloo Drive, Bangor, BT19 7QY.
Who runs Balloo Recycling Centre?
Balloo Recycling Centre is run by Ards and North Down Borough Council.