Chelmsford Recycling Centre
Drovers Way, North Springfield, Chelmsford, CM2 5PH
Chelmsford Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Chelmsford, run by Essex County Council. You need to book before you visit.
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Opening times
- Monday
- 9am to 5pm
- Tuesday
- 9am to 5pm
- Wednesday
- 9am to 5pm
- Thursday
- 9am to 5pm
- Friday
- 9am to 5pm
- Saturday
- 9am to 5pm
- Sunday
- 9am to 5pm
Summer hours from March 1 to October 15 are 9am to 5pm. Winter hours from October 16 to February 28 are 9am to 4pm.
Bank holiday and Christmas opening times
- Christmas Day25 December
- Closed
- Boxing Day26 December
- Closed
- New Year's Day1 January
- Closed
Do you need to book?
Yes. You need to book before you visit Chelmsford Recycling Centre.
Book a slot on the Essex County Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
All vehicles must reserve a slot, except for cyclists, pedestrians, and Blue Badge holders.
Who can use it?
Chelmsford Recycling Centre is for residents of Essex only.
- What to bring
- Booking confirmation and proof of address.
Can I take a van?
Yes, if you book. Vans and trailers need a booked slot at Chelmsford Recycling Centre.
Vans must book a slot in advance.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Electricals
- Engine Oil
- Garden Waste
- Glass
- Metals
- Paper
- Plastics
- Textiles
- Wood
What it does not take
- Business Waste
- Commercial Waste
- Trade Waste
- Tyres
Site rules
- Only household waste is permitted.
Recycling centres near Chelmsford Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Witham Recycling Centre | 6 miles | Booking required | Mon to Wed and Fri to Sun 9am to 5pm; closed Thu |
| Maldon Recycling Centre | 8 miles | Booking required | Daily 9am to 5pm |
| South Woodham Ferrers Recycling Centre | 8 miles | Booking required | Mon and Thu to Sun 9am to 5pm; closed Tue and Wed |
| Mountnessing Recycling Centre | 9 miles | Booking required | Mon and Wed to Sun 9am to 5pm; closed Tue |
| Braintree Recycling Centre | 9 miles | Booking varies | Daily 9am to 5pm |
| Great Dunmow Recycling Centre | 10 miles | Booking varies | Daily 9am to 5pm |
Towns near Chelmsford Recycling Centre
Chelmsford Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Chelmsford, Witham, Maldon, Ingatestone, Braintree and Great Dunmow.
Questions about Chelmsford Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Chelmsford Recycling Centre?
Chelmsford Recycling Centre is open every day, 9am to 5pm.
Is Chelmsford Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Chelmsford Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
What can I take to Chelmsford Recycling Centre?
Chelmsford Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, electricals, engine oil, garden waste, glass, metals, paper, plastics, textiles and wood. It does not take business waste, commercial waste, trade waste and tyres.
Where is Chelmsford Recycling Centre?
Chelmsford Recycling Centre is at Drovers Way, North Springfield, Chelmsford, CM2 5PH.
Who runs Chelmsford Recycling Centre?
Chelmsford Recycling Centre is run by Essex County Council.