Dorchester Recycling Centre
Louds Mill, St George's Road, Dorchester, DT1 1PE
Dorchester Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Dorchester, run by Dorset Council. You need to book before you visit.
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Opening times
- Monday
- 9am to 6pm
- Tuesday
- 9am to 6pm
- Wednesday
- 9am to 6pm
- Thursday
- 9am to 6pm
- Friday
- 9am to 6pm
- Saturday
- 9am to 6pm
- Sunday
- 9am to 6pm
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 Dorchester Recycling Centre.
Book a slot on the Dorset Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
You must book a slot to visit this site, including for DIY waste disposal.
Who can use it?
Dorchester Recycling Centre is for residents of Dorset only.
- What to bring
- Driving licence or utility bill.
Can I take a van?
Yes, with a permit. Vans need a permit to use Dorchester Recycling Centre.
Apply for a permit on the Dorset Council van permit page (opens in a new tab).
Vans and trailers need a permit to enter.
What you can take
- Cardboard
- Electricals
- Engine Oil
- Furniture
- Glass
- Green Waste
- Metals
- Paper
- Plastics
- Textiles
- Timber
Taken with limits
- Hazardous ChemicalsThese require a special collection service.
What it does not take
- Gas Bottles
- Mercury
- Trade WasteCommercial waste is not permitted.
Site rules
- Expect potential traffic queues on St George's Road.
Recycling centres near Dorchester Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weymouth Recycling Centre | 6 miles | Booking required | Daily 9am to 6pm |
| Portland Recycling Centre | 11 miles | Booking required | Daily 9am to 6pm |
| Wareham Recycling Centre | 13 miles | Booking required | Daily 9am to 6pm |
| Blandford Recycling Centre | 16 miles | Booking required | Daily 10am to 5pm |
| Bridport Recycling Centre | 16 miles | Booking varies | Daily 9am to 6pm |
| Sherborne Recycling Centre | 16 miles | Booking required | Daily 9am to 5pm |
Towns near Dorchester Recycling Centre
Dorchester Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Dorchester, Chickerell, Weymouth, Bridport, Sturminster Newton, Beaminster and Stalbridge.
Questions about Dorchester Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Dorchester Recycling Centre?
Dorchester Recycling Centre is open every day, 9am to 6pm.
Is Dorchester Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Dorchester Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
What can I take to Dorchester Recycling Centre?
Dorchester Recycling Centre takes cardboard, electricals, engine oil, furniture, glass, green waste, metals, paper, plastics, textiles, timber and hazardous chemicals. It does not take gas bottles, mercury and trade waste.
Where is Dorchester Recycling Centre?
Dorchester Recycling Centre is at Louds Mill, St George's Road, Dorchester, DT1 1PE.
Who runs Dorchester Recycling Centre?
Dorchester Recycling Centre is run by Dorset Council.