Dunbar Recycling Centre
Spott Road, Dunbar, EH42 1RS
Dunbar Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Dunbar, run by East Lothian Council. Cars can visit without booking; vans and trailers need a booked slot.
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Opening times
- Monday
- 8:30am to 5pm
- Tuesday
- 8:30am to 5pm
- Wednesday
- 8:30am to 5pm
- Thursday
- 8:30am to 5pm
- Friday
- 8:30am to 5pm
- Saturday
- 8:30am to 5pm
- Sunday
- 8:30am to 5pm
Bank holiday and Christmas opening times
- Christmas Day25 December
- Closed
- New Year's Day1 January
- Closed
Do you need to book?
Only for a van or trailer. Cars can visit Dunbar Recycling Centre without booking, but vans and trailers need a booked slot.
Book a van or trailer slot on the East Lothian Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
Standard cars, estates, and people carriers do not need a booking. Vans of any size and vehicles towing trailers must reserve a 15-minute slot beforehand.
Who can use it?
Dunbar Recycling Centre is for residents of East Lothian only.
- What to bring
- Proof of address, such as a driving licence.
Can I take a van?
Yes, if you book. Vans and trailers need a booked slot at Dunbar Recycling Centre.
Vans of any size and vehicles towing trailers must book a 15-minute slot in advance.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Cooking Oil
- Electricals
- Garden Waste
- Glass
- Metals
- Paper
- Plastics
- Wood
What it does not take
- Asbestos
- Paint
- Trade WasteCommercial waste is not accepted at this location.
- Tyres
Site rules
- The facility is situated near the A1.
Recycling centres near Dunbar Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Berwick Recycling Centre | 9 miles | Vans and trailers book | Daily 8:30am to 5pm |
| Macmerry Recycling Centre | 15 miles | Vans and trailers book | Not listed |
| Duns Recycling Centre | 17 miles | Vans and trailers book | Mon, Wed and Fri 10am to 4:45pm; Tue 10am to 6:45pm; Sat and Sun 9am to 4:45pm; closed Thu |
| Pittenweem Recycling Centre | 18 miles | Booking required | Daily 9am to 5:45pm |
| Eyemouth Recycling Centre | 19 miles | Vans and trailers book | Mon 10am to 6:45pm; Wed and Thu 10am to 4:45pm; Sat and Sun 9am to 4:45pm; closed Tue and Fri |
| Kinwegar Recycling Centre | 19 miles | Vans and trailers book | Daily 8:30am to 5pm |
Towns near Dunbar Recycling Centre
Dunbar Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Dunbar, North Berwick, Haddington, Duns and Eyemouth.
Questions about Dunbar Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Dunbar Recycling Centre?
Dunbar Recycling Centre is open every day, 8:30am to 5pm.
Is Dunbar Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Dunbar Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
What can I take to Dunbar Recycling Centre?
Dunbar Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, cooking oil, electricals, garden waste, glass, metals, paper, plastics and wood. It does not take asbestos, paint, trade waste and tyres.
Where is Dunbar Recycling Centre?
Dunbar Recycling Centre is at Spott Road, Dunbar, EH42 1RS.
Who runs Dunbar Recycling Centre?
Dunbar Recycling Centre is run by East Lothian Council.