Ellon Recycling Centre
Balmacassie Commercial Park, Ellon, AB41 8QR
Ellon Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Ellon, run by Aberdeenshire 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
Bank holiday and Christmas opening times
- Christmas Day25 December
- Closed
- New Year's Day1 January
- Closed
Do you need to book?
Yes. You need to book before you visit Ellon Recycling Centre.
Book a slot on the Aberdeenshire Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
You must book your visit up to seven days in advance. Households are limited to eight bookings per week across the council area.
Who can use it?
Ellon Recycling Centre is for residents of Aberdeenshire only.
- What to bring
- Proof of address may be requested.
Can I take a van?
Yes, if you book. Vans and trailers need a booked slot at Ellon Recycling Centre.
Vans must book a slot, as every vehicle needs a booking.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Engine Oil
- Glass
- Green Waste
- Paint
- Paper
- Plastics
- Scrap Metal
- Timber
- WEEE
Take these to another site
- AsbestosThis is only accepted at specific sites.
What it does not take
- Ammunition
- Animal Carcasses
- Clinical Waste
- Explosive Materials
- Trade WasteCommercial waste is not accepted.
Site rules
- Pedestrians are not permitted on site, so all waste must arrive by vehicle.
Recycling centres near Ellon Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aden (Mintlaw) Recycling Centre | 11 miles | Booking required | Daily 9am to 5pm |
| Peterhead Recycling Centre | 12 miles | Booking required | Daily 9am to 5pm |
| Bridge of Don Recycling Centre | 13 miles | Vans and trailers book | Mon to Fri 10am to 7:45pm; Sat and Sun 9am to 7:45pm |
| Inverurie Recycling Centre | 13 miles | Booking required | Daily 9am to 5pm |
| Bucksburn Recycling Centre | 14 miles | No booking needed | Mon to Fri 10am to 7:45pm; Sat and Sun 9am to 7:45pm |
| Hazlehead Recycling Centre | 16 miles | Booking varies | Mon to Fri 10am to 7:45pm; Sat and Sun 9am to 7:45pm |
Towns near Ellon Recycling Centre
Ellon Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Ellon, Oldmeldrum and Peterhead.
Questions about Ellon Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Ellon Recycling Centre?
Ellon Recycling Centre is open every day, 9am to 5pm.
Is Ellon Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Ellon Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
What can I take to Ellon Recycling Centre?
Ellon Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, engine oil, glass, green waste, paint, paper, plastics, scrap metal, timber and WEEE. It does not take ammunition, animal carcasses, clinical waste, explosive materials and trade waste.
Where is Ellon Recycling Centre?
Ellon Recycling Centre is at Balmacassie Commercial Park, Ellon, AB41 8QR.
Who runs Ellon Recycling Centre?
Ellon Recycling Centre is run by Aberdeenshire Council.