Epping Recycling Centre
Luxborough Lane, Chigwell, IG7 5AA
Epping Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Chigwell, run by Essex County Council. Some visits need a booking and others do not.
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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 1 March to 15 October are 9am to 5pm. Winter hours from 16 October to 28 February 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?
It depends on the visit. Some visits to Epping Recycling Centre need a booking and others do not.
When you need one, book on the Essex County Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
Booking is mandatory for cars and vans, but pedestrians, cyclists, and Blue Badge holders are exempt.
Who can use it?
Epping Recycling Centre is for residents of the Essex County Council area 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 Epping Recycling Centre.
Vans must book a slot to visit.
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 accepted.
Recycling centres near Epping Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chigwell Road Reuse and Recycling Centre | 2 miles | Booking varies | Daily 7:30am to 4:30pm |
| Kings Road Reuse and Recycling Centre | 2 miles | Booking required | Daily 8:45am to 4:15pm |
| South Access Road Reuse and Recycling Centre | 5 miles | Booking required | Daily 8:45am to 4:15pm |
| Park View Road Reuse and Recycling Centre | 5 miles | Booking required | Daily 8:45am to 4:15pm |
| Frizlands Lane Recycling Centre | 6 miles | Booking varies | Mon to Fri 7:30am to 4:30pm; Sat 7:30am to 4pm; Sun 8am to 4pm |
| Barrowell Green Recycling Centre | 7 miles | Booking required | Tue to Sun 8am to 4pm; closed Mon |
Towns near Epping Recycling Centre
Epping Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Buckhurst Hill, Chigwell, Loughton, Walthamstow, Ilford, Barking, Epping, Romford, Waltham Cross, Cheshunt, Chipping Ongar and Harlow.
Questions about Epping Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Epping Recycling Centre?
Epping Recycling Centre is open every day, 9am to 5pm.
Is Epping Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Epping Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
What can I take to Epping Recycling Centre?
Epping 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 Epping Recycling Centre?
Epping Recycling Centre is at Luxborough Lane, Chigwell, IG7 5AA.
Who runs Epping Recycling Centre?
Epping Recycling Centre is run by Essex County Council.