Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre

Book for vans and trailersVans must book

Erskine Ferry Road, Old Kilpatrick, G60 5EU

Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Old Kilpatrick, run by West Dunbartonshire Council. Cars can visit without booking; vans and trailers need a booked slot.

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Opening times

Monday
8am to 7:30pm
Tuesday
8am to 7:30pm
Wednesday
8am to 7:30pm
Thursday
8am to 7:30pm
Friday
8am to 7:30pm
Saturday
8am to 7:30pm
Sunday
8am to 7:30pm

From early April to late September, the site operates daily until 7:30pm. From October onwards, it shuts at 5pm every day.

Bank holiday and Christmas opening times

Christmas Day25 December
Closed
Boxing Day26 December
Closed
New Year's Day1 January
Closed
January 2nd
Closed

Do you need to book?

Only for a van or trailer. Cars can visit Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre without booking, but vans and trailers need a booked slot.

Standard cars do not require an appointment. Larger vehicles must reserve a slot at least 24 hours ahead, with requests made before midday for the following day.

Who can use it?

Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre is for residents of West Dunbartonshire only.

What to bring
Proof of address.

Can I take a van?

Yes, if you book. Vans and trailers need a booked slot at Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre.

Vans, pick-ups, and trailers are prohibited on weekends. These vehicles require a booking at least 24 hours prior, with reservations needed before midday for next-day entry.

What you can take

  • Batteries
  • Cardboard
  • Cooking Oil
  • Electricals
  • Garden Waste
  • Glass
  • Mattresses
  • Metals
  • Paper
  • Plastics
  • Wood

Taken with limits

  • Upholstered FurnitureSpecial containers are used for items like armchairs, sofas, and office chairs with padding to ensure safety compliance.

What it does not take

  • Gas Bottles
  • Trade Waste
  • Tyres

Site rules

  • Staff may request evidence of residency within West Dunbartonshire.

Recycling centres near Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre

CentreDistanceBookingUsual hours
Erskine Recycling Centre2 milesBooking variesDaily 8am to 6pm
Renfrew Recycling Centre4 milesBooking variesDaily 8am to 6pm
Linwood Recycling Centre5 milesBooking variesDaily 8am to 6pm
Underwood Road Recycling Centre (Paisley)5 milesBooking variesDaily 8am to 6pm
Dalmoak Recycling Centre6 milesVans and trailers bookDaily 8am to 7:30pm
Shieldhall Recycling Centre6 milesVans and trailers bookDaily 8am to 6pm

Towns near Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre

Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Erskine, Bishopton, Clydebank, Renfrew, Dumbarton, Bearsden, Linwood, Milngavie, Bonhill, Johnstone, Alexandria, Balloch, Port Glasgow, Greenock, Helensburgh and Gourock.

Questions about Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre

What are the opening times at Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre?

Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre is open every day, 8am to 7:30pm.

Is Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?

Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day and January 2nd.

What can I take to Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre?

Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, cooking oil, electricals, garden waste, glass, mattresses, metals, paper, plastics, wood and upholstered furniture. It does not take gas bottles, trade waste and tyres.

Where is Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre?

Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre is at Erskine Ferry Road, Old Kilpatrick, G60 5EU.

Who runs Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre?

Erskine Ferry Road Recycling Centre is run by West Dunbartonshire Council.