Faversham Recycling Centre
Preston Forge, Salters Lane, Faversham, ME13 8AF
Faversham Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Faversham, run by Kent County Council. You need to book before you visit.
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Opening times
- Monday
- 8am to 4:30pm
- Tuesday
- 8am to 4:30pm
- Wednesday
- 8am to 4:30pm
- Thursday
- 8am to 4:30pm
- Friday
- 8am to 4:30pm
- Saturday
- 8am to 4:30pm
- Sunday
- 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?
Yes. You need to book before you visit Faversham Recycling Centre.
Book a slot on the Kent County Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
Visitors must reserve a 30-minute time slot online, which can be done up to two weeks ahead or on the day if space permits.
Who can use it?
Faversham Recycling Centre is for residents of Kent only.
- What to bring
- Booking reference and proof of address.
Can I take a van?
Yes, with a permit. Vans need a permit to use Faversham Recycling Centre.
Apply for a permit on the Kent County Council van permit page (opens in a new tab).
A permit is mandatory for all vans and trailers.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Cooking Oil
- Electricals
- Glass
- Green Waste
- Metals
- Paint
- Paper
- Plastics
- Wood
What it does not take
- Asbestos
- Explosive Materials
- Trade WasteCommercial waste is not permitted.
- Tyres
Site rules
- Pedestrians are not permitted to bring waste onto the premises.
Recycling centres near Faversham Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sittingbourne Recycling Centre | 7 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Canterbury Household Waste Recycling Centre | 9 miles | Booking required | Mon, Tue, Fri and Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm; closed Wed and Thu |
| Ashford Household Waste Recycling Centre | 11 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Herne Bay Recycling Centre | 13 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Hoath Way Household Waste Site | 14 miles | Booking required | Daily 8am to 4pm |
| Capstone Household Waste Recycling Centre | 15 miles | Booking required | Daily 8am to 4pm |
Towns near Faversham Recycling Centre
Faversham Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Faversham, Whitstable, Sittingbourne, Canterbury, Minster, Fordwich, Ashford, Kent, Sheerness, Herne Bay, New Romney and Lydd.
Questions about Faversham Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Faversham Recycling Centre?
Faversham Recycling Centre is open Monday to Saturday, 8am to 4:30pm; Sunday, 9am to 4pm.
Is Faversham Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Faversham Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
What can I take to Faversham Recycling Centre?
Faversham Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, cooking oil, electricals, glass, green waste, metals, paint, paper, plastics and wood. It does not take asbestos, explosive materials, trade waste and tyres.
Where is Faversham Recycling Centre?
Faversham Recycling Centre is at Preston Forge, Salters Lane, Faversham, ME13 8AF.
Who runs Faversham Recycling Centre?
Faversham Recycling Centre is run by Kent County Council.