Folkestone Recycling Centre
Ross Way, Shorncliffe, Folkestone, CT20 3UJ
Folkestone Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Folkestone, 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 Folkestone Recycling Centre.
Book a slot on the Kent County Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
You must reserve a time slot online for every visit.
Who can use it?
Folkestone Recycling Centre is for residents of Kent only.
- What to bring
- Proof of address and booking reference.
- If you live elsewhere
- Visitors from outside the area can pay a £10 fee per visit using a card on-site.
Can I take a van?
Yes, with a permit. Vans need a permit to use Folkestone Recycling Centre.
Apply for a permit on the Kent County Council van permit page (opens in a new tab).
Vans and trailers require a valid permit to enter.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Cooking Oil
- Electricals
- Glass
- Green Waste
- Metals
- Paint
- Paper
- Plastics
- Wood
What it does not take
- Asbestos
- Clinical Waste
- Trade WasteCommercial waste is not permitted.
- Tyres
Charges
A £10 access fee applies for non-residents.
Recycling centres near Folkestone Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dover Recycling Centre | 8 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| New Romney Recycling Centre | 11 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Ashford Household Waste Recycling Centre | 13 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Deal Household Waste Recycling Centre | 15 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Canterbury Household Waste Recycling Centre | 15 miles | Booking required | Mon, Tue, Fri and Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm; closed Wed and Thu |
| Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre | 18 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
Towns near Folkestone Recycling Centre
Folkestone Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Folkestone, Hythe, Kent, Dover, New Romney, Ashford, Kent, Lydd and Rye.
Questions about Folkestone Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Folkestone Recycling Centre?
Folkestone Recycling Centre is open Monday to Saturday, 8am to 4:30pm; Sunday, 9am to 4pm.
Is Folkestone Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Folkestone Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
What can I take to Folkestone Recycling Centre?
Folkestone Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, cooking oil, electricals, glass, green waste, metals, paint, paper, plastics and wood. It does not take asbestos, clinical waste, trade waste and tyres.
Where is Folkestone Recycling Centre?
Folkestone Recycling Centre is at Ross Way, Shorncliffe, Folkestone, CT20 3UJ.
Who runs Folkestone Recycling Centre?
Folkestone Recycling Centre is run by Kent County Council.