Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre
Gerpins Lane, Upminster, RM14 2XR
Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Upminster, run by Havering Council. Cars can visit without booking; vans and trailers need a booked slot.
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Opening times
- Monday
- 7:30am to 4:30pm
- Tuesday
- 7:30am to 4:30pm
- Wednesday
- 7:30am to 4:30pm
- Thursday
- 7:30am to 4:30pm
- Friday
- 7:30am to 4:30pm
- Saturday
- 7:30am to 4:30pm
- Sunday
- 7:30am to 4:30pm
Bank holiday and Christmas opening times
- Christmas Day25 December
- Closed
- Boxing Day26 December
- Closed
- New Year's Day1 January
- Closed
- Other Bank Holidays
- 7:30am to 4:30pm
Do you need to book?
Only for a van or trailer. Cars can visit Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre without booking, but vans and trailers need a booked slot.
Book a van or trailer slot on the Havering Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
Cars can visit without a booking, but vans and trailers must reserve a slot in advance.
Who can use it?
Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre is for residents of Havering or an ELWA borough only.
- What to bring
- Driving licence, Council Tax bill, or utility bill.
Can I take a van?
Yes, if you book. Vans and trailers need a booked slot at Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre.
Vans and trailers must book an appointment before arriving.
What you can take
- Cardboard
- Engine Oil
- Fluorescent Tubes
- Garden Waste
- Glass
- Household Waste
- Metals
- Plastic Bottles
- TVs
- Wood
What it does not take
- Asbestos
- Business WasteCommercial waste is not permitted.
- Gas Cylinders
- Japanese Knotweed
- Trade Waste
- Tyres
Site rules
- Visitors must arrive at least 15 minutes before the site closes.
- Pedestrians are not allowed on site.
- You may encounter queues during the weekend.
Recycling centres near Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frizlands Lane Recycling Centre | 4 miles | Booking varies | Mon to Fri 7:30am to 4:30pm; Sat 7:30am to 4pm; Sun 8am to 4pm |
| Thames Road Recycling Centre | 6 miles | No booking needed | Daily 7:30am to 4pm |
| Nathan Way Recycling Centre | 6 miles | No booking needed | Mon to Fri 8am to 6:30pm; Sat 8am to 5pm; Sun 8am to 4:30pm |
| Jenkins Lane Reuse and Recycling Centre | 7 miles | Booking varies | Daily 7:30am to 4:30pm |
| Dartford Recycling Centre | 7 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Brentwood Recycling Centre | 7 miles | Booking varies | Daily 9am to 5pm |
Towns near Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre
Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to South Ockendon, Romford, Erith, Grays, Brentwood, Ebbsfleet Valley, Tilbury, Stanford-le-Hope and Ingatestone.
Questions about Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre?
Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre is open every day, 7:30am to 4:30pm.
Is Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. On other bank holidays, it opens 7:30am to 4:30pm.
What can I take to Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre?
Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre takes cardboard, engine oil, fluorescent tubes, garden waste, glass, household waste, metals, plastic bottles, TVs and wood. It does not take asbestos, business waste, gas cylinders, Japanese knotweed, trade waste and tyres.
Where is Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre?
Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre is at Gerpins Lane, Upminster, RM14 2XR.
Who runs Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre?
Gerpins Lane Recycling Centre is run by Havering Council.