Girvan Recycling Centre
Old Street, Girvan, KA26 9HG
Girvan Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Girvan, run by South Ayrshire Council. You need to book before you visit.
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Opening times
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 10am to 6pm
- Wednesday
- 10am to 6pm
- Thursday
- 10am to 6pm
- Friday
- 10am to 6pm
- Saturday
- 10am to 4pm
- Sunday
- 10am to 4pm
Summer hours apply from the beginning of April through to the end of September, with Tuesday to Friday closing at 6pm.
Bank holiday and Christmas opening times
- Christmas Day25 December
- Closed
- New Year's Day1 January
- Closed
Do you need to book?
Yes. You need to book before you visit Girvan Recycling Centre.
Book a slot on the South Ayrshire Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
All vehicles must book a slot to visit.
Who can use it?
Girvan Recycling Centre is for residents of South Ayrshire only.
- What to bring
- ID.
Can I take a van?
Yes, if you book. Vans and trailers need a booked slot at Girvan Recycling Centre.
Vans and trailers are required to book a slot.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Electricals
- Garden Waste
- Glass
- Mattresses
- Metals
- Paper
- Plastics
- Textiles
- Wood
What it does not take
- Clinical Waste
- Liquid PaintMust be hardened.
- Trade Waste
- Tyres
Site rules
- Vehicles must arrive at least 15 minutes before the site closes.
- There is a specific area for upholstered domestic seating like armchairs and sofas.
Recycling centres near Girvan Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maybole Recycling Centre | 10 miles | Booking required | Mon and Fri 11am to 4pm; Sat and Sun 10am to 4pm; closed Tue to Thu |
| Ayr Household Waste Recycling Centre | 19 miles | Booking required | Mon to Fri 8am to 6pm; Sat and Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Troon Recycling Centre | 22 miles | Booking required | Tue to Fri 10am to 6pm; Sat and Sun 10am to 4pm; closed Mon |
| Newton Stewart Recycling Centre | 25 miles | Booking required | Mon and Thu to Sun 12:15pm to 6pm; closed Tue and Wed |
| Stranraer Recycling Centre | 25 miles | Booking varies | Daily 9am to 6pm |
| Garlaff Recycling Centre, Cumnock | 25 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4pm; Sun 10am to 4pm |
Towns near Girvan Recycling Centre
Girvan Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Girvan, Maybole, Dalmellington, Stranraer and Newton Stewart.
Questions about Girvan Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Girvan Recycling Centre?
Girvan Recycling Centre is open Tuesday to Friday, 10am to 6pm; Saturday and Sunday, 10am to 4pm. It is closed on Monday.
Is Girvan Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Girvan Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
What can I take to Girvan Recycling Centre?
Girvan Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, electricals, garden waste, glass, mattresses, metals, paper, plastics, textiles and wood. It does not take clinical waste, liquid paint, trade waste and tyres.
Where is Girvan Recycling Centre?
Girvan Recycling Centre is at Old Street, Girvan, KA26 9HG.
Who runs Girvan Recycling Centre?
Girvan Recycling Centre is run by South Ayrshire Council.