Hamilton Recycling Centre
East Avenue, Blantyre Industrial Estate, Blantyre, G72 0JB
Hamilton Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Blantyre, run by South Lanarkshire Council. You need to book before you visit.
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Opening times
- Monday
- 8am to 7pm
- Tuesday
- 8am to 7pm
- Wednesday
- 8am to 7pm
- Thursday
- 8am to 7pm
- Friday
- 8am to 7pm
- Saturday
- 8am to 6pm
- Sunday
- 8am to 5pm
Summer operating hours apply from 1 April to 30 September.
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 Hamilton Recycling Centre.
Book a slot on the South Lanarkshire Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
You must book an appointment in advance for every visit to the site.
Who can use it?
Hamilton Recycling Centre is for residents of South Lanarkshire only.
- What to bring
- Driving licence or utility bill.
Can I take a van?
Yes, if you book. Vans and trailers need a booked slot at Hamilton Recycling Centre.
Vans and all other vehicles are required to book a slot before visiting.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Electricals
- Engine Oil
- Garden Waste
- Glass
- Metals
- Paint
- Paper
- Plastics
- Wood
Taken with limits
- CardboardYou must flat-pack all boxes before arrival.
What it does not take
- Acetylene and large industrial gas cylinders
- Asbestos
- Car Tyres
- Trade Waste
Site rules
- The site stops admitting vehicles 15 minutes before closing time.
- Mattresses and upholstered seating are accepted.
Recycling centres near Hamilton Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motherwell Recycling Centre | 3 miles | Booking required | Daily 7am to 6pm |
| Bellshill Recycling Centre | 4 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 7am to 6pm; Sun 7am to 5:30pm |
| Rutherglen Recycling Centre | 5 miles | Booking required | Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm; Sat 8am to 6pm; Sun 8am to 5pm |
| East Kilbride Recycling Centre | 5 miles | Booking required | Mon to Fri 8am to 7pm; Sat 8am to 6pm; Sun 8am to 5pm |
| Coatbridge Recycling Centre | 6 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 7am to 6pm; Sun 7am to 5:30pm |
| Easter Queenslie Recycling Centre | 6 miles | Booking varies | Daily 8am to 6pm |
Towns near Hamilton Recycling Centre
Hamilton Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Blantyre, Bothwell, Hamilton, Uddingston, Viewpark, East Kilbride, Bellshill, Cambuslang, Motherwell, New Stevenston, Holytown, Larkhall, Rutherglen, Coatbridge, Stonehouse, South Lanarkshire, Strathaven, Kirkmuirhill, Lesmahagow and Darvel.
Questions about Hamilton Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Hamilton Recycling Centre?
Hamilton Recycling Centre is open Monday to Friday, 8am to 7pm; Saturday, 8am to 6pm; Sunday, 8am to 5pm.
Is Hamilton Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Hamilton Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
What can I take to Hamilton Recycling Centre?
Hamilton Recycling Centre takes batteries, electricals, engine oil, garden waste, glass, metals, paint, paper, plastics, wood and cardboard. It does not take acetylene and large industrial gas cylinders, asbestos, car tyres and trade waste.
Where is Hamilton Recycling Centre?
Hamilton Recycling Centre is at East Avenue, Blantyre Industrial Estate, Blantyre, G72 0JB.
Who runs Hamilton Recycling Centre?
Hamilton Recycling Centre is run by South Lanarkshire Council.