Helston Recycling Centre
Gweal Darras, Helston, TR13 0QA
Helston Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Helston, run by Cornwall Council. You need to book before you visit.
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Opening times
- Monday
- 9am to 4pm
- Tuesday
- 9am to 4pm
- Wednesday
- 9am to 4pm
- Thursday
- 9am to 4pm
- Friday
- 9am to 4pm
- Saturday
- 9am to 4pm
- Sunday
- 9am to 4pm
Bank holiday and Christmas opening times
- Christmas Day25 December
- Closed
- Boxing Day26 December
- Closed
- New Year's Day1 January
- Closed
- Other Bank Holidays
- 9am to 4pm
Do you need to book?
Yes. You need to book before you visit Helston Recycling Centre.
Book a slot on the Cornwall Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
You must book a slot for your visit, as this is part of a trial scheme for specific sites.
Who can use it?
Helston Recycling Centre is for residents of Cornwall only.
- What to bring
- Council Tax bill or similar proof of residency.
Can I take a van?
Yes, with a permit. Vans need a permit to use Helston Recycling Centre.
Apply for a permit on the Cornwall Council van permit page (opens in a new tab).
A permit is necessary for vans and trailers.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Bulky Waste
- Cardboard
- Electricals
- Engine Oil
- Garden Waste
- Glass
- Hard Plastics
- Metals
- Paper
- Textiles
Taken with limits
- Trade WasteOnly residential waste is allowed.
Take these to another site
- AsbestosOnly accepted at designated locations and requires prior arrangements.
What it does not take
- Electrical Items
- Food Cartons
- Metal
- Milk Cartons
- Paper Containers
- Wood
Site rules
- You must strictly separate your recyclable materials.
Recycling centres near Helston Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falmouth and Penryn Recycling Centre | 7 miles | Booking varies | Daily 9am to 4pm |
| Pool Redruth Recycling Centre | 9 miles | Booking varies | Daily 9am to 4pm |
| St Erth Recycling Centre | 10 miles | Booking varies | Daily 9am to 4pm |
| St Day Recycling Centre | 10 miles | Booking required | Daily 9am to 4pm |
| Truro Recycling Centre | 16 miles | Booking varies | Daily 9am to 4pm |
| Newquay Recycling Centre | 26 miles | Booking required | Daily 9am to 4pm |
Towns near Helston Recycling Centre
Questions about Helston Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Helston Recycling Centre?
Helston Recycling Centre is open every day, 9am to 4pm.
Is Helston Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Helston Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. On other bank holidays, it opens 9am to 4pm.
What can I take to Helston Recycling Centre?
Helston Recycling Centre takes batteries, bulky waste, cardboard, electricals, engine oil, garden waste, glass, hard plastics, metals, paper, textiles and trade waste. It does not take electrical items, food cartons, metal, milk cartons, paper containers and wood.
Where is Helston Recycling Centre?
Helston Recycling Centre is at Gweal Darras, Helston, TR13 0QA.
Who runs Helston Recycling Centre?
Helston Recycling Centre is run by Cornwall Council.