Herne Bay Recycling Centre
Sweechbridge Road, Herne Bay, CT6 6TE
Herne Bay Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Herne Bay, 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 Herne Bay Recycling Centre.
Book a slot on the Kent County Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
Every visitor must reserve a time slot online and bring their booking confirmation, either printed or on a device, to their appointment.
Who can use it?
Herne Bay Recycling Centre is for residents of Kent only.
- What to bring
- Proof of address.
Can I take a van?
Yes, with a permit. Vans need a permit to use Herne Bay Recycling Centre.
Apply for a permit on the Kent County Council van permit page (opens in a new tab).
Vans and trailers require a permit to be obtained prior to your visit.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Cooking Oil
- Electricals
- Glass
- Green Waste
- Metals
- Paint
- Paper
- Plastics
- Wood
What it does not take
- Asbestos
- Trade WasteCommercial waste is not permitted.
- Tyres
Site rules
- Visitors are required to wear appropriate clothing and footwear.
- Children must remain inside the vehicle at all times.
Recycling centres near Herne Bay Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury Household Waste Recycling Centre | 6 miles | Booking required | Mon, Tue, Fri and Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm; closed Wed and Thu |
| Margate Household Waste Recycling Centre | 9 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre | 9 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Faversham Recycling Centre | 13 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Deal Household Waste Recycling Centre | 13 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Dover Recycling Centre | 16 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
Towns near Herne Bay Recycling Centre
Herne Bay Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Herne Bay, Fordwich, Birchington, Whitstable, Canterbury, Westgate-on-Sea, Margate, Sandwich, Ramsgate, Broadstairs, Faversham and Deal.
Questions about Herne Bay Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Herne Bay Recycling Centre?
Herne Bay Recycling Centre is open Monday to Saturday, 8am to 4:30pm; Sunday, 9am to 4pm.
Is Herne Bay Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Herne Bay Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
What can I take to Herne Bay Recycling Centre?
Herne Bay Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, cooking oil, electricals, glass, green waste, metals, paint, paper, plastics and wood. It does not take asbestos, trade waste and tyres.
Where is Herne Bay Recycling Centre?
Herne Bay Recycling Centre is at Sweechbridge Road, Herne Bay, CT6 6TE.
Who runs Herne Bay Recycling Centre?
Herne Bay Recycling Centre is run by Kent County Council.