Launceston Recycling Centre
Bangors Road, Pennygillam Industrial Estate, Launceston, PL15 7PH
Launceston Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Launceston, run by Cornwall Council. Some visits need a booking and others do not.
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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?
It depends on the visit. Some visits to Launceston Recycling Centre need a booking and others do not.
When you need one, book on the Cornwall Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
Booking is mandatory for some locations during the current trial, so check if this site requires an appointment before you travel.
Who can use it?
Launceston Recycling Centre is for residents of Cornwall only.
- What to bring
- Proof of residency, such as a Council Tax bill.
Can I take a van?
Yes, with a permit. Vans need a permit to use Launceston Recycling Centre.
Apply for a permit on the Cornwall Council van permit page (opens in a new tab).
You must obtain a permit to bring a trailer or van to the facility.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Bulky Waste
- Cardboard
- Electricals
- Engine Oil
- Garden Waste
- Glass
- Hard Plastics
- Metals
- Paper
- Textiles
Taken with limits
- Trade WasteOnly household rubbish is permitted.
Take these to another site
- AsbestosThis material is only taken at designated locations by appointment, though it must be double-wrapped if you are permitted to drop it off.
What it does not take
- Electrical ItemsThis facility does not take this material.
- MetalThis facility does not take this material.
- WoodThis facility does not take this material.
Site rules
- The site is situated inside the Pennygillam Industrial Estate.
- Expect heavy traffic due to the surrounding industrial area.
Recycling centres near Launceston Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crowndale Recycling Centre | 12 miles | Vans and trailers book | Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm; Sat and Sun 10am to 6pm |
| Anvil Corner Recycling Centre | 13 miles | Vans and trailers book | Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm; Sat and Sun 10am to 6pm |
| Tintagel Recycling Centre | 15 miles | Booking varies | Mon and Fri to Sun 9am to 4pm; closed Tue to Thu |
| Saltash Recycling Centre | 16 miles | Booking required | Daily 9am to 4pm |
| Connon Bridge Recycling Centre | 16 miles | Booking varies | Daily 9am to 4pm |
| Bude Recycling Centre | 17 miles | Booking varies | Daily 9am to 4pm |
Towns near Launceston Recycling Centre
Launceston Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Launceston, Callington, Tavistock, Liskeard, Holsworthy, Camelford, Stratton, Bude, Okehampton and Bodmin.
Questions about Launceston Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Launceston Recycling Centre?
Launceston Recycling Centre is open every day, 9am to 4pm.
Is Launceston Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Launceston 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 Launceston Recycling Centre?
Launceston 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, metal and wood.
Where is Launceston Recycling Centre?
Launceston Recycling Centre is at Bangors Road, Pennygillam Industrial Estate, Launceston, PL15 7PH.
Who runs Launceston Recycling Centre?
Launceston Recycling Centre is run by Cornwall Council.