Maldon Recycling Centre
Park Drive, Maldon, CM9 5UR
Maldon Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Maldon, run by Essex County Council. You need to book before you visit.
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Opening times
- Monday
- 9am to 5pm
- Tuesday
- 9am to 5pm
- Wednesday
- 9am to 5pm
- Thursday
- 9am to 5pm
- Friday
- 9am to 5pm
- Saturday
- 9am to 5pm
- Sunday
- 9am to 5pm
Between 1 March and 15 October, the site operates 9am to 5pm. From 16 October to 28 February, it is open 9am to 4pm.
Bank holiday and Christmas opening times
- Christmas Eve24 December
- Shorter hours, 9am to 1pm
- New Year's Eve31 December
- Shorter hours, 9am to 1pm
- 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 Maldon Recycling Centre.
Book a slot on the Essex County Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
You must reserve a slot for cars and vans, but pedestrians, cyclists, and Blue Badge holders are exempt.
Who can use it?
Maldon Recycling Centre is for residents of the Essex County Council area only.
- What to bring
- Booking confirmation and proof of address.
Can I take a van?
Yes, if you book. Vans and trailers need a booked slot at Maldon Recycling Centre.
Vans are required to book a slot before visiting.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Electricals
- Engine Oil
- Garden Waste
- Glass
- Metals
- Paper
- Plastics
- Textiles
- Wood
What it does not take
- Asbestos
- Business Waste
- Clinical Waste
- Commercial Waste
- Trade WasteThis material is strictly forbidden.
- Tyres
Charges
You may dispose of a limited volume of DIY waste originating from your own household.
Site rules
- There is a dedicated area for donating bulky electrical items and a spot for reusing paint.
Recycling centres near Maldon Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Witham Recycling Centre | 5 miles | Booking required | Mon to Wed and Fri to Sun 9am to 5pm; closed Thu |
| South Woodham Ferrers Recycling Centre | 7 miles | Booking required | Mon and Thu to Sun 9am to 5pm; closed Tue and Wed |
| Burnham-on-Crouch Recycling Centre | 8 miles | Booking required | Mon and Fri to Sun 9am to 5pm; closed Tue to Thu |
| Chelmsford Recycling Centre | 8 miles | Booking required | Daily 9am to 5pm |
| Rayleigh Recycling Centre | 11 miles | Booking required | Daily 9am to 5pm |
| Colchester Recycling Centre | 11 miles | Booking varies | Daily 9am to 5pm |
Towns near Maldon Recycling Centre
Maldon Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Maldon, Witham, South Woodham Ferrers, Burnham-on-Crouch, Chelmsford, West Mersea, Coggeshall and Braintree.
Questions about Maldon Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Maldon Recycling Centre?
Maldon Recycling Centre is open every day, 9am to 5pm.
Is Maldon Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Maldon Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. On Christmas Eve, it opens 9am to 1pm. On New Year's Eve, it opens 9am to 1pm.
What can I take to Maldon Recycling Centre?
Maldon Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, electricals, engine oil, garden waste, glass, metals, paper, plastics, textiles and wood. It does not take asbestos, business waste, clinical waste, commercial waste, trade waste and tyres.
Where is Maldon Recycling Centre?
Maldon Recycling Centre is at Park Drive, Maldon, CM9 5UR.
Who runs Maldon Recycling Centre?
Maldon Recycling Centre is run by Essex County Council.