Middlefields Recycling Village
Heddon Way, Middlefields Industrial Estate, South Shields, NE34 0NT
Middlefields Recycling Village is a household recycling centre in South Shields, run by South Tyneside Council. You need to book before you visit.
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Opening times
- Monday
- 9am to 8pm
- Tuesday
- 9am to 8pm
- Wednesday
- 9am to 8pm
- Thursday
- 9am to 8pm
- Friday
- 9am to 8pm
- Saturday
- 9am to 8pm
- Sunday
- 9am to 8pm
Hours are 8am to 6pm from October to March, and 8am to 8pm from April to September.
Bank holiday and Christmas opening times
- Christmas Day25 December
- Closed
- Boxing Day26 December
- Closed
- New Year's Day1 January
- Closed
- Other Bank Holidays
- Open
Do you need to book?
Yes. You need to book before you visit Middlefields Recycling Village.
Book a slot on the South Tyneside Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
Every visitor must reserve a time slot online prior to arrival.
Who can use it?
Middlefields Recycling Village is for residents of South Tyneside only.
- What to bring
- Proof of residency such as a driving licence.
Can I take a van?
Yes, with a permit. Vans need a permit to use Middlefields Recycling Village.
Apply for a permit on the South Tyneside Council van permit page (opens in a new tab).
Any vehicle that is not a standard car needs a permit.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Electricals
- Furniture
- Garden Waste
- Glass
- Metals
- Paper
- Plastics
- Textiles
- Wood
What it does not take
- Asbestos
- Trade WasteCommercial waste is not permitted.
- Tyres
Site rules
- An odd or even number plate system may be enforced during busy times, so check current guidance.
Recycling centres near Middlefields Recycling Village
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Tyneside Recycling Centre | 2 miles | Booking required | Daily 8am to 8pm |
| Pallion Recycling Centre | 5 miles | Booking required | Daily 8am to 6pm |
| Byker Recycling Centre | 5 miles | Booking required | Daily 8am to 8pm |
| Campground Recycling Centre | 6 miles | Booking varies | Daily 9am to 6pm |
| Brunswick Recycling Centre | 9 miles | Booking required | Daily 8am to 8pm |
| Cowen Road Recycling Centre | 10 miles | Booking varies | Daily 9am to 6pm |
Towns near Middlefields Recycling Village
Middlefields Recycling Village is one of the nearest recycling centres to South Shields, Jarrow, North Shields, Hebburn, Tynemouth, Wallsend, Whitley Bay, Sunderland, Washington, Newsham and Blyth.
Questions about Middlefields Recycling Village
What are the opening times at Middlefields Recycling Village?
Middlefields Recycling Village is open every day, 9am to 8pm.
Is Middlefields Recycling Village open on bank holidays?
Middlefields Recycling Village closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. It opens on other bank holidays.
What can I take to Middlefields Recycling Village?
Middlefields Recycling Village takes batteries, cardboard, electricals, furniture, garden waste, glass, metals, paper, plastics, textiles and wood. It does not take asbestos, trade waste and tyres.
Where is Middlefields Recycling Village?
Middlefields Recycling Village is at Heddon Way, Middlefields Industrial Estate, South Shields, NE34 0NT.
Who runs Middlefields Recycling Village?
Middlefields Recycling Village is run by South Tyneside Council.