Nairn Recycling Centre
Balmakeith Industrial Estate, Nairn, IV12 5QW
Nairn Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Nairn, run by Highland Council. Cars can visit without booking; vans and trailers need a booked slot.
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Opening times
- Monday
- 10am to 4:30pm
- Tuesday
- 10am to 4:30pm
- Wednesday
- 10am to 4:30pm
- Thursday
- 10am to 4:30pm
- Friday
- 10am to 4:30pm
- Saturday
- 10am to 4pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Bank holiday and Christmas opening times
- Christmas Day25 December
- Closed
Do you need to book?
Only for a van or trailer. Cars can visit Nairn Recycling Centre without booking, but vans and trailers need a booked slot.
Cars can visit without an appointment. Vans and trailers must reserve a time slot at least 48 hours ahead.
Who can use it?
Nairn Recycling Centre is for residents of Highland only.
- What to bring
- ID.
Can I take a van?
Yes, with a permit. Vans need a permit to use Nairn Recycling Centre.
Apply for a permit on the Highland Council van permit page (opens in a new tab).
Vans and trailers require a declaration and must book a slot at least 48 hours ahead. Visits are limited to once weekly. DIY waste is prohibited.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Electricals
- Engine Oil
- Garden Waste
- Gas Cylinders
- Glass
- Metals
- Oil Filters
- Paper
- Plastics
- Textiles
- Wood
What it does not take
- Asbestos
- Liquid Paint
- Trade WasteCommercial waste is not accepted.
- Tyres
Charges
DIY waste like rubble or plasterboard is typically not allowed for those using a van or trailer.
Site rules
- You should arrive at least 10 to 15 minutes before closing time to ensure you can offload your waste.
Recycling centres near Nairn Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forres Recycling Centre | 8 miles | No booking needed | Mon to Sat 9am to 4pm; Sun 10am to 3pm |
| Inverness Recycling Centre | 15 miles | Vans and trailers book | Daily 10am to 6pm |
| Alness Recycling Centre | 17 miles | No booking needed | Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm; Sat 10am to 4pm; closed Sun |
| Tain Recycling Centre | 18 miles | Vans and trailers book | Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm; Sat 10am to 4pm; closed Sun |
| Grantown-on-Spey Recycling Centre | 20 miles | Booking varies | Sat 9am to 3pm; closed Mon to Fri and Sun |
| Chanonry Recycling Centre, Elgin | 21 miles | Booking required | Tue to Sat 9am to 4pm; Sun 10am to 3pm; closed Mon |
Towns near Nairn Recycling Centre
Nairn Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Nairn, Forres, Cromarty, Fortrose, Invergordon, Inverness, Tain, Grantown-on-Spey, Elgin, Dingwall, Dornoch, Muir of Ord, Lossiemouth and Beauly.
Questions about Nairn Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Nairn Recycling Centre?
Nairn Recycling Centre is open Monday to Friday, 10am to 4:30pm; Saturday, 10am to 4pm. It is closed on Sunday.
Is Nairn Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Nairn Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day.
What can I take to Nairn Recycling Centre?
Nairn Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, electricals, engine oil, garden waste, gas cylinders, glass, metals, oil filters, paper, plastics, textiles and wood. It does not take asbestos, liquid paint, trade waste and tyres.
Where is Nairn Recycling Centre?
Nairn Recycling Centre is at Balmakeith Industrial Estate, Nairn, IV12 5QW.
Who runs Nairn Recycling Centre?
Nairn Recycling Centre is run by Highland Council.