Paignton Recycling Centre
Tor Park Road, Paignton, TQ4 7PL
Paignton Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Paignton, run by Torbay Council. You need to book before you visit.
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Opening times
- Monday
- 8am to 4pm
- Tuesday
- 8am to 4pm
- Wednesday
- 8am to 4pm
- Thursday
- 8am to 4pm
- Friday
- 8am to 4pm
- Saturday
- 8am to 4pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Bank holiday and Christmas opening times
- Christmas Day25 December
- Closed
- Boxing Day26 December
- Closed
- New Year's Day1 January
- Closed
- Other Bank Holidays
- 8am to 4:30pm
Do you need to book?
Yes. You need to book before you visit Paignton Recycling Centre.
Book a slot on the Torbay Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
All vehicles must have a pre-booked time slot to gain entry.
Who can use it?
Paignton Recycling Centre is for residents of Torbay only.
- What to bring
- Council Tax bill or driving licence.
Can I take a van?
Yes, if you book. Vans and trailers need a booked slot at Paignton Recycling Centre.
Commercial-type vehicles must reserve a specific slot.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Electricals
- Garden Waste
- Glass
- Mattresses
- Metals
- Paper
- Plastics
- Textiles
- Wood
Taken with limits
- PlasterboardCharges apply, with a limited free allowance.
- RubbleCharges apply, with a limited free allowance.
What it does not take
- Asbestos
- Gas Bottles (Specific restrictions)
- Trade WasteCommercial waste is not permitted.
- TyresNot accepted, despite site rules mentioning charges.
Charges
Fees apply for rubble and plasterboard disposal, though a limited free allowance is available.
Site rules
- Pedestrians are not allowed on site.
- Visitors must present their booking confirmation and identification upon arrival.
Recycling centres near Paignton Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Totnes Recycling Centre | 4 miles | Vans and trailers book | Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm; Sat and Sun 10am to 6pm |
| Newton Abbot Recycling Centre | 7 miles | Vans and trailers book | Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm; Sat and Sun 10am to 6pm |
| Kingsbridge Torr Quarry Recycling Centre | 10 miles | Vans and trailers book | Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm; Sat and Sun 10am to 6pm |
| Ivybridge Recycling Centre | 15 miles | Vans and trailers book | Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm; Sat and Sun 10am to 6pm |
| Knowle Hill Recycling Centre | 18 miles | Vans and trailers book | Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm; Sat and Sun 10am to 6pm |
| Exeter Recycling Centre, EX2 | 20 miles | Vans and trailers book | Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm; Sat and Sun 10am to 6pm |
Towns near Paignton Recycling Centre
Paignton Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Paignton, Brixham, Totnes, Torquay, Dartmouth, Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton, Buckfastleigh, Ashburton, Teignmouth, Dawlish, Bovey Tracey, Chudleigh, Kingsbridge, Salcombe and Exmouth.
Questions about Paignton Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Paignton Recycling Centre?
Paignton Recycling Centre is open Monday to Saturday, 8am to 4pm. It is closed on Sunday.
Is Paignton Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Paignton Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. On other bank holidays, it opens 8am to 4:30pm.
What can I take to Paignton Recycling Centre?
Paignton Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, electricals, garden waste, glass, mattresses, metals, paper, plastics, textiles, wood, plasterboard and rubble. It does not take asbestos, gas bottles (Specific restrictions), trade waste and tyres.
Where is Paignton Recycling Centre?
Paignton Recycling Centre is at Tor Park Road, Paignton, TQ4 7PL.
Who runs Paignton Recycling Centre?
Paignton Recycling Centre is run by Torbay Council.