Penmaen Recycling Centre
Penmaen Industrial Estate, Pontllanfraith, NP12 2XZ
Penmaen Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Pontllanfraith, run by Caerphilly County Borough Council. You can visit without booking.
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Opening times
- Monday
- 9am to 5:30pm
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 9am to 5:30pm
- Thursday
- 9am to 5:30pm
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- 9am to 5:30pm
- Sunday
- 9am to 5:30pm
Bank holiday and Christmas opening times
- Christmas Day25 December
- Closed
- Boxing Day26 December
- Closed
- New Year's Day1 January
- Closed
Do you need to book?
No. You can visit Penmaen Recycling Centre without booking.
Standard domestic cars and 7-seaters do not need to book a slot.
Who can use it?
Penmaen Recycling Centre is for residents of Caerphilly County Borough only.
- What to bring
- Driving licence or recent utility bill.
Can I take a van?
Yes, with a permit. Vans need a permit to use Penmaen Recycling Centre.
Apply for a permit on the Caerphilly County Borough Council van permit page (opens in a new tab).
Vans and trailers require a valid permit for entry.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Electricals
- Garden Waste
- Glass
- Mattresses
- Metals
- Paper
- Plastics
- Textiles
- Wood
What it does not take
- Asbestos
- Gas Cylinders
- Trade WasteCommercial waste is not permitted.
Site rules
- Entry is managed through a residency check at the gate.
Recycling centres near Penmaen Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crumlin Recycling Centre Caerphilly | 2 miles | No booking needed | Mon and Thu to Sun 9am to 5:30pm; closed Tue and Wed |
| Aberbargoed Recycling Centre | 2 miles | No booking needed | Tue, Wed and Fri to Sun 9am to 5:30pm; closed Mon and Thu |
| Full Moon Recycling Centre | 4 miles | No booking needed | Mon to Sat 9am to 5:30pm; closed Sun |
| Trehir Recycling Centre | 4 miles | No booking needed | Mon to Wed and Fri to Sun 9am to 5:30pm; closed Thu |
| Roseheyworth Household Waste Recycling Centre | 6 miles | Booking required | Daily 9am to 5:30pm |
| Aberfan Household Waste Recycling Centre | 7 miles | Booking required | Mon, Tue and Fri 10am to 6pm; Thu 11am to 7pm; Sat and Sun 9am to 5pm; closed Wed |
Towns near Penmaen Recycling Centre
Penmaen Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Blackwood, Newbridge, Ystrad Mynach, Gelligaer, Bargoed, Risca, Treharris, Abertillery, Caerphilly, Pontypool, Cwmbrân and Abersychan.
Questions about Penmaen Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Penmaen Recycling Centre?
Penmaen Recycling Centre is open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, 9am to 5:30pm. It is closed on Tuesday and Friday.
Is Penmaen Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Penmaen Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
What can I take to Penmaen Recycling Centre?
Penmaen Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, electricals, garden waste, glass, mattresses, metals, paper, plastics, textiles and wood. It does not take asbestos, gas cylinders and trade waste.
Where is Penmaen Recycling Centre?
Penmaen Recycling Centre is at Penmaen Industrial Estate, Pontllanfraith, NP12 2XZ.
Who runs Penmaen Recycling Centre?
Penmaen Recycling Centre is run by Caerphilly County Borough Council.