Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre
Ramsgate Road, Sandwich, CT13 9NW
Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Sandwich, run by Kent County Council. You need to book before you visit.
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Opening times
- Monday
- 8am to 4:30pm
- Tuesday
- 8am to 4:30pm
- Wednesday
- 8am to 4:30pm
- Thursday
- 8am to 4:30pm
- Friday
- 8am to 4:30pm
- Saturday
- 8am to 4:30pm
- Sunday
- 9am to 4pm
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?
Yes. You need to book before you visit Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre.
Book a slot on the Kent County Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
Every visitor needs to reserve a time slot online before arriving.
Who can use it?
Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre is for residents of Kent only.
- What to bring
- Booking reference and proof of address.
Can I take a van?
Yes, with a permit. Vans need a permit to use Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre.
Apply for a permit on the Kent County Council van permit page (opens in a new tab).
Vans and trailers require a permit to enter.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Cooking Oil
- Electricals
- Glass
- Green Waste
- Metals
- Paint
- Paper
- Plastics
- Wood
What it does not take
- Asbestos
- Trade WasteCommercial waste is not permitted.
- Tyres
Site rules
- Pedestrians are not allowed to bring waste onto the premises.
- Visitors should wear appropriate clothing and footwear, and children must remain inside the vehicle.
Recycling centres near Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Margate Household Waste Recycling Centre | 5 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Deal Household Waste Recycling Centre | 5 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Herne Bay Recycling Centre | 9 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Dover Recycling Centre | 10 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Canterbury Household Waste Recycling Centre | 11 miles | Booking required | Mon, Tue, Fri and Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm; closed Wed and Thu |
| Folkestone Recycling Centre | 18 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
Towns near Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre
Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Sandwich, Ramsgate, Birchington, Deal, Westgate-on-Sea, Broadstairs, Margate, Fordwich, Herne Bay, Canterbury, Dover and Whitstable.
Questions about Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre?
Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre is open Monday to Saturday, 8am to 4:30pm; Sunday, 9am to 4pm.
Is Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
What can I take to Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre?
Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, cooking oil, electricals, glass, green waste, metals, paint, paper, plastics and wood. It does not take asbestos, trade waste and tyres.
Where is Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre?
Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre is at Ramsgate Road, Sandwich, CT13 9NW.
Who runs Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre?
Richborough Household Waste Recycling Centre is run by Kent County Council.