Summers Lane Recycling Centre
Summers Lane, North Finchley, London, N12 0RF
Summers Lane Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in London, run by Barnet Council. Some visits need a booking and others do not.
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Opening times
- Monday
- 9am to 4pm
- Tuesday
- 9am to 4pm
- Wednesday
- 9am to 4pm
- Thursday
- 9am to 4pm
- Friday
- 9am to 4pm
- Saturday
- 9am to 4pm
- Sunday
- 9am to 4pm
Bank holiday and Christmas opening times
- Christmas Day25 December
- Closed
- Boxing Day26 December
- Closed
- New Year's Day1 January
- Closed
- Other Bank Holidays
- 8:45am to 4:15pm
Do you need to book?
It depends on the visit. Some visits to Summers Lane Recycling Centre need a booking and others do not.
When you need one, book on the Barnet Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
Who can use it?
Summers Lane Recycling Centre is for residents of Barnet or other NLWA borough only.
- What to bring
- Valid ID or proof of address.
Can I take a van?
Yes, if you book. Vans and trailers need a booked slot at Summers Lane Recycling Centre.
Vans and large vehicles must reserve a slot. Vehicles exceeding 1.85m in height are treated as vans and require a booking.
What you can take
- Appliances
- Cardboard
- DIY Waste
- Engine Oil
- Fridges
- Furniture
- Garden Waste
- Hard Plastics
- Paint
- Paper
- Wood
Taken with limits
- Trade WasteOnly domestic waste is permitted.
What it does not take
- Asbestos
- Gas CylindersYou may consult staff.
- Hazardous ChemicalsThis site does not accept hazardous chemicals.
- Trade or Business WasteCommercial waste is not permitted.
- Tyres
Charges
DIY waste like rubble, soil, and plasterboard is permitted in limited amounts for free, though fees might apply if you exceed these limits.
Site rules
- There is a height restriction of 1.85m for vehicles.
- Residents visiting on foot are required to book a pedestrian slot online.
- Please avoid reaching the site earlier than ten minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time.
Recycling centres near Summers Lane Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Road Recycling Centre, London | 2 miles | Booking required | Daily 8:45am to 4:15pm |
| Barrowell Green Recycling Centre | 3 miles | Booking required | Tue to Sun 8am to 4pm; closed Mon |
| Regis Road Recycling Centre | 4 miles | Booking varies | Daily 8:45am to 4pm |
| Hornsey Street Recycling Centre | 4 miles | Booking varies | Daily 9am to 4pm |
| Park View Road Reuse and Recycling Centre | 4 miles | Booking required | Daily 8:45am to 4:15pm |
| Borehamwood Recycling Centre | 6 miles | No booking needed | Mon and Thu to Sun 9am to 4:30pm; closed Tue and Wed |
Towns near Summers Lane Recycling Centre
Summers Lane Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to East Finchley, Wood Green, Hampstead, Chipping Barnet, Enfield, Camden Town, Edgware, Borehamwood and Potters Bar.
Questions about Summers Lane Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Summers Lane Recycling Centre?
Summers Lane Recycling Centre is open every day, 9am to 4pm.
Is Summers Lane Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Summers Lane Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. On other bank holidays, it opens 8:45am to 4:15pm.
What can I take to Summers Lane Recycling Centre?
Summers Lane Recycling Centre takes appliances, cardboard, DIY waste, engine oil, fridges, furniture, garden waste, hard plastics, paint, paper, wood and trade waste. It does not take asbestos, gas cylinders, hazardous chemicals, trade or business waste and tyres.
Where is Summers Lane Recycling Centre?
Summers Lane Recycling Centre is at Summers Lane, North Finchley, London, N12 0RF.
Who runs Summers Lane Recycling Centre?
Summers Lane Recycling Centre is run by Barnet Council.