Swanley Recycling Centre
Teardrop Centre, Farningham Hill, Swanley, BR8 8TJ
Swanley Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Swanley, 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 Swanley Recycling Centre.
Book a slot on the Kent County Council booking page (opens in a new tab).
You must reserve a time slot in advance online or by phone. Entry is denied without a valid booking.
Who can use it?
Swanley Recycling Centre is for residents of Kent only.
- What to bring
- Proof of address.
Can I take a van?
Yes, with a permit. Vans need a permit to use Swanley Recycling Centre.
Apply for a permit on the Kent County Council van permit page (opens in a new tab).
A permit must be obtained before visiting if you are using a van or trailer.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Cooking Oil
- Electricals
- Glass
- Green Waste
- Metals
- Paint
- Paper
- Plastics
- Wood
What it does not take
- Clinical Waste
- Trade WasteCommercial refuse is forbidden.
- Tyres
Recycling centres near Swanley Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foots Cray Recycling Centre | 4 miles | No booking needed | Mon, Tue and Thu to Sun 7:30am to 4pm; closed Wed |
| Dartford Recycling Centre | 4 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Thames Road Recycling Centre | 5 miles | No booking needed | Daily 7:30am to 4pm |
| Pepperhill Household Waste Recycling Centre | 6 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
| Waldo Road Recycling Centre | 7 miles | Booking varies | Mon to Fri 7am to 5:30pm; Sat 7:30am to 4pm; Sun 8am to 4pm |
| Sevenoaks Household Waste Recycling Centre | 8 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8am to 4:30pm; Sun 9am to 4pm |
Towns near Swanley Recycling Centre
Swanley Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Swanley, Orpington, Foots Cray, Dartford, Sidcup, Bexleyheath, Ebbsfleet Valley, Northfleet, Sevenoaks, Grays and Gravesend.
Questions about Swanley Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Swanley Recycling Centre?
Swanley Recycling Centre is open Monday to Saturday, 8am to 4:30pm; Sunday, 9am to 4pm.
Is Swanley Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Swanley Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
What can I take to Swanley Recycling Centre?
Swanley Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, cooking oil, electricals, glass, green waste, metals, paint, paper, plastics and wood. It does not take clinical waste, trade waste and tyres.
Where is Swanley Recycling Centre?
Swanley Recycling Centre is at Teardrop Centre, Farningham Hill, Swanley, BR8 8TJ.
Who runs Swanley Recycling Centre?
Swanley Recycling Centre is run by Kent County Council.