Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre
Priorswood, Taunton, TA2 8QY
Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Taunton, run by Somerset Council. Some visits need a booking and others do not.
Get directions to Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre in Google Maps (opens in a new tab)
Opening times
- Monday
- 9am to 5pm
- Tuesday
- 9am to 5pm
- Wednesday
- 9am to 5pm
- Thursday
- 9am to 5pm
- Friday
- 9am to 5pm
- Saturday
- 9am to 4pm
- Sunday
- 9am to 4pm
During winter, the site closes at 4pm on weekends.
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?
It depends on the visit. Some visits to Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre need a booking and others do not.
Cars do not need a booking for general household waste, but you must book a slot if you are bringing DIY waste.
Who can use it?
Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre is for residents of Somerset only.
Can I take a van?
Yes, with a permit. Vans need a permit to use Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre.
Apply for a permit on the Somerset Council van permit page (opens in a new tab).
Vans and trailers must obtain a permit to visit.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Cooking Oil
- Electricals
- Furniture
- Garden Waste
- Glass
- Metals
- Paper
- Plastics
- Wood
What it does not take
- Cartons
- Explosives
- Fireworks
- Medicines
- Mercury
- Petrol & Diesel
Site rules
- There is a reuse shop available at the centre.
- The site can get busy, so be prepared for potential queues.
Recycling centres near Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellington [Poole] Recycling Centre | 6 miles | Booking varies | Wed to Fri 9am to 5pm; Sat and Sun 9am to 4pm; closed Mon and Tue |
| Bridgwater Recycling Centre | 9 miles | Booking varies | Mon, Tue, Thu and Fri 9am to 5pm; Sat and Sun 9am to 4pm; closed Wed |
| Chard Recycling Centre | 11 miles | Booking varies | Mon, Tue, Thu and Fri 9am to 5pm; Sat and Sun 9am to 4pm; closed Wed |
| Williton Recycling Centre | 14 miles | Booking varies | Mon and Tue 9am to 5pm; Sat and Sun 9am to 4pm; closed Wed to Fri |
| Highbridge Recycling Centre | 14 miles | Booking varies | Wed to Fri 9am to 5pm; Sat and Sun 9am to 4pm; closed Mon and Tue |
| Somerton Recycling Centre | 15 miles | Booking varies | Wed to Fri 9am to 5pm; Sat and Sun 9am to 4pm; closed Mon and Tue |
Towns near Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre
Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Taunton, North Petherton, Wellington, Somerset, Bridgwater, Ilminster, Wiveliscombe, Langport, Chard, Highbridge and Watchet.
Questions about Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre?
Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm; Saturday and Sunday, 9am to 4pm.
Is Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
What can I take to Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre?
Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, cooking oil, electricals, furniture, garden waste, glass, metals, paper, plastics and wood. It does not take cartons, explosives, fireworks, medicines, mercury and petrol & diesel.
Where is Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre?
Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre is at Priorswood, Taunton, TA2 8QY.
Who runs Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre?
Taunton [Priorswood] Recycling Centre is run by Somerset Council.