Thurso Recycling Centre
Janetstown, Thurso, KW14 7XU
Thurso Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Thurso, run by Highland Council. Cars can visit without booking; vans and trailers need a booked slot.
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Opening times
- Monday
- 10am to 5pm
- Tuesday
- 10am to 5pm
- Wednesday
- 10am to 5pm
- Thursday
- 10am to 5pm
- Friday
- 10am to 5pm
- Saturday
- 10am to 4pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Bank holiday and Christmas opening times
- Christmas Day25 December
- Closed
Do you need to book?
Only for a van or trailer. Cars can visit Thurso Recycling Centre without booking, but vans and trailers need a booked slot.
Cars do not need to book, but vans and trailers must reserve a slot.
Who can use it?
Thurso Recycling Centre is for residents of the Highland Council area only.
- What to bring
- ID.
Can I take a van?
Yes, if you book. Vans and trailers need a booked slot at Thurso Recycling Centre.
Vans and trailers must book a slot to visit.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Electricals
- Engine Oil
- Garden Waste
- Gas Cylinders
- Glass
- Metals
- Oil Filters
- Paper
- Plastics
- Textiles
- Wood
What it does not take
- Asbestos
- Clinical Waste
- Trade WasteCommercial waste is not accepted.
- Tyres
Site rules
- A declaration is required for vans and trailers.
Recycling centres near Thurso Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wick Recycling Centre | 19 miles | Vans and trailers book | Mon to Fri 10am to 5pm; Sat 10am to 4pm; closed Sun |
| St Margaret's Hope Recycling Centre | 28 miles | No booking needed | Mon to Fri 8am to 3:45pm; Sat and Sun 8:30am to 3:45pm |
| Garson Recycling Centre | 29 miles | No booking needed | Tue to Fri 8am to 3:45pm; Sat and Sun 8:30am to 3:45pm; closed Mon |
| Tongue Recycling Centre | 33 miles | Booking varies | Mon, Tue, Thu and Fri 12pm to 4pm; Sat 9am to 1pm; closed Wed and Sun |
| Hatston Recycling Centre | 36 miles | No booking needed | Tue to Fri 8am to 3:45pm; Sat and Sun 8:30am to 3:45pm; closed Mon |
| Copley Recycling Centre (Shapinsay) | 40 miles | No booking needed | Tue, Thu and Sat 9am to 12pm |
Towns near Thurso Recycling Centre
Questions about Thurso Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Thurso Recycling Centre?
Thurso Recycling Centre is open Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm; Saturday, 10am to 4pm. It is closed on Sunday.
Is Thurso Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Thurso Recycling Centre closes on Christmas Day.
What can I take to Thurso Recycling Centre?
Thurso Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, electricals, engine oil, garden waste, gas cylinders, glass, metals, oil filters, paper, plastics, textiles and wood. It does not take asbestos, clinical waste, trade waste and tyres.
Where is Thurso Recycling Centre?
Thurso Recycling Centre is at Janetstown, Thurso, KW14 7XU.
Who runs Thurso Recycling Centre?
Thurso Recycling Centre is run by Highland Council.