Waveney Road Recycling Centre
Waveney Road, Ballymena, BT43 5BA
Waveney Road Recycling Centre is a household recycling centre in Ballymena, run by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council. Cars can visit without booking; vans and trailers need a booked slot.
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Opening times
- Monday
- 9am to 5pm
- Tuesday
- 9am to 5pm
- Wednesday
- 9am to 5pm
- Thursday
- 9am to 7pm
- Friday
- 9am to 7pm
- Saturday
- 9am to 5pm
- Sunday
- Closed
A summer schedule operates between April and September.
Bank holiday and Christmas opening times
- Easter Monday
- Closed
- Easter Tuesday
- 9am to 5pm
- July 12th
- Closed
- July 13th
- Closed
Do you need to book?
Only for a van or trailer. Cars can visit Waveney Road Recycling Centre without booking, but vans and trailers need a booked slot.
Cars do not need to book. Vans and large trailers must book a slot before visiting.
Who can use it?
Waveney Road Recycling Centre is for residents of Mid and East Antrim only.
- What to bring
- Proof of address.
Can I take a van?
Yes, if you book. Vans and trailers need a booked slot at Waveney Road Recycling Centre.
Vans and large trailers must book a slot to visit.
What you can take
- Batteries
- Cardboard
- Electricals
- Furniture
- Garden Waste
- Glass
- Metals
- Paper
- Plastics
- Textiles
- Wood
What it does not take
- Asbestos
- Clinical Waste
- Explosive Materials
- Large Tractor Tyres
- Trade WasteCommercial or trade waste is not accepted.
Site rules
- Late-night opening until 7pm is available on Thursdays and Fridays.
- The main gates usually close 10 to 15 minutes before the official closing time.
- Children and pets are required to stay inside the vehicle throughout the visit.
Recycling centres near Waveney Road Recycling Centre
| Centre | Distance | Booking | Usual hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laragh Recycling Centre | 3 miles | Vans and trailers book | Tue and Thu 10am to 5:45pm; Sat 10am to 5:15pm; closed Mon, Wed, Fri and Sun |
| Craigmore Recycling Centre | 8 miles | Vans and trailers book | Mon to Sat 9am to 6pm; closed Sun |
| Kilrea Recycling Centre | 12 miles | No booking needed | Mon to Sat 8:30am to 3:45pm; closed Sun |
| Castledawson Recycling Centre | 12 miles | Booking required | Mon to Sat 8:30am to 5:30pm; closed Sun |
| Magherafelt Recycling Centre | 15 miles | Booking required | Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat 8:30am to 5:30pm; Tue and Thu 8:30am to 7:30pm; closed Sun |
| Glenarm Recycling Centre | 15 miles | Vans and trailers book | Wed and Sat 9am to 5pm; closed Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri and Sun |
Towns near Waveney Road Recycling Centre
Waveney Road Recycling Centre is one of the nearest recycling centres to Ballymena, Randalstown and Antrim.
Questions about Waveney Road Recycling Centre
What are the opening times at Waveney Road Recycling Centre?
Waveney Road Recycling Centre is open Monday to Wednesday and Saturday, 9am to 5pm; Thursday and Friday, 9am to 7pm. It is closed on Sunday.
Is Waveney Road Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
Waveney Road Recycling Centre closes on Easter Monday, July 12th and July 13th. On Easter Tuesday, it opens 9am to 5pm.
What can I take to Waveney Road Recycling Centre?
Waveney Road Recycling Centre takes batteries, cardboard, electricals, furniture, garden waste, glass, metals, paper, plastics, textiles and wood. It does not take asbestos, clinical waste, explosive materials, large tractor tyres and trade waste.
Where is Waveney Road Recycling Centre?
Waveney Road Recycling Centre is at Waveney Road, Ballymena, BT43 5BA.
Who runs Waveney Road Recycling Centre?
Waveney Road Recycling Centre is run by Mid and East Antrim Borough Council.