Alerts/notices

Please note: This site will close at 1pm on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve (Tuesday 24th and 31st December). The final appointment of the day will be from 12.45pm - 1pm.

This site is closed on all Bank Holidays.

Booking information

Vans are not permitted unless eligible for a voucher. If a voucher is not presented a charge will be made. Business waste is chargable.

Cyclists bringing household waste are welcome and do not need to book. 

On the Eventbrite booking system, to view additional times, click on 'More options' then click on any of the three visible times. You can then use the right arrow key to scroll across to later times.

Car only bookings

Cars with trailers are not permitted to visit this site.

Please do not book a car only space for a car and trailer.

Trailer only bookings at an alternative site

 

Location

Shipston recycling centre
Brailes Road (B4035)
Shipston-on-Stour
CV36 5BE

The postcode CV36 5BE is relatively new so may not yet be updated for use in satnavs or other electronic maps.

Please use CV36 4AP as an alternative although this covers a large area.

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Opening times
Day

Summer opening

1 April to 30 September

Winter opening

1 October to 31 March

Monday 9.30am to 3.15pm 9.30am to 3.15pm
Tuesday 9.30am to 3.15pm 9.30am to 3.15pm
Wednesday 9.30am to 3.15pm 9.30am to 3.15pm
Thursday 9.30am to 3.15pm 9.30am to 3.15pm
Friday 9.30am to 3.15pm 9.30am to 3.15pm
Saturday 8.30am to 12.15pm 8.30am to 12.15pm
Sunday 8.30am to 12.15pm 8.30am to 12.15pm

Please note: This site will close at 1pm on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve (Tuesday 24th and 31st December). The final appointment of the day will be from 12.45pm - 1pm.

This site is closed on all Bank Holidays.

Vehicle restrictions

Restrictions are in place at Shipston recycling centre for:

  • vans
  • pick-ups
  • trailers
  • large 4x4s

Cyclists bringing household waste are welcome and do not need to book. Please be aware of manoeuvring vehicles and take care on site as entrances can be busy.

A 1.98m (6ft 6in) height barrier is in place at this recycling centre, if your vehicle is larger than 1.98m (6ft 6in) please report to staff on arrival.

Find out more about vehicle restrictions and vouchers.

Types of waste
Commercial and chargeable household waste

This service is available during the opening hours of the site, from Monday to Friday only.

Commercial materials accepted are:

  • garden waste
  • non-recyclable waste
  • wood/timber/chipboard
  • soil/rubble

Find out more about commercial waste.

 

Commercial vehicles accepted at this site

If you are planning to bring commercial or chargeable waste to the site, please check the table below for the size of vehicle accepted.

Vehicle type Accepted?
Car Yes - chargeable
Estate car/car derived van (eg Astra van, Fiesta van etc) Yes - chargeable
Small van or pick up (eg VW Caddy, Vauxhall Combo, Ford Connect etc) Yes - chargeable
Twin cab pick-up / large 4×4 Yes - chargeable
Trailers up to 1.83m (6ft) in length Yes - chargeable
Transit vans or larger No
Trailers over 1.83m (6ft) in length No

We provide a 'pay-as-you-throw' scheme at Shipston Recycling Centre.

Commercial recycling permits and pre-paid commercial sacks operate at this site.

Reuse shops
Pedestrian access

For safety reasons pedestrian access is not permitted.

We may be able to make arrangements if you do not have access to a vehicle, please call us on 01926 412593.

We require 48 hours notice.

Disabled access
Site safety
  • Please wear suitable clothing (no open toe footwear)
  • Use gloves when handling sharp/heavy items
  • Place all items in the correct containers
  • Co-operate with staff and ask for advice if needed
  • Black bags may be opened by staff. You may be asked to sort and recycle mixed bags of rubbish
  • Keep all children and animals inside your vehicle
  • Observe the 5 mph speed limit
  • Be courteous to staff and other customers
  • Comply with all policies such as vehicle and DIY waste restrictions
  • All commercial and chargeable household waste must be paid for
  • Park in marked bays only or as directed by staff
  • Move around on site with caution, do not be distracted by handheld devices such as phones or cameras
  • Wheeled bins are not permitted on site
  • As a driver, be aware of and take care around site users most at risk from road traffic such as pedestrians, older adults, disabled people, cyclists and motorcyclists
Body worn video cameras

To enhance the user experience of site visitors, some staff may be wearing a body worn video cameras. Constant recording by this means is not used. Staff will inform site users if recording has taken place.

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