Alford recycling centre
This page has everything you need to know about Alford recycling centre, including where it is, when it's open, who needs to book, what items can and can't be accepted, and what recycling equipment can be collected.
Opening times
Monday, Friday to Sunday:
- 9am to 12pm
- 12pm to 12.30pm - pedestrian access only, no vehicles
- 12.30pm to 1pm - closed
- 1pm to 4.30pm - 4pm on Fridays
Opening times vary over Christmas and New Year, but we are usually open on other public holidays.
Pedestrian access
Pedestrian access without booking is available from 12pm to 12.30pm.
Vehicles are banned during those times to allow pedestrians, bicycles, and bikes with trailers safe access. Please don't park your vehicle outside the centre and walk in as this causes spillages and issues for passing traffic.
Who needs to book
Vehicles with trailers or commercial type vehicles must book in advance and are limited in the number of visits they can make. Other vehicle types don't need to make a booking to visit Alford recycling centre.
Find out how to make a booking.
Items accepted and for reuse
Our A to Z guide provides a full list of what is accepted at Alford recycling centre.
A to Z of waste and recyclable items
Some textile recycling banks were removed from our recycling centres. These are in the process of being replaced. Find out about the replacement of textile recycling banks.
Items for reuse
Alford recycling centre accepts pre-loved bicycles to be recycled and refurbished through a local charity. The centre doesn't accept any other items for reuse, including mattresses.
Find out more about reuse schemes and charities.
Items not accepted
The following items are not accepted at Alford recycling centre:
- Asbestos
- Commercial or trade waste
- Liquids - excluding engine (mineral) and cooking oil which are accepted
- Paint in liquid form - must be solidified
- Plasterboard
- Tyres
- Upholstered seating containing Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPS)
Available recycling equipment
You can collect the following recycling equipment from Alford recycling centre:
- Battery bags
- Food caddy liners
- Indoor blue food waste caddies
- Green outdoor food caddies
Respect our staff
Please treat our staff with respect and courtesy. Abuse of any kind will not be tolerated and may result in a ban from using the recycling centre. View our zero tolerance policy.