Hazardous waste
Hazardous waste is any liquid or solid material that may cause harm to people or the environment if not disposed of correctly. It is illegal to mix hazardous waste with other types of waste.
Certain types of hazardous waste are accepted at our recycling centres.
| Item | Accepted? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Antifreeze | Yes | Please ask a member of staff. 25 litres maximum quantity - disposal of larger quantities will be subject to checks to confirm the antifreeze has come from a household source. |
| Asbestos | No | See more information about asbestos disposal. |
| Car and automotive parts | No | With the exception of general automotive servicing items, such as antifreeze, car batteries, oil filters and used engine oil. |
| Car batteries | Yes | |
| Clinical waste | No | See clinical waste. |
| Chemical and radioactive hazardous waste | No | We are unable to dispose of chemical and radioactive hazardous waste. Please seek professional advice. |
| Engine oil (used) | Yes | 25 litres maximum quantity - disposal of larger quantities will be subject to checks to confirm the engine oil has come from a household source. |
| Fire extinguishers | At 3 HWRCs | Can be disposed of at: |
| Fluorescent tubes | Yes | |
| Fridges and freezers | Yes | |
| Gas bottles | At 3 HWRCs | Can be disposed of at: |
| Insulation (fibreglass) | Yes | Please ensure it is bagged. |
| Oil filters (automotive) | Yes | Please ask a member of staff. Must be domestic use. |
| Paint / varnish / stains | Yes | Please ask a member of staff. Must be domestic use. |
| Portable batteries | Yes | |
| Sharps (such as medical needles) | No | See clinical waste. |
| TVs and monitors | Yes | Please ask a member of staff. Must be domestic use. |
| Tyres | No | Please check with your local garage or tyre retailer to see if they accept additional tyres. A small fee may be charged. |
| Used engine oil | Yes | Limits apply. |
| Vape (single use) | Yes | Please speak to a member of staff |
| Weed killer | No | Check packaging for disposal advice. We do not have the correct chemical storage facilities. |
Last updated 14 December 2023