To use our recycling centres you need to provide proof of your Plymouth address. This can be one of the following:
- Council Tax bill
- driving licence
- gas or electricity bill
Chelson Meadow
Chelson Meadow recycling centre is open from 8.30am to 5.30pm, 7 days a week. Except for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
Address: The Ride, Plymstock, Plymouth, PL9 7JA
View the location of Chelson Meadow on Google maps.
Items accepted
- general household waste
- bulky waste
- garden waste
- scrap metal
- fridges or freezers
- TVs or other small electrical items
- recycling ‘bring bank’ items, such as clothing, cans and glass bottles
- antifreeze or chemicals
- car or household batteries
- fluorescent tubes or low energy lamps
- gas bottles
- cooking or engine oil
- hazardous or commercial waste
- Asbestos
- all types of paint
Items accepted but charges apply
- Hardcore, rubble, soil and ceramics
- Plasterboard
- Bonded Asbestos
- Disposal of commercial waste
Charges apply for the disposal of certain materials which are not classed as Household waste.
Payment will be taken on site by Credit/debit card payments only. Receipts will be offered.
We are aware that the Government has announced they plan to ban charges on DIY waste. We will be engaging with them on what this means for residents. All charges will remain until discussions have been completed.
Waste charges
| Waste | Cost |
|---|---|
| Soil/Rubble Including bricks, breeze blocks, concrete, drainage pipes (ceramic/porcelain), gravel, hardcore, paving slabs, rubble, sand, sanitary ware (ceramic/porcelain toilets, bidets, sinks, shower trays, pipes, etc.), soil, slates/slabs, stones, tarmac, tiles (ceramic, porcelain, floor, roof, wall) and turf. |
£2.40 per bag or item £60 for loose material presented in a small trailer (trailer permit required) £120 for loose material presented in a large trailer (trailer permit required) |
| Plasterboard | £6 per bag or sheet |
Payment Information
- Payment will be taken on site by Credit/debit card only. We do not accept cash.
- A bag is a small, plastic sand/aggregate bag from standard DIY stores that can be safely lifted by one person.
- The charges payable will be based upon the quantity of material to be deposited using the rates given as an indicative guide.
- Items such as a toilet pan, toilet cistern, sink, sink pedestal etc will be charged as single items.
- The staff member’s decision on the actual charge is final.
Vans and trailers
Vans and trailers can use Chelson Meadow (exemptions and restrictions apply).
All vans and trailers need a permit.
Weston Mill
Weston Mill recycling centre is open from 8.30am to 5.30pm every Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
The centre is closed from Tuesday to Thursday.
Address: North Prospect Road, Plymouth, PL5 2AR
View the location of Weston Mill on Google Map.
Items accepted
- garden waste
- household waste
- wood waste
- scrap metal
- large household appliances (washing machines, cookers, tumble dryers)
Items not accepted
These items are not accepted at Weston Mill, you will need to take them to Chelson Meadow:
- fridges or freezers
- TVs or other small electrical items
- recycling ‘bring bank’ items, such as clothing, cans and glass bottles
- antifreeze, asbestos or chemicals
- car or household batteries
- fluorescent tubes or low energy lamps
- gas bottles
- cooking or engine oil
- hazardous or commercial waste
- hardcore, rubble, soil and ceramics
- plasterboard
- bonded asbestos
Vans and trailers
Vans and trailers are not allowed to use Weston Mill.