Before you visit the recycling centres:
- do not visit the recycling centre if you or anyone you are living with is in self-isolation or showing COVID-19 symptoms
- black bags will NOT be accepted at any sites when they are first open
- only a very limited range of materials will be accepted (see list below)
- id checks will be undertaken - please be prepared to present proof of Swansea residency when requested
- trailers will not be permitted
Recycling centres re-opening
From Tuesday 26 May we will be re-opening all our Household Waste Recycling Centres for the public to dispose of certain types of household waste but there will be some changes in how we operate them and what we expect from residents.
Do not visit the recycling centre if you or anyone you are living with is in self-isolation or showing COVID-19 symptoms.
Opening times for all recycling centres: 7 days a week, 8.30am - 5.00pm.
What will be accepted at each recycling centre
All recycling centres will be open but to maintain social distancing through reducing initial demand we are only accepting a very limited range of materials. Please carefully check the table below for more information.
Black bags will NOT be accepted at any sites when they are first open. If a material is not listed in the table it is not currently accepted at any of our sites.
| Domestic material | Llansamlet* | Clyne | Garngoch | Penlan | Tir John |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardboard | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Hardcore (soil, rubble, ceramics) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Garden waste | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Small electricals | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Metal (scrap) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Carpets | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Tumble dryer, cooker, washing machines | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Mattresses | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Fridge/freezer | Yes | No | No | No | Yes |
| Furniture | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Wood | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Black bags and non-recyclable waste | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Aluminium foil | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Batteries - car | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Batteries - household | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Books | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Cans (food and drink) | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Cartons (Tetra Paks) + paper cups | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Clothes/ textiles (no duvets, pillows or cushions) | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Cooking oil | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Engine oil | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Fluorescent tubes | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Food - out of date cupboard food/freezer breakdowns in original packaging (no tins or glass) | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Food waste | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Gas cylinders | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Glass (bottles and jars) | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Glass (window/plate) | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Household chemicals | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Nappies | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Paint | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Paper | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Plastic (pink bags) | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Plastic - large (eg furniture) | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Polystyrene | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Reusable items including, furniture, electricals + bric-a-brac | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Shoes | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Soil | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Televisions and monitors | Not currently accepted | ||||
| Free compost available for public | Not currently available | ||||
* Tip Treasures remains closed at Llansamlet.
We will be reviewing the list of materials regularly so keep checking this page for updates.
We'll also be putting updates on our social media accounts: www.facebook.com/RecycleForSwansea/ and twitter.com/Recycle4Swansea as well as on www.swansea.gov.uk/coronavirusadvice.
Who can visit the recycling centres
Only Swansea residents can use the recycling centres so we may check for proof of residence. Please bring a recent utility bill, your driving licence or Council Tax bill along with you when visiting the site.
Vans with valid permits are able to visit Llansamlet and Clyne recycling centres as normal but no trailers will be allowed.
Ideally only one member of your household should visit. If you need to bring other members of your family, they need to remain inside your vehicle unless they are needed to help carry a heavy item. For example, a single parent could bring their children on site but the children must remain inside the car.
Which vehicles are allowed at the recycling centres
At the recycling centre
The demand at the recycling centres will be very high. To maintain social distancing we're having to limit the number of users disposing of their recycling and waste at any time so expect severe delays getting onto site. We may have to turn you away and ask you to return another time if the queue is going to spill onto the main highway.
Please be considerate to local residents and the environment by switching off your engines when waiting in the queue to access the recycling centre.
Keep your distance - 2 metres apart from any member of staff or site user.
Site staff are not able to assist with moving or off-loading materials.
Please be patient during this time and be respectful to members of staff.
Recycling centres on site rules
Only visit if essential
You should only visit the recycling centre if it is essential, for example, if waste materials cannot be stored at home without causing risk of injury or harm to health. Please think carefully before you decide to visit the site. Non-essential use puts yourself, other members of the public and our staff at unnecessary risk from spreading the infection.
Don't forget to recycle what you can from home using your kerbside collections or use the bulky waste collection service to avoid queuing at the recycling centres.
