Warwickshire Direct
Princes Drive household waste recycling centre
Opening times
| Day | 1st October to 31st March | 1st April - 30th September |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 9.30 - 15.15 | 9.30 - 15.15 |
| Tuesday | 9.30 - 15.15 | 9.30 - 15.15 |
| Wednesday | 9.30 - 15.15 | 9.30 - 18.15 |
| Thursday | 9.30 - 15.15 | 9.30 - 15.15 |
| Friday | 9.30 - 15.15 | 9.30 - 15.15 |
| Saturday | 8.30 - 16.15 | 8.30 - 17.45 |
| Sunday | 8.30 - 16.15 | 8.30 - 17.45 |
Opening hours may vary during holiday periods. This recycling centre is open on bank holidays - 6th April, 9th April, 7th May, 4th June, 5th June and 27th August 2012.
HWRC information leaflet (pdf, 1.4Mb)
Opening hours are changing - a4 poster (pdf, 482Kb)
Opening hours are changing - a5 poster (pdf, 853Kb)
Opening hours are changing - business card (pdf, 461Kb)
Reuse shops
A charity reuse shop run by Sue Ryder can be found at Princes Drive. All proceeds from the sale of materials from this shop go directly to the charity. To find out whether a certain item is accepted at the shop please contact the shop directly:
Telephone:
01926 882798
This site recycles
plastic bottles, batteries, garden waste, TV's and monitors, glass, scrap metal (inc foil and cans), electrical, used engine oil, fridges and freezers, shoes, car batteries, cardboard, wood and timber, fluorescent tubes, clothes, mobile phones, printer cartridges, cartons, paper, cooking oil, telephone directories
Household waste
We also accept pre-sorted household waste.
Hardcore, rubble and soil
Hardcore, rubble and soil is not classed as household waste, therefore Warwickshire County Council reserves the right to refuse acceptance of this material. However, householders may deposit the equivalent of up to 3 x 25 kg bags (75 kg total combined weight) per month of hardcore, rubble and soil. Residents should be using bulk bag services offered from local DIY stores or skip hire for more substantial works. Information may be found in the Yellow Pages or in the Netregs waste directory.
Warwickshire County Council will also accept small amounts of asbestos at Princes Drive, Hunters Lane and Judkins household waste recycling centres.
Asbestos Information (pdf, 188Kb)
Plasterboard and gypsum
Plasterboard and gypsum is classified as construction waste and will be accepted in small amounts, please contact Waste Management for further information. Please note that this material must be kept separate from all other waste types, therefore please ask an advisor where to deposit this material.
Household and garden chemicals
Princes Drive is the only Household Waste Recycling Centre licensed to receive household / garden chemicals and paint however, you must complete a chemical waste form in order to do this please visit our chemical waste page to complete the form or for more information on how to dispose of garden/household chemicals and paint safely.
Online chemical waste disposal form
Disposal cost
Warwickshire County Council is aware that some people may still want to dispose of waste in vehicles which are excluded by the vehicle and trailer restrictions. Facilities are available at Princes Drive household waste recycling centres on a chargeable basis. We will also accept commercial waste at this centre. Princes Drive household waste recycling centre is run by a contractor on behalf of Warwickshire County Council. Please contact the site on 01926 430775 if you require further information.
| Waste type | 0 to 159Kg | 160 to 250Kg | 251 to 500Kg | 501 to 750Kg | 751 to 1000Kg | Over 1000Kg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Waste | £32 | £41 | £67 | £90 | £115 | £115/tonne |
| Waste item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Domestic fridges and freezers | £18 |
| TV's and Monitors | £18 |
| Glass bottles - per load | £6 |
| Clean card and paper - per load | £12 |
| Gas cylinders (with ID) | £12 |
| Gypsum/ Plasterboard per tonne | £154 |
| Commercial Fridges | £35 |
| Domestic Car Tyres | £6 |
Payments can be made by cash or credit card. Prices are subject to change and VAT is not applicable.
Recycling for traders with cardboard and paper
Companies who wish to recycle their waste cardboard and paper can do so at a reduced price of £12 per load at Princes Drive HWRC.
Location
Princes Drive household recycling centre
Princes Drive
Leamington Spa
CV31 3PH
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Vehicle and trailer restrictions
Vehicle and trailer restrictions apply at all of Warwickshire's household waste recycling centres. This policy effects anyone who uses a van, a commercial type vehicle, a pick-up or a large 4x4
Vehicle restriction policy (pdf 110Kb)
Please note:
- A 6.6ft height barrier is in place at this site
