Booking information

Vans are not permitted unless eligible for a voucher. If a voucher is not presented a charge will be made. Business waste is chargable.

Cyclists bringing household waste are welcome and do not need to book. 

On the Eventbrite booking system, to view additional times, click on 'More options' then click on any of the three visible times. You can then use the right arrow key to scroll across to later times.

Car or a car and trailer bookings

Location

Cherry Orchard recycling centre
Pipers Lane
Kenilworth
CV8 2SS

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Opening times
Day

Summer opening

1 April to 30 September

Winter opening

1 October to 31 March

Monday 9.30am to 3.15pm 9.30am to 3.15pm
Tuesday 9.30am to 3.15pm 9.30am to 3.15pm
Wednesday 9.30am to 6.15pm 9.30am to 3.15pm
Thursday 9.30am to 3.15pm 9.30am to 3.15pm
Friday 9.30am to 3.15pm 9.30am to 3.15pm
Saturday 8.30am to 5.45pm 8.30am to 4.15pm
Sunday 8.30am to 5.45pm 8.30am to 4.15pm

This site is closed on all bank holidays.

Let's sort it together project

Please sort your waste into reuseable, recyclable and non-recyclable items before you visit. Waste should be in an open bag or box. Recycling advisors on site can help you with where to recycle your items. Starting in February there will be a sorting station on site to help you maximise the items that are reused and recycled.

Vehicle restrictions

Restrictions are in place at Cherry Orchard recycling centre for:

  • vans
  • pick-ups
  • trailers
  • large 4x4s

Cyclists bringing household waste are welcome and do not need to book. Please be aware of manoeuvring vehicles and take care on site as entrances can be busy.

A 1.98m (6ft 6in) height barrier is in place at this recycling centre, if your vehicle is larger than 1.98m (6ft 6in) please report to staff on arrival.

Find out more about vehicle restrictions and vouchers.

Types of waste
Accepted Restricted Not accepted
Batteries Fluorescent tubes
Ammunition/explosives
Car batteries Hardcore, rubble and soil Asbestos
Cardboard Hazardous/restricted waste Chemicals
Carpet Plasterboard Clinical waste
Cartons Used engine oil Fireworks
Clothes    Gas bottles
Cooking oil   Medicines
Electrical goods   Paint
Foil, food tins and drink cans   Tyres
Fridges and freezers    
Furniture    
Garden waste    
Glass    
Household waste    
Mattresses    
Mobile phones    
Paper    
Plastic (mixed)    
Scrap metal    
Shoes    
Telephone directories    
TVs and monitors    
Wood and timber    

 

Commercial and chargeable household waste

This service is available during the opening hours of the site, from Monday to Friday only.

Commercial materials accepted are:

  • garden waste
  • non-recyclable waste
  • wood / timber / chipboard
  • soil / rubble

Find out more about commercial waste.

 

Commercial vehicles accepted at this site

If you are planning to bring commercial or chargeable waste to the site, please check the table below for the size of vehicle accepted.

Vehicle type Accepted?
Car Yes - chargeable
Estate car/car derived van (eg Astra van, Fiesta van etc) Yes - chargeable
Small van or pick up (eg VW Caddy, Vauxhall Combo, Ford Connect etc) Yes - chargeable
Twin cab pick-up / large 4×4 Yes - chargeable
Trailers up to 1.83m (6ft) in length Yes - chargeable
Transit vans or larger No
Trailers over 1.83m (6ft) in length No

We provide a 'pay-as-you-throw' scheme at Cherry Orchard Recycling Centre.

Commercial recycling permits and pre-paid commercial sacks operate at this site.

 

Reuse shops
Pedestrian access

For safety reasons pedestrian access is not permitted.

We may be able to make arrangements if you do not have access to a vehicle, please call us on 01926 412593. We require 48 hours notice.

Disabled access
Site safety
  • Please wear suitable clothing (no open toe footwear)
  • Use gloves when handling sharp/heavy items
  • Place all items in the correct containers
  • Co-operate with staff and ask for advice if needed
  • Black bags may be opened by staff. You may be asked to sort and recycle mixed bags of rubbish
  • Keep all children and animals inside your vehicle
  • Observe the 5 mph speed limit
  • Be courteous to staff and other customers
  • Comply with all policies such as vehicle and DIY waste restrictions
  • All commercial and chargeable household waste must be paid for
  • Park in marked bays only or as directed by staff
  • Move around on site with caution, do not be distracted by handheld devices such as phones or cameras
  • Wheeled bins are not permitted on site
  • As a driver, be aware of and take care around site users most at risk from road traffic such as pedestrians, older adults, disabled people, cyclists and motorcyclists
Body worn video cameras

To enhance the user experience of site visitors, some staff may be wearing a body worn video cameras. Constant recording by this means is not used. Staff will inform site users if recording has taken place.

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