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You will need to book a slot to visit this recycling centre. You can book your slot up to 2 weeks in advance. For further information read our bookings page.
You must be a resident in the statutory area of Essex County Council to use this site. Staff may ask for proof of residency from visitors (such as a council tax bill or driving licence). Residents from nearby areas in Suffolk may also use this site, thanks to a reciprocal partnership with Suffolk County Council allowing cross-border use.
Lawford Recycling Centre, Greensmill, Lawford, Essex, CO11 1UW
Information on disabled access to the recycling centre can be found on AccessAble, formerly Disabled Go.
9am to 4pm every day except Wednesday and Thursday.
9am to 5pm every day except Wednesday and Thursday.
Every Wednesday and Thursday.
Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve closed from 1pm.
Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
You will need to book in advance to visit this recycling centre.* You can book your slot up to two weeks in advance.
Book your slot to visit Lawford Recycling Centre
*Blue Badge holders, pedestrians and cyclists are not required to make a booking.
Recycling centre bookings terms and conditions.
To cancel a booking, please follow the link in your booking confirmation.
Vans, pick-ups, other commercial-type vehicles and any towed trailer with more than one axle – including those privately owned - are not allowed to use this site. Please check what Essex County Council defines as a van, pick-up or large trailer.
Customers attempting to park prohibited vehicles outside the site and carry waste in will be turned away.
DIY waste including soil, hardcore, plasterboard, tiles, bathroom and kitchen units and doors is not accepted at this recycling centre.
Your nearest recycling centre that accepts vans and limited DIY waste is Colchester.
The following items cannot be taken to any ECC recycling centre. You must arrange a separate collection or disposal of these items.
Find out how to correctly dispose of household hazardous waste in Essex.
