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Barnsley Council

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Barnsley Council’s official local network has four household waste recycling centres: Goldthorpe, Penistone, Smithies and Worsbrough. All four are represented here, with listing names adding the associated lane, town or district. The council publishes separate guidance on passes, bookings and accepted household waste, so check the relevant site information before travelling.

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About Barnsley Council

Barnsley Council operates four household waste recycling centres at Smithies (Barnsley), Goldthorpe (Highgate), Penistone (Springvale), and Worsbrough (Worsbrough Dale), all open daily except Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day. Hours vary by season: generally 9 am–5 pm April–September (4 pm in winter), except Worsbrough (8 am–7 pm summer, 8 am–4 pm winter). A permit or digital pass (soon replacing paper) is required to use them.

For a full overview of recycling centres across the UK and Ireland, visit our recycling centres directory.

Recycling Centre Access & Hazardous Waste

Access Requirements

📲 Digital Pass Mandatory: All residents must register online for a vehicle or pedestrian pass. This is also valid for Doncaster sites.
🔥 Fire Safety: You must remove all batteries and flammable liquids from gadgets and toys before disposal to prevent site fires.

📍 Specialist Disposal (Worsbrough Only)

While most sites accept standard recycling, Worsbrough is the only location equipped for:

  • Asbestos & Chemicals: Requires a mandatory Hazardous Waste Booking (max 2 per year).
  • Plasterboard: Small amounts only; all bonded material must be removed first.
  • Pesticides & Solvents: Strict packaging rules apply—check guidelines before visiting.

Waste Quick-Check

Accepted at All Sites:
Vapes, Mattresses, Sofas, Coffee Pods, Cooking Oil, and Hard Plastics.
Not Accepted Anywhere:
Vehicle parts, excessive DIY waste, or large amounts of soil (hire a skip for these).

Manage Your Recycling Account

Apply for passes, book hazardous waste slots, or arrange pedestrian access via the official portal.

Questions? Email hwrcpass@barnsley.gov.uk with photos of unknown chemicals.

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