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Bath & North East Somerset Recycling Centre Rules
How to Visit
📅 Mandatory Booking: You must book an appointment online to visit the Bath or Midsomer Norton centres.
🚗 Keynsham Access: No booking required, but last entry is 15 minutes before closing. Arrive early to avoid queues.
🪪 Resident Only: You must bring proof of residence (utility bill or ID) to show you live in the B&NES area.
🚛 Vehicles Needing a Permit
A free permit is required for vans, pick-ups, camper vans, or single-axle trailers (1.8m–2.4m). Permits are only valid for visits on:
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays only.
Note: Bath is closed on Tuesdays; Midsomer Norton is closed on Thursdays.
🚫 Prohibited Vehicles
The following are NOT allowed at any B&NES site:
- Trailers over 2.4m length
- Multi-axle trailers
- Van/Pick-up towing a trailer
- Flatbed or box vans
- Vehicles over 3.5 tonnes GVW
- Tractors
General Site Regulations
- Household Waste Only: Business waste is strictly prohibited.
- Hazardous Materials: You must notify the council in advance for items like asbestos.
- Lifting Assistance: Staff cannot help move items. Please bring someone with you if you need help unloading.
- Hired Vehicles: No permit needed for hire vans up to 3.4 tonnes (bring your hire agreement).
Accepted Materials: Electricals (WEEE), Garden Waste, Cardboard, Wood, Household Batteries, Glass, Plastic, and Textiles.
