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Central Bedfordshire Council

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Central Bedfordshire Council’s official tidy-tip network has four Household Waste Recycling Centres at Ampthill, Biggleswade, Leighton Buzzard and Thorn Turn near Dunstable. All four are represented on this page. Council guidance covers bookings, accepted waste and site access, while each listing provides the location-specific information for the centre you plan to use.

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Book each tidy-tip visit

Book a time slot before visiting Ampthill, Biggleswade, Leighton Buzzard or Thorn Turn. The household service is for Central Bedfordshire residents. Check your vehicle and materials when booking so the correct permit can be arranged where required.

Vehicle and material permits

Vans, pick-ups and qualifying trailers need a permit. Each vehicle permit covers one visit, with up to 12 in 12 months. Specified materials, including DIY waste, mattresses, carpets and tyres, also have permit requirements. These material rules can apply to car users. Check the quantities and charges before booking.

Check the waste and service you need

Sort your load and check the accepted-waste list before travelling. Household permits do not replace the separate arrangements for chargeable trade disposal at Thorn Turn.

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About Central Bedfordshire Council

Central Bedfordshire Council operates 4 recycling centres, available exclusively to Central Bedfordshire residents. You must book a time slot before visiting. A separate waste permit is required for specified vehicles and materials. Access is strictly for residents, and proof of address may be required. The centres provide facilities for a wide range of household recycling and waste disposal. Please separate items before you arrive to make visits quicker and easier.

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

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Official Central Bedfordshire Council guidance

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