Recycling Centre / Council
Dowley Gap Recycling Centre - Bingley
Dowley Gap HWRC Wagon Lane, Bingley BD16 1TP
Opening hours
Visit information
- Monday
- 08:00 - 17:00
- Tuesday
- 08:00 - 17:00
- Wednesday
- 08:00 - 17:00
- Thursday
- 08:00 - 17:00
- Friday
- 08:00 - 17:00
- Saturday
- 08:00 - 16:00
- Sunday
- 09:00 - 16:00
Contact details
Address & Contact
- Address
- Dowley Gap HWRC Wagon Lane, Bingley BD16 1TP
- Location
- Bradford
- GPS
- 53.8392123, -1.8285444
- Telephone
- 01274 432111
- Website
- Visit official website
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About this listing
Listing information
Dowley Gap Recycling Centre is located at Wagon Lane, Bingley BD16 1TP. Dowley Gap Tip is for use with residents from the local area only to dispose of their recyclable items or waste. Dowley Gap Dump is controlled by Bradford Council Waste Management Services.
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Dowley Gap Recycling Centre Review
★★★★☆
The Dowley Gap site is the primary recycling facility for residents in Bingley and Shipley. Located on Wagon Lane, it is a highly efficient split-level facility featuring a raised gantry that allows you to drop waste directly into containers.
This layout is a major advantage for locals, as it eliminates the need to carry heavy bags up steps. While it is more compact than the Bowling Back Lane site, its streamlined one-way system makes it one of the quickest locations in the district for disposing of garden waste, wood, and scrap metal.
Important for Visitors: Access is strictly for Bradford District residents. You must have a valid Blue Resident Permit clearly displayed in your windscreen for entry. The site is open 7 days a week, though it can get busy during peak hours due to its convenient location near the A650.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is allowed to use Bradford Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs)?
A: Only residents of the Bradford District can use HWRCs, and a valid permit is required. People living outside the district are not permitted to use the sites.
Q: Do I need a permit to visit an HWRC, and what type might I need?
A: Yes. All vehicles must display a permit on entry. Cars and non-commercial vehicles need a resident permit, while vans, pickups, and trailers over 1.5 metres require a van permit.
Q: Can I take business or trade waste to an HWRC?
A: No. Waste from businesses, tradespeople, rental properties, or any commercial activity is not accepted at standard HWRCs and must be disposed of through approved commercial waste services.
Q: What limits apply to DIY waste such as soil or rubble?
A: Free DIY waste disposal is limited to one visit per week per household, with either two 50-litre bags/buckets or one large item within the size limit. Larger amounts must be paid for or disposed of privately.
Q: Can I walk or cycle into an HWRC instead of using a vehicle?
A: Yes. Residents who live nearby may enter on foot or by bicycle, but they must follow the same access route as vehicles and follow all site rules and staff instructions.
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