Ellon Recycling Centre is located at Ellon AB41 8QR. Ellon Tip is for use with residents from the local area only to dispose of their recyclable items or waste. Ellon Dump is controlled by Aberdeenshire Council waste management disposal services.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can pedestrians access the site?
A: No. Pedestrian access is not permitted, as pedestrians cannot be safely separated from vehicles.
Q: Who needs to book a visit?
A: Only commercial-type vehicles and trailers need to book, and there are limits on the number of visits. Other vehicles can visit without booking.
Q: What types of items are accepted at the site?
A: Items accepted include batteries, bikes, blue and orange bin recycling, bulky items, cooking oil, electrical appliances, engine oil, fluorescent tubes, garden waste, gas cylinders, glass bottles and jars, plasterboard, polystyrene, rubble, rigid plastics, scrap metal, soil and turf, textiles, upholstered items, vapes, wood, non-recyclable waste, and charitable reuse items.
Q: Can I donate items for reuse?
A: Yes. Pre-loved items that can be donated to charities include bicycles, footwear, furniture with fire-retardant labels, garden furniture, bric-a-brac, mattresses, small electrical items with all parts, and sports equipment.
Q: What recycling equipment can I collect from the site?
A: You can collect battery bags, food caddy liners, indoor blue food waste caddies, and green outdoor food caddies.