Recycling Centre / Council

Ladybank Recycling Centre

Giffordtown, Ladybank, Fife KY15 7UL

Opening hours

Visit information

Monday
09:00 - 12:30 - 13:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
09:00 - 12:30 - 13:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
09:00 - 12:30 - 13:00 - 17:00
Thursday
09:00 - 12:30 - 13:00 - 17:00
Friday
09:00 - 12:30 - 13:00 - 17:00
Saturday
09:00 - 12:30 - 13:00 - 17:00
Sunday
09:00 - 12:30 - 13:00 - 17:00

Contact details

Address & Contact

Address
Giffordtown, Ladybank, Fife KY15 7UL
Location
Kirkcaldy
GPS
56.2902985, -3.1384685
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What can I take to Ladybank Recycling Centre?

  • Fluorescent bulbs and tubes
  • Glass panes and fish tanks
  • Garden waste
  • Scrap metal
  • Mirrors
  • Empty paint cans
  • Paper and cardboard
  • Non-recyclable household waste
  • Wood, including MDF and logs
  • Bathroom suites
  • Cans and plastics
  • Carpets
  • Clothes and textiles
  • Computer screens
  • Computers
  • Crockery
  • Duvets and pillows
  • Empty LPG, butane and propane cylinders
  • Empty fire extinguishers (ask staff)
  • Glass bottles and jars
  • Household batteries
  • Large domestic appliances, fridges and freezers
  • Mattresses
  • Small electrical appliances
  • Small gas fires without a cylinder
  • Soil and rubble
  • TVs and monitors
  • Tiles
  • Vapes and e-cigarettes
  • Vehicle batteries
  • Bicycles
  • Books
  • Engine oil
  • Upholstered furniture

This is a summary, not a complete list. If an item isn’t shown, check with the council before you travel.

Household waste only. Separate materials before arrival. Paint must be fully hardened before disposal; liquid paint is not accepted. Empty fire extinguishers must be shown to staff. Gas cylinders must be empty and be LPG, butane or propane types.

All vehicles need an advance booking at this centre.

Not accepted

  • Tyres
  • Asbestos
  • Hazardous and chemical waste, including petrol and diesel
  • Liquid paint
  • Commercial waste
  • Walking aids and independent-living equipment

ID and proof of address

Fife residents only. Bring ID or proof of address, such as a driving licence or household bill. Staff may ask to see it and refuse entry if it cannot be provided.

Trailers

Trailers accepted
Yes, maximum 6ft × 4ft excluding the coupling, towed by a car, pickup or car-derived van. Book in advance; one trailer booking in a seven-day period. Larger trailers are not allowed.

About this listing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What waste can’t I bring?

A: Tyres, asbestos, chemicals, and paint—use licensed disposal services.

Q: Is there a reuse shop at the recycling centre?

A: No, there isn’t a reuse shop on site.

Q: Can I bring pets to the recycling centre?

A: No, pets are not allowed for safety reasons.

Q: Is the recycling centre monitored by CCTV?

A: Yes, the site is under CCTV surveillance.

Q: Do I need to book a visit to the recycling centre?

A: Yes, you must book a slot before visiting.

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