Recycling Centre / Council
Linwood Household Recycling Centre
5 Middleton Road, Linwood, Paisley PA3 3DP
Opening hours
Visit information
- Monday
- 08:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday
- 08:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday
- 08:00 - 18:00
- Thursday
- 08:00 - 18:00
- Friday
- 08:00 - 18:00
- Saturday
- 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday
- 08:00 - 18:00
Contact details
Address & Contact
- Address
- 5 Middleton Road, Linwood, Paisley PA3 3DP
- Location
- Paisley
- Telephone
- 0300 3000300
- GPS
- 55.8546896, -4.4841615
- Website
- Visit official website
Plan your visit
Location
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What can I take to Linwood Household Recycling Centre?
- Sorted household waste
- Household batteries
- Car batteries
- Carpets
- Clothing and textiles
- Computers
- Fluorescent tubes
- Garden waste
- Mattresses
- Paint
- Scrap metal
- Small electrical appliances
- TVs
- Vapes
- Domestic white goods including fridges and freezers
- Engine oil
- Bricks (household DIY limits)
- Small amounts of household rubble (DIY limits)
- Wood (household DIY limits)
- Upholstered seating (Linwood only)
This is a summary, not a complete list. If an item isn’t shown, check with the council before you travel.
Separate vapes into the dedicated containers. Keep engine oil sealed and unmixed. Upholstered seating is accepted only at Linwood.
Not accepted
- Trade or business waste
- Clinical waste and medicines
- Giant hogweed and Japanese knotweed
- Non-household chemicals such as petrol
- Plasterboard
- Tyres
- Fire extinguishers
- Syringes
- Asbestos
ID and proof of address
- Bring your permit, proof of a Renfrewshire address and photo ID.
Trailers
- Trailers accepted
- Eligible cars, vans and pickups may tow single-axle trailers under 1.8m × 1.2m. Twin axles are not admitted.
- Permit required
- Yes. A Linwood permit is valid for one day and up to three visits that day.
Official sources
About this listing
Listing information
Linwood Recycling Centre is located at 5 Middleton Road, Linwood, Paisley PA3 3DP. Linwood Tip is for use with residents from the local area only to dispose of their recyclable items or waste. Linwood Dump is controlled by Renfrewshire Council waste management disposal services.
Want to see other recycling centres in Renfrewshire? Browse the full list of Renfrewshire Council Recycling Centres.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need proof of residency to use the recycling centres?
A: Yes, visitors must show proof that they live in Renfrewshire, such as a council tax or utility bill, along with photo ID like a driving licence.
Q: Can I visit with a van, pickup or trailer?
A: Larger vehicles such as vans, pickups and trailers are only allowed at the Linwood recycling centre, and require a permit obtained in advance.
Q: Do I need a permit if I’m visiting in a car?
A: No, permits are not required for cars at any of Renfrewshire’s recycling centres. Permits only apply to certain larger vehicles at Linwood.
Q: Can I remove items from the recycling centres?
A: No, removing any items from the centres is not permitted. All materials deposited become the responsibility of the local authority.
Q: What happens if I arrive without proof of residency or ID?
A: You will not be allowed to enter the recycling centre if you cannot provide proof of your Renfrewshire address and valid photo identification.
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