Linford Household Waste and Recycling Centre (the tip)

The site is in Buckingham Hill Road, Linford, SS17 0PP – find out how to get to the tip.

Bring proof of address such as council tax or utility bill, as you will be asked to prove you're a Thurrock resident – the tip is then free to use

The site – formerly called Linford Civic Amenity Site – is open Monday to Sunday:

• 8am to 5pm, from 1 March to 31 October
• 8am to 4pm, from 1 November to 28/29 February

Entrance gates will usually close 15 minutes prior to closing time to allow residents time to unload their vehicles – this is a requirement of the site permit.

At Christmas and New Year the following changes apply:

• Christmas Eve – open 8am to 1pm
• Christmas Day – closed
• Boxing Day – closed
• New Years Day – closed

The site is open at its usual hours throughout Easter weekend and on all bank holiday Mondays.

Residents who wish to use a van, lorry or trailer to dispose of their household waste must have a valid permit to access the site.

What is and isn't accepted

The following items are accepted:

• all type of household waste
• items for re-use and recycling such as cardboard, furniture, paint, soil and hardcore
• electrical items – anything that has a plug or uses a battery
• non-recyclable waste such as carpets, mattresses, polystyrene, cartons and Tetra Paks

The following items are not accepted:

• trade waste
• hazardous waste such as asbestos, gas cylinders and hazardous chemicals

Check what you can take to the tip – including limits on amounts – before going to the site.

To find out how to dispose of your unwanted items, view our A to Z of waste and recycling.

At the tip

Be aware that:

• a height barrier of 1.8m (6ft) is in place but there is a separate traffic lane for van use
• wheel barrows and trolleys are provided
• you can ask a member of staff if you are disabled or require any help
• children should be supervised and kept in the vehicle at all times