Andover Household Waste Recycling Centre: Opening Times, Booking & Rules
Plan a visit to Andover HWRC at Scott Close, Walworth Industrial Estate. Check seasonal hours and the daily lunch closure, book the correct vehicle, understand DIY allowances, prepare asbestos safely and avoid loading materials the site cannot accept.
Do I need to book Andover waste and recycling centre?
Yes. Every visit requires an appointment, including same-day visits when a slot is available.
Enter the registration number of the vehicle you will actually use. Select the correct vehicle and declare DIY waste accurately.
Andover recycling centre opening times
The centre normally opens seven days a week, but the closing time changes by season. It also closes for lunch from 1pm to 1:30pm every open day.
| Period | Normal opening hours | Lunch closure | Annual closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 April–30 September | 9am–6pm | Closed 1pm–1:30pm | Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day |
| 1 October–28 February | 9am–4pm | Closed 1pm–1:30pm | Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day |
| 1 March–31 March | 9am–5pm | Closed 1pm–1:30pm | Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day |
Normal hours can be overridden: severe weather, operational problems or emergency closures can cancel booked appointments. Check the official Andover page on the day.
Is Andover HWRC normally open at my planned time?
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Book the correct appointment step by step
Incorrect vehicle, registration or waste information can invalidate the appointment and prevent entry.
Choose Andover HWRC
Select Andover rather than another Hampshire recycling centre. Confirm that Scott Close is the intended destination.
Open the official booking formEnter the vehicle you will use
The registration number and vehicle type must match the vehicle arriving at the site.
Check whether a permit is requiredDeclare DIY waste and its origin
Enter the household address where the DIY waste was produced. The booking system checks the four-week household allowance.
Review the DIY allowanceSelect an available date and time
Appointments can normally be made up to seven days ahead. Same-day appointments may be available.
Save the confirmation
Use the link in the confirmation email if you need to amend or cancel the visit.
Cancel unused DIY bookings
Cancelling prevents a declared DIY visit from incorrectly counting against the household allowance.
Where is Andover Household Waste Recycling Centre?
Andover HWRC
Address: Scott Close, Walworth Industrial Estate, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 5NU
Telephone: 01264 353438
- Appointment required
- Use the registration shown in the booking
- Reverse park when instructed
- Keep children and animals inside the vehicle
- Ask staff before unloading restricted waste
Waste accepted at Andover recycling centre
Electricals and batteries
Household batteries, car batteries, fridges, freezers, televisions, small appliances, mobile phones, printer cartridges, vapes and e-cigarettes.
Home and furniture
Baths, bedding, quilts, pillows, sleeping bags, carpets, mattresses, furniture and upholstered household seating.
Garden and wood
Garden waste, real Christmas trees, treated wood, untreated wood and reusable wooden furniture.
Recyclable materials
Large cardboard, light bulbs, fluorescent tubes, selected metals, knives and scissors presented safely.
DIY materials
Rubble, soil, plasterboard, sinks, toilets, shower trays and qualifying cement-bonded asbestos within allowance rules.
Hazardous household liquids
Paint, pesticides and selected household chemicals in sealed containers, subject to monthly limits.
Paper reminder: the Andover page directs residents to use kerbside recycling for newspapers, magazines and ordinary paper. The HWRC accepts large cardboard packaging.
Can I take this item to Andover HWRC?
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Important quantity limits
- Animal waste: maximum two double-bagged sacks per household per day.
- Engine oil: maximum 10 litres per household every six months.
- Paint or household chemicals: maximum five litres per household per month.
- Gas bottles: propane or butane up to 15kg, excluding Calor-branded bottles.
How much DIY waste can I take to Andover for free?
The allowance applies only to DIY construction or demolition waste created by occupants working on their own Hampshire home. Tradesperson waste is not included.
| Allowance rule | Free amount | Important detail |
|---|---|---|
| Bagged DIY waste | Up to eight 50-litre rubble sacks per four-week period. | Part-filled sacks are rounded up to a whole sack. |
| Single DIY items | Up to four qualifying individual items per four-week period. | Size restrictions apply. |
| Use in one visit | The complete allowance can be used in one appointment. | Only one waste-origin household allowance can be used per visit. |
| Mixed materials | Allowed only after separation. | Separate plasterboard from tiles, rubble and other materials. |
| Paid tradesperson waste | No free household allowance. | It is commercial waste even when produced at a home. |
Estimate excess rubble, plasterboard or asbestos charges
Enter only waste above the remaining free household allowance. Site staff make the final quantity and material decision.
Choose chargeable waste
Estimate: Select a material and enter the chargeable quantity.
Published excess charges
- Rubble or soil: £3 per part or whole 50-litre sack.
- Individual rubble or ceramic item: £3.
- Plasterboard: £6 per part or whole 50-litre sack.
- Plasterboard sheet or part sheet: £10.
- Cement-bonded asbestos sheet or part sheet: £12.
- Payment at Hampshire HWRCs is card-only.
Can I take asbestos to Andover recycling centre?
Andover is one of the limited Hampshire HWRCs licensed to accept cement-bonded asbestos. Other asbestos types are not accepted.
Confirm it is cement-bonded asbestos
If the material type is uncertain, use a qualified asbestos specialist rather than moving or breaking it.
Phone the site before travelling
Pre-arrange acceptance with Andover HWRC on 01264 353438. Without advance contact, staff may be unable to accept it.
Wrap whole sheets securely
Keep sheets whole where possible and wrap them in plastic sheeting. Double-bag and seal small or broken pieces.
Check size and quantity
Items larger than 1200mm × 600mm are not accepted. The maximum deposit is 15 sheets.
Declare it during booking
Asbestos counts toward the household DIY allowance. Excess material costs £12 per sheet or part sheet.
Do not break asbestos to make it fit: cutting or snapping asbestos can release hazardous fibres. Use a licensed specialist when the material exceeds the site restrictions.
Do I need an Andover HWRC vehicle permit?
| Vehicle | Permit rule | Important condition |
|---|---|---|
| Car or motorcycle | No separate permit. | A booked appointment is still mandatory. |
| Van or pick-up | Digital permit required. | £20 administration fee; valid for 12 visits or 12 months. |
| Hire van | Special booking route. | Hire must be three days or fewer and the agreement must be shown. |
| Trailer up to 1.8m | No permit required. | Measurement covers the trailer box, excluding tow bar. |
| Trailer 1.8m–3m | Digital permit required. | Permit links to the towing vehicle registration. |
| Trailer over 3m | Not permitted. | Use another authorised disposal route. |
| Vehicle over 3.5 tonnes | Not permitted. | Hampshire HWRCs cannot admit heavy goods vehicles. |
Permit limits: one permit provides 12 visits or 12 months, whichever occurs first. A household can apply for up to two permits per year, allowing a maximum of 24 visits.
Can out-of-county residents use Andover recycling centre?
Most residents living outside Hampshire must pay an access charge of £13.50 when booking and must also pay for all DIY waste deposited.
Hampshire residents
Use the site without an entry charge for household waste, subject to booking, permit and DIY rules.
Portsmouth or Southampton residents
Can access Hampshire HWRCs without the general out-of-county entry charge, but still need a booking.
Other non-Hampshire residents
Pay £13.50 per visit at booking and cannot use the free Hampshire DIY allowance.
Commercial-type vehicles
Most chargeable out-of-county visitors cannot use a van, pick-up or large trailer to access the site.
Andover HWRC rules that can prevent refusal
Use one booking per visit
Only enter once during the allocated appointment. A second entry requires another booking.
Reverse park
Follow site directions and reverse into the unloading bay when instructed.
Keep children and animals inside
They must remain in the vehicle while waste is unloaded.
Separate mixed DIY waste
Plasterboard, rubble, tiles and soil must be separated before arrival.
Carry safe, manageable loads
Use smaller containers rather than overfilled sacks that cannot be handled safely.
Ask before throwing waste
Check that staff are not working inside or around a container.
Declare household origin honestly
Staff may request a declaration if the quantity or frequency appears commercial.
Follow staff decisions
The site team’s decision about waste type, volume and acceptance is final.
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Andover waste and recycling centre links
Information checked: 26 June 2026. Temporary closures, charges, permits and accepted materials can change. Confirm the official Andover page before booking, paying or travelling.
Frequently asked questions
What are Andover recycling centre opening times?
Andover HWRC normally opens 9am–6pm from April to September, 9am–4pm from October to February and 9am–5pm during March. It closes from 1pm to 1:30pm each open day.
Does Andover HWRC close for lunch?
Yes. The site normally closes between 1pm and 1:30pm, even when the wider seasonal opening period continues later in the afternoon.
Do I need to book Andover Household Waste Recycling Centre?
Yes. Every visit requires an appointment. Arriving without a valid booking or outside the allocated time can result in refusal.
Can I book Andover recycling centre on the same day?
Same-day appointments can be booked when slots remain available. Future appointments are normally released up to one week in advance.
What is the address of Andover recycling centre?
The address is Scott Close, Walworth Industrial Estate, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 5NU. The site telephone number is 01264 353438.
What waste can I take to Andover HWRC?
The site accepts many household items including electricals, batteries, cardboard, garden waste, wood, furniture, mattresses, rubble, soil, plasterboard and restricted amounts of hazardous household waste.
Do I need a permit for a van or trailer?
Vans and pick-ups require a digital permit. Trailers up to 1.8 metres do not need a permit, trailers from 1.8 to 3 metres require one and trailers over 3 metres are not permitted.
How much DIY waste can I take for free?
A Hampshire household can normally dispose of up to eight 50-litre rubble sacks or four qualifying single DIY items in a four-week period.
Can I take asbestos to Andover recycling centre?
Andover accepts cement-bonded asbestos only. You must phone in advance, wrap it securely, keep sheets within the size limit and declare it as DIY waste when booking.
Can non-Hampshire residents use Andover HWRC?
Most non-Hampshire residents can book a visit but must pay a £13.50 entry charge and pay for all DIY waste. Separate exceptions apply to Portsmouth and Southampton residents.