Farnborough HWRC: Opening Times, Booking, Waste Rules & Charges
Plan a successful visit to Farnborough Household Waste Recycling Centre on Eelmoor Road. Check seasonal opening times, book a slot, confirm what the site accepts, understand DIY allowances, avoid unnecessary charges and prepare vans, trailers, hazardous waste and bulky items correctly.
Do I need to book Farnborough recycling centre?
Yes. Every visitor must book an appointment before travelling to Farnborough HWRC. Slots can be reserved up to one week ahead, and same-day bookings are available when spaces remain.
Use the registration number of the vehicle you will actually drive. Amend or cancel through the link in the confirmation email if your plans change.
Seasonal hours, midday closure and Christmas dates
The centre opens seven days a week, but closing time changes during the year. It also closes for 30 minutes every afternoon.
| Period | Opening hours | Important detail |
|---|---|---|
| 1 April–30 September | 9am–6pm | Closed between 1pm and 1:30pm. |
| 1 October–28 February | 9am–4pm | Closed between 1pm and 1:30pm. |
| 1 March–31 March | 9am–5pm | Closed between 1pm and 1:30pm. |
| Christmas Day | Closed | Do not book or travel. |
| Boxing Day | Closed | Do not book or travel. |
| New Year’s Day | Closed | Normal seasonal hours resume after the closure. |
Is Farnborough HWRC normally open now?
The result uses current UK time and the published seasonal timetable.
Checking current UK time…
Before relying on normal hours
- Check the official centre page for emergency closures.
- Confirm that your booking email still shows the correct time.
- Allow time to unload before the published closing time.
- A booking does not override a weather or safety closure.
How to reserve, change or cancel a visit
Booking is quick when the vehicle, residency and waste details are ready before you start.
Select Farnborough HWRC
Open Hampshire’s booking service and choose Farnborough as the centre.
Start the official bookingEnter the correct vehicle registration
Use the registration of the vehicle that will arrive. Select the correct option for a car, hire vehicle, van, pick-up or trailer.
Check whether a permit is neededDeclare DIY waste accurately
Provide the household address where the DIY waste originated and estimate the quantity correctly.
Read the DIY allowance rulesChoose an available time
Appointments can be made up to seven days ahead. Same-day appointments depend on availability.
Review Hampshire booking guidanceKeep the confirmation email
Use its link to amend or cancel the appointment. Cancelling a DIY booking prevents the unused declared allowance from being deducted.
Hire van: a hire van can be used when hired for three days or fewer. Select “Hire vehicle” and bring the hire agreement for staff to inspect.
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Common household waste accepted at Eelmoor Road
Acceptance can depend on quantity, condition and the correct container. Ask site staff before unloading unfamiliar or hazardous material.
Electricals and batteries
Household batteries, car batteries, mobile phones, electrical appliances, fridges, freezers, printer cartridges, light bulbs and vapes.
Furniture and household items
Furniture, mattresses, carpets, baths, bedding, quilts, pillows and sleeping bags.
Garden and wood waste
Garden waste, real Christmas trees and most treated, untreated or mixed household wood.
Cardboard
Large boxes and packaging are accepted. Flatten cardboard before loading. Use kerbside recycling for normal paper and magazines.
DIY materials
Rubble, soil, plasterboard, sinks, toilets and shower trays are accepted subject to the household allowance and charges.
Paint and chemicals
Farnborough is licensed for limited household paint, pesticides and household or garden chemicals in suitable sealed containers.
Reuse before disposal: good-quality furniture and some bulky items may be directed to the onsite sales or reuse area. Keep reusable items clean, complete and separate from damaged waste.
Restricted waste accepted only under specific rules
| Waste type | Farnborough rule | How to prepare it |
|---|---|---|
| Animal waste | Maximum two bin bags per household per day. | Double bag before travelling. |
| Engine oil | Maximum 10 litres per household per six months. | Use a suitable sealed container. |
| Paint | Maximum five litres per household per month. | Keep in a sealed, upright container. |
| Household chemicals and pesticides | Maximum five litres per household per month. | Keep the original label where possible and speak to staff. |
| Gas bottles | Propane or butane bottles up to 15kg; Calor bottles are excluded. | Use the supplier’s return scheme for Calor bottles. |
| Upholstered seating | Accepted but handled separately because it may contain POPs. | Keep sofas and chairs whole; contain damaged foam or fabric. |
| Knives and scissors | Hand directly to site staff. | Wrap blades securely in cardboard or thick fabric. |
Waste that Farnborough HWRC cannot accept
Asbestos
Farnborough does not accept asbestos. Use an approved Hampshire site and follow the advance-booking and wrapping instructions.
Tyres
Take tyres to a garage, tyre centre or suitable vehicle-waste business. A disposal charge may apply.
Cooking oil
Cooking oil is not accepted at Hampshire HWRCs. Seal small amounts and follow the official household disposal guidance.
Petrol or diesel
Fuel is not accepted. Contact an authorised commercial disposal company or suitable garage.
Medicines
Return unwanted medicines to a dispensing pharmacy for safe disposal.
Ammunition, explosives and flares
HWRCs are not licensed for these items. Follow police, government or specialist disposal advice.
Japanese knotweed
The plant and contaminated soil cannot be accepted. Use Environment Agency disposal guidance.
Hazardous railway sleepers
Sleepers treated with creosote or CCA are classed as hazardous wood and are not accepted.
Can I take this item to Farnborough recycling centre?
Choose a common item for a quick route. The official centre page remains the final authority for unusual waste.
Select an item
Result: Select an item first.
Load the vehicle in unloading order
- Put the final material you will unload nearest the front.
- Keep similar materials together.
- Place paint and chemicals upright in a secure tray.
- Keep batteries, vapes and electricals separate.
- Do not bury sharp or hazardous items under general waste.
Free DIY allowance and charges above the limit
Normal household waste brought by a Hampshire resident in a car is free. Charges mainly apply to DIY material above the household allowance, vehicle permits and non-Hampshire access.
| Charge or allowance | Current rule | Important detail |
|---|---|---|
| Household DIY allowance | Up to eight 50-litre rubble sacks or four single items per four-week period. | The booking must identify the waste-origin household. |
| Soil or rubble above allowance | £3 per part or whole 50-litre sack, or £3 per individual item. | Part-filled sacks count as whole sacks. |
| Plasterboard above allowance | £6 per part or whole 50-litre sack. | Plasterboard must be separated from tiles and rubble. |
| Plasterboard sheet | £10 per sheet or part sheet above allowance. | Oversized sheets are also £10 within the permitted maximum size. |
| Van, pick-up or trailer permit | £20 administration fee. | Up to 12 visits or 12 months, whichever comes first. |
| Other non-Hampshire resident | £13.50 per visit. | Paid when booking; DIY waste is charged separately. |
DIY excess-charge estimator
Enter only material above your remaining household allowance.
Estimate: Enter the excess quantities above.
DIY allowance mistakes to avoid
- Do not count tradesperson waste as household DIY waste.
- Do not mix plasterboard into rubble sacks.
- Declare the correct waste-origin address.
- Cancel an unused DIY booking so it does not affect the allowance.
- Staff make the final decision on quantity and material type.
- Payments at the centre are card only.
Cars, hire vans, pick-ups and trailers
| Vehicle | Permit or booking rule | What to bring |
|---|---|---|
| Standard car | Book using the registration of the vehicle attending. | Booking confirmation. |
| Van or pick-up | A digital permit is normally required. | Correct registered vehicle; the system recognises the permit. |
| Trailer 1.8m–3m | Permit required. | Valid permit linked to the booking. |
| Short-term hire van | Allowed when hired for three days or fewer. | Hire agreement and a booking marked “Hire vehicle”. |
| Commercial or trade vehicle | Household booking cannot be used for business waste. | Use Hampshire’s trade-waste service and required licence. |
Permit validity
One permit covers one vehicle for up to 12 visits or 12 months, whichever happens first.
Maximum annual permits
A resident can apply for two permits per year, allowing up to 24 permitted visits in total.
Two visits in one day
Each visit needs its own booking and each visit uses one permit entry.
Wrong vehicle
Do not arrive in a different vehicle from the one entered during booking.
Safety, access and unloading requirements
Reverse park
Reverse into the marked parking space so you can leave safely after unloading.
Children and animals
They must remain inside the vehicle while you unload.
One entry per booking
A booked slot permits one centre visit. A second visit needs another appointment.
Keep waste manageable
Use smaller loads and do not overfill sacks with heavy rubble or soil.
Ask before throwing
Check that no member of staff is working inside or near a container.
Staff decision is final
Site staff decide how waste is classified, where it goes and whether quantities are acceptable.
Accessibility
Ask staff for help if needed. Most Hampshire sites provide a Blue Badge parking space.
No abusive behaviour
Antisocial or abusive conduct is not tolerated at Hampshire HWRCs.
Bag checks: mixed waste brought in bags may be inspected. Separate cardboard, garden waste, metals, wood, electricals, textiles, furniture, chemicals and general waste before arrival.
Eelmoor Road directions and local access
Farnborough Household Waste Recycling Centre
Address:
Eelmoor Road
Farnborough
Hampshire
GU14 7QN
- Appointment required
- Open seven days except three public-holiday closures
- Daily closure from 1pm to 1:30pm
- Check permit requirements before bringing a van or trailer
- Sort waste before entering the site
Farnborough and Aldershot residents
Rushmoor is within Hampshire, so normal household access is free when using an eligible vehicle and following booking rules.
Nearby non-Hampshire visitors
Residents crossing from outside Hampshire may need to pay the £13.50 access charge unless an official exception applies.
No suitable Farnborough slot?
Use Hampshire’s centre finder to compare another HWRC, but check its accepted and restricted waste list separately.
Why residents are asked to separate waste before visiting
Boosting recycling and reuse at Hampshire HWRCs
This Hampshire County Council video explains the focus on separating reusable and recyclable materials instead of placing everything in general waste.
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Booking, charges, permits and waste lookup links
Information checked: 26 June 2026. Same-day closures, booking availability, charges and acceptance rules can change. Use the linked Hampshire page for the final live decision.
Frequently asked questions
What are Farnborough HWRC opening times?
Farnborough opens 9am–6pm from April to September, 9am–4pm from October to February and 9am–5pm during March. It closes daily between 1pm and 1:30pm.
Do I need to book Farnborough recycling centre?
Yes. Every visit requires an appointment. Book online up to one week ahead, or choose an available same-day slot.
Where is Farnborough Household Waste Recycling Centre?
The centre is on Eelmoor Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 7QN.
Is Farnborough tip open on Christmas Day?
No. The centre closes on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
Can I take rubble and soil to Farnborough HWRC?
Yes. Hampshire households have an allowance of up to eight 50-litre rubble sacks or four single DIY items per four-week period. Excess quantities are charged.
How much is excess rubble at Farnborough recycling centre?
Rubble or soil above the household allowance costs £3 per part or whole 50-litre sack, or £3 per individual item.
Can I take plasterboard to Farnborough HWRC?
Yes. It is included in the DIY allowance. Above the allowance, the charge is £6 per part or whole 50-litre sack or £10 per sheet or part sheet.
Can I take asbestos to Farnborough recycling centre?
No. Farnborough does not accept asbestos. Use one of Hampshire’s designated asbestos sites and follow its advance-booking and wrapping requirements.
Do I need a permit for a van or trailer?
A van, pick-up or trailer may require a digital permit. The £20 permit covers one vehicle for up to 12 visits or 12 months, whichever comes first.
Do non-Hampshire residents pay to use Farnborough HWRC?
Most visitors from outside Hampshire pay £13.50 per visit when booking. Official exemptions apply to certain neighbouring council areas and designated sites.