Ballymun Recycling Centre: Opening Hours, Address & Charges
Use this simple Dublin guide before you load the car: opening hours, Carton Way address, what is free, what is charged, what not to bring, and how to avoid being turned away at Ballymun Recycling Centre.
Independent guide for recyclingcentreireland.org. Charges, opening hours and accepted materials can change, so check Dublin City Council’s official page or the signs on site before travelling.
Quick answer: opening hours
Ballymun Recycling Centre is generally open Monday to Wednesday 9am–5pm, Thursday to Friday 9am–6pm, and Saturday / Bank Holidays 9am–4pm. It is closed on Sundays.
Arrive with enough time to unload and separate items. If you are bringing chargeable material, do not arrive near closing time with a full vehicle.
Quick answer: address and contact
The official leaflet lists the address as Ballymun Recycling Centre, Carton Way, Dublin 11, D11 XH7P. Dublin City Council customer service is 01 222 2222.
The site is for household use only. Commercial waste is not accepted, and full large or commercial vans may be refused.
Ballymun Recycling Centre Opening Hours 2026
These are the official opening hours shown by Dublin City Council for Ballymun Recycling Centre. Always check the official page near Christmas, Easter, severe weather, bank holidays or public-service disruption.
| Day | Opening hours | Resident tip |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00am – 5:00pm | Good day for quieter visits after weekend clear-outs. |
| Tuesday | 9:00am – 5:00pm | Bring sorted items to unload faster. |
| Wednesday | 9:00am – 5:00pm | Check charges first if bringing bulky items. |
| Thursday | 9:00am – 6:00pm | Later closing helps after work, but avoid arriving too late with a mixed load. |
| Friday | 9:00am – 6:00pm | Useful before weekend cleaning, but check if any public notice applies. |
| Saturday / Bank Holidays | 9:00am – 4:00pm | Often busier. Sort at home and allow queue time. |
| Sunday | Closed | Do not leave items outside the gate. Illegal dumping can be prosecuted. |
Do not rely on old screenshots. Opening hours can change for bank holidays, weather or operational reasons. The Dublin City Council page and on-site signs should be treated as the final source.
Ballymun Recycling Centre Address, Eircode and Phone Number
The address to search in maps is Carton Way, Dublin 11, D11 XH7P. If you have a question before travelling, contact Dublin City Council customer service on 01 222 2222 or email waste.management@dublincity.ie.
Address
Ballymun Recycling Centre, Carton Way, Dublin 11, D11 XH7P.
Customer service
Call Dublin City Council on 01 222 2222 if you need opening hours, charges or accepted-item help.
Who it is for
The facility is for household waste and recycling. Commercial or trade waste is not accepted.
Senior-friendly note: write the address, phone number and closing time on paper before leaving. If you are bringing chargeable material, bring a payment method and call ahead if unsure.
Ballymun Recycling Centre Charges: Vehicle Loads, Green Waste and Food Waste
Dublin City Council says charges are based on the type of material and the size of vehicle, with fees displayed on site. The official Ballymun leaflet lists the charge examples below.
| Charge type | Official leaflet price | What this means before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Car | €15 | Useful for bulky or mixed chargeable household loads. |
| Estate car / Jeep / SUV | €20 | Higher capacity vehicles can be charged more than a standard car. |
| Car & single axle trailer | €40 | Sort the load first so you are not paying for avoidable mixed waste. |
| Van / vehicle & double axle | €70 | Commercial-looking vans may be refused if staff believe the load is not household waste. |
| Green waste 80L bag | €2 | For household grass, leaves and hedge cuttings only. |
| Green waste 1m³ skip bag | €16 | Useful for larger garden clear-outs, but commercial green waste is not accepted. |
| Household domestic waste 80L bag | €4 | For ordinary household domestic waste bag disposal. |
| Food waste caddy up to 10L | €2 | Small kitchen-caddy quantity. |
| Food waste caddy up to 25L | €4 | Larger food-waste caddy quantity. |
Charge warning: if you are bringing carpets, curtains, furniture, mattresses, timber, rubble, paint, polystyrene or mixed bulky items, assume a charge may apply unless Dublin City Council or on-site staff confirm otherwise.
What Can You Bring to Ballymun Recycling Centre Free of Charge?
Dublin City Council says there is no charge when vehicles carry only certain free materials, including packaging material and electrical/electronic equipment. The official leaflet lists the common free categories below.
| Free category | Examples | Sort-at-home tip |
|---|---|---|
| Paper and cardboard | Paper, newspapers, magazines, cardboard, junk mail. | Flatten boxes before loading the car. |
| Packaging | Beverage cartons, plastic bottles, plastic packaging, cans. | Keep packaging clean and separated where possible. |
| Glass bottles and jars | Bottles and jars accepted in the free list. | Empty containers before bringing them. |
| Textiles | Clothes and shoes. | Bag textiles separately so they stay dry. |
| Batteries | Domestic batteries and car batteries. | Keep batteries separate from general mixed waste. |
| Books and small media | Stamps, books and DVDs. | Box small items together to unload quickly. |
| Electrical and electronic items | Fluorescent tubes, mobile phones, fridges, freezers, white goods, IT equipment, TVs and radios. | Do not mix WEEE with bulky household waste. |
Best way to keep it free: bring free-only materials in a clearly separated load. If you mix free recycling with chargeable bulky waste, staff may need to treat the visit differently.
Items Accepted With a Charge at Ballymun Recycling Centre
The official leaflet lists several materials as accepted with a charge. If you are unsure, call Dublin City Council before loading the car, especially for DIY, rubble, paint, gas cylinders or large bulky items.
Bulky household items
Furniture, carpets, curtains and similar bulky household items can be chargeable. Mattresses are listed with a maximum of two per load.
DIY and building-type waste
Timber, flat glass, household DIY rubble and C&D waste are listed as chargeable items. Trade waste is not accepted.
Priority or special materials
Household priority waste such as paints, aerosols and pesticides, plus polystyrene, oils and gas cylinders are listed as chargeable categories.
Do not hide chargeable items under free recycling. Staff may inspect loads, and the site rules say material must not be removed from the facility once deposited.
Ballymun Recycling Centre Item Checker: Free, Charged or Not Accepted?
Use this simple helper before you leave home. It does not replace Dublin City Council’s on-site charges, but it helps you choose the right route.
What are you bringing?
Likely route: these are generally free recycling materials if your vehicle carries only this type of accepted material.
Before you go: keep packaging clean, dry and separated so you can unload quickly.
Items Not Accepted at Ballymun Recycling Centre
The official leaflet lists several “No thank you” items. Do not bring these to the site unless Dublin City Council has given updated written guidance saying otherwise.
| Not accepted | Why you should not risk it | What to do instead |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | Listed as not accepted in the Ballymun leaflet. | Use an authorised tyre-retailer or waste route. |
| Oil tanks | Can be hazardous and are not listed as accepted. | Ask a specialist waste contractor. |
| Petrol and diesel | Flammable liquids are not accepted. | Contact Dublin City Council or a hazardous-waste route. |
| Asbestos | Dangerous material requiring specialist handling. | Use a licensed asbestos contractor. |
| Commercial or trade waste | Dublin City Council says commercial waste is not accepted. | Use a licensed commercial waste provider. |
Do not dump outside the gate. The official leaflet warns that illegal dumping can be prosecuted. If the centre is closed, take the items home and return during opening hours.
Rules Before You Enter Ballymun Recycling Centre
The site is managed for household recycling and safe unloading. A little preparation at home makes the visit quicker and safer for you, staff and other residents.
Use the site for household waste only
Commercial or trade waste is not accepted. A full large van or commercial van may be refused.
Separate food waste from general waste
Dublin City Council says users are required to separate food waste from general waste at these centres.
Use on-site parking only
The leaflet asks patrons not to park outside the centre. Parking is available on site.
Keep children and dogs under control
Children must be cared for by an adult, and dogs must be kept on lead at all times.
Do not remove material
The leaflet says material should not be removed from the facility under any circumstances.
Before You Go: Pack the Car So You Do Not Waste a Trip
Most delays happen because everything is thrown into the boot together. Separate free recycling, chargeable bulky items, WEEE, food waste and garden waste before you leave home.
Put free recycling together
Paper, cardboard, cans, packaging, glass and WEEE should be easy to unload separately.
Keep charged material separate
Bulky waste, mattresses, timber, rubble, paints, polystyrene, food and green waste can involve charges.
Check vehicle type
If using a van, trailer, SUV or commercial-looking vehicle, call ahead if the load could be questioned.
Best visit time: avoid the final 30 minutes if you have a large or mixed load. Staff need time to assess, direct and unload safely.
Bottle Banks and Bring Centres Near Ballymun
If you only have bottles, jars or a small bag of recycling, a nearby bottle bank may be enough. Dublin City Council lists bring-centre options around Ballymun, including Gallaun Road, Coultry Green, Shangan Road and Ballymun Road locations.
Do not use a small bottle bank for bulky waste. Bring centres and bottle banks are not a place for mattresses, furniture, rubble, paint or bags of mixed rubbish.
Ballymun Recycling Centre Map and Helpful Video Guide
The map is for location and directions only. It does not confirm live opening hours, queuing, charges or whether your item will be accepted on the day.
Important: map results can show the right location but not live operational notices. If you are travelling with a full car, a van, chargeable waste or hazardous-looking items, check Dublin City Council information first.
Helpful video: Ballymun Recycling Centre visual context
This video is included to give residents a visual sense of Ballymun Recycling Centre. Use Dublin City Council’s official page and leaflet for the final rules on opening hours, charges and accepted materials.
Ballymun Recycling Centre Questions Answered Properly
People searching for Ballymun Recycling Centre usually need fast practical answers: opening hours today, address, Eircode, charges, whether mattresses are accepted, whether WEEE is free, where to take paint, and whether vans are allowed.
If you searched for opening hours
Check the hours table and then confirm live notices on Dublin City Council’s official page before travelling on holidays.
If you searched for charges
Vehicle and material charges depend on what you bring. Free-only recycling may be free, but bulky/mixed loads can be charged.
If you searched for vans
Commercial waste is not accepted, and full large or commercial vans may be refused. Call ahead if unsure.
FAQ: Ballymun Recycling Centre Opening Hours, Address and Charges
What are Ballymun Recycling Centre opening hours?
The official hours are generally Monday to Wednesday 9am–5pm, Thursday to Friday 9am–6pm, Saturday and Bank Holidays 9am–4pm, and Sunday closed. Check Dublin City Council for live changes.
Where is Ballymun Recycling Centre?
The official address is Ballymun Recycling Centre, Carton Way, Dublin 11, D11 XH7P.
What is the phone number for Ballymun Recycling Centre?
Dublin City Council customer service is 01 222 2222. For waste queries, the leaflet also lists waste.management@dublincity.ie.
Is Ballymun Recycling Centre free?
Some materials are free when brought alone, such as paper, glass, cardboard, cans, plastic bottles, packaging and WEEE. Bulky, mixed or chargeable materials can involve fees.
How much does it cost to use Ballymun Recycling Centre?
The official leaflet lists examples such as car €15, estate car/Jeep/SUV €20, car with single axle trailer €40 and van/vehicle with double axle €70 for chargeable loads. On-site displayed charges should be treated as final.
Can I bring a mattress to Ballymun Recycling Centre?
Mattresses are listed as accepted with a charge, with a maximum of two per load in the official leaflet.
Can I bring electrical items to Ballymun Recycling Centre?
Yes. The leaflet lists electronic and electrical equipment including fridges, freezers, white goods, IT equipment, TVs, radios, mobile phones and fluorescent tubes under free accepted items.
Can businesses use Ballymun Recycling Centre?
No. Dublin City Council says the recycling facilities are for household waste only and commercial or trade waste is not accepted.
Are tyres accepted at Ballymun Recycling Centre?
No. The official leaflet lists tyres under “No thank you,” meaning they should not be brought to the centre.
Is this the official Dublin City Council website?
No. This is an independent Recycling Centre Ireland guide. Use Dublin City Council’s official page, leaflet, phone number and on-site signs for final decisions.