Check Dungloe Recycling Centre Before You Make the Trip
Dungloe Recycling Centre at Údarás na Gaeltachta Industrial Estate serves households across west Donegal with free recycling streams, charged recycling, household waste disposal and bulky-item options.
The important details are the four-day opening pattern, F94 X452 Eircode, current charges and sorting rules. Friday now runs to 5pm in the current MyWaste and Bryson listings.
Independent information guide. The centre is part of Donegal County Council’s recycling-centre network and is operated through Bryson Recycling; recyclingcentreireland.org is not the council or operator.
Quick answer for Dungloe
Dungloe Recycling Centre is at Údarás na Gaeltachta Industrial Estate, Dungloe, Co. Donegal, F94 X452. The current site phone is 086 142 6504.
The current opening pattern is Tuesday and Thursday 10:30am–5pm, Friday 8:30am–5pm and Saturday 8:30am–2:30pm. Monday, Wednesday and Sunday are normally closed.
Do not assume every load is free
Donegal’s centres have an extensive free recycling area, but paper, cardboard, plastics, oils, household waste, food waste, garden waste and bulky goods can carry charges.
If you have a mixed clearance load, separate it at home first. Otherwise you may pay for recyclable material that could have gone through a free stream.
Dungloe Recycling Centre Opening Hours
MyWaste and the current council-linked Bryson recycling-centre leaflet show the same normal Dungloe timetable. The centre has two later-start weekdays, an early Friday opening and a shorter Saturday.
| Day | Current listed hours | Practical note |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Closed | Do not plan a normal Monday drop-off. |
| Tuesday | 10:30am–5pm | Useful weekday option, but it starts later than Friday. |
| Wednesday | Closed | Check another Donegal centre only if it suits your waste type. |
| Thursday | 10:30am–5pm | Allow enough time for unloading a sorted load. |
| Friday | 8:30am–5pm | Currently the longest normal Dungloe opening window. |
| Saturday | 8:30am–2:30pm | Go earlier if bringing bulky or mixed chargeable material. |
| Sunday | Closed | No normal Sunday service is listed. |
Friday update: older Dungloe information can show a 2:30pm Friday close. Current MyWaste and the council-linked Bryson leaflet show Friday as 8:30am–5pm, so use the newer listing when planning your visit.
Bank holidays and exceptional closures: normal weekly hours do not guarantee that the gate will be open on every public holiday or during severe weather, maintenance or operational disruption. Recheck the live listing before a long drive.
Dungloe Recycling Centre Address, Eircode and Phone Number
Address
Údarás na Gaeltachta Industrial Estate
Dungloe
Co. Donegal
F94 X452
Use the Eircode with your map or sat-nav instead of relying on a generic “Dungloe recycling” search result.
Site phone
Call before travelling with a large van load, several bulky items, questionable materials or anything not clearly covered by the standard price list.
Bryson Recycling contact
The current Donegal recycling-centres leaflet also provides this wider Bryson Recycling contact number for the county sites.
Donegal County Council
Use the council for wider waste-service or environmental queries rather than a simple gate-level item question.
Dungloe Recycling Centre Charges
Donegal’s recycling centres divide material into free recycling streams and chargeable streams. The Bryson leaflet linked by Donegal County Council provides the clearest current published price breakdown.
| Material or load | Published charge | Before you unload |
|---|---|---|
| Sorted chargeable recycling | €1 standard black bin bag | May contain smaller bags of sorted paper, cardboard, cartons and household plastic packaging. |
| Standard car recycling load | €4 | This is the published chargeable-recycling car rate, not a universal fee for every item. |
| Large car | €8 | Sort free streams out before reaching the charged area. |
| Car + 6ft x 4ft trailer | €8 | Bulky goods can still have their own item prices. |
| Van | Based on level of load | Phone first for a full van or unusual clearance load. |
| Household waste | €0.55/kg | Bin bags must weigh no more than 10kg each under the published guidance. |
| Garden waste | €2 per bag | Keep garden waste separate from household rubbish. |
| Gas bottle | €2 per cylinder | Tell staff what you have before unloading. |
| Paint | €1 per 5-litre can | Keep containers closed and upright. |
| Polystyrene | €2 per bag | The leaflet specifies clean white polystyrene. |
| Car tyre | €4 each | Check unusual or non-car tyres before travelling. |
| Cooking oil | €2 / 5L or €6 / 20L | Transport in a secure container. |
| Engine oil | €2 / 5L or €6 / 20L | Do not mix with other liquids. |
Payment: Donegal County Council says card payments are available at all six recycling centres, and the Bryson leaflet says card is the preferred payment method.
What Can You Recycle for Free at Dungloe?
Donegal County Council says its recycling centres have an extensive free area. The current Bryson leaflet lists several material streams that can be dropped off without a recycling charge when they are correctly separated.
| Item | Current position | How to prepare it |
|---|---|---|
| Glass bottles and jars | Free | Empty and separate from other materials. |
| Food and drink cans | Free | Keep separate from general waste. |
| Aerosols | Free | Use the designated stream. |
| Textiles | Free | Clean and dry items are easier to reuse or recycle. |
| Fluorescent bulbs / lightbulbs | Free | Transport carefully to avoid breakage. |
| Household batteries | Free | Keep separate from normal waste. |
| Car batteries | Free | Ask staff where to place them. |
| Small electrical appliances | Free WEEE | Anything with a plug or battery should stay out of household rubbish. |
| Large electrical appliances | Free WEEE | Ask staff before unloading large items. |
| TVs and monitors | Free WEEE | Keep screens protected in transport. |
| Mobile phones | Free WEEE | Remove personal data where possible before disposal. |
| Scrap metal | Free | Separate it from mixed household rubbish. |
Electrical items: Donegal County Council states that householders can bring electrical or electronic equipment of any size to any of the six county recycling centres free of charge.
Other Items Accepted at Dungloe Recycling Centre
Several recyclable materials are accepted but are not part of the free area. This is where sorting at home saves both time and confusion at the site.
Paper and cardboard
Paper, cardboard and cartons are accepted through the chargeable recycling stream. Keep them dry and separate so they are not treated as contaminated waste.
Rigid and soft plastic
Both are accepted, but Donegal County Council says they should be separated. Plastics should be clean, dry and loose.
Commercial appliances
The Bryson price leaflet includes commercial appliances in the chargeable section. Check before bringing business equipment or a large quantity.
Soft-plastic examples: Donegal County Council includes plastic bags, bread bags, fruit and vegetable bags, crisp bags, sweet and biscuit wrappers, food pouches and parcel packaging.
Can You Bring Household Waste to Dungloe Recycling Centre?
Yes. Unlike many recycling-only drop-off points, the Donegal centres also accept household waste for a charge. The current Bryson leaflet lists household waste at €0.55 per kg.
The published guidance says household waste must be in bin bags weighing no more than 10kg per bag. Keeping recyclable glass, cans, batteries and WEEE out of those bags can reduce unnecessary paid waste.
Food waste charges
| Food-waste weight | Published charge | Packaging rule |
|---|---|---|
| 0–2kg | €1 | Use a compostable bag or wrap in newspaper. |
| 3–5kg | €2 | Keep plastic contamination out. |
| 6–10kg | €4 | Use the food-waste route rather than general waste where appropriate. |
Simple car-boot rule: free recyclables first, chargeable clean recycling second, food/garden waste separately and general household rubbish last. This makes the gate conversation much easier.
Dungloe Mattress, Sofa and Bulky-Waste Charges
| Bulky item | Published charge | Visit advice |
|---|---|---|
| Small furniture item | €15 | Bring lifting help if the item is awkward. |
| Large furniture item | €25 | Call first for several pieces. |
| Single mattress | €15 | Keep as dry as practical for transport and handling. |
| Double mattress | €25 | Do not arrive near closing time with multiple mattresses. |
| King mattress | €30 | Secure it safely during transport. |
| Carpet | €25 minimum | Roll or bundle it before travel. |
| Sofa | €30 minimum | Bring enough help to unload safely. |
| Other bulky items | €0.55/kg | Phone first if the item is unusual or exceptionally heavy. |
Promotion warning: Donegal sometimes runs temporary bulky-goods discounts. Do not assume an old half-price campaign is still active; use the standard published charge unless a current council notice says otherwise.
Paint, Oils and Reuse at Dungloe
Waste paint
Donegal County Council says waste paint is accepted all year at the recycling centres for €1 per 5-litre tin.
Keep lids secure and do not mix paints with oils or other liquid waste.
Paint reuse
Bryson’s Donegal leaflet says dedicated paint-reuse areas can make reusable paint available free to customers when stock is available.
This depends on what usable paint has been donated, so it is not a guaranteed stock service.
Used oils
Cooking and engine oil are accepted through charged streams. The current published price is €2 per 5 litres or €6 per 20 litres. Keep the oil in secure containers and identify which type you are carrying.
Six Steps for an Easier Dungloe Recycling Trip
Check the day first
Dungloe is normally closed Monday, Wednesday and Sunday. Do not start loading until you know the centre is open.
Separate free material
Keep glass, cans, textiles, batteries, electricals, phones and scrap metal away from paid recycling and general waste.
Separate rigid and soft plastic
Donegal County Council specifically asks for separate clean, dry, loose plastic streams.
Estimate bulky charges
Mattresses, sofas, furniture and carpets use specific item charges rather than the normal €4 car recycling rate.
Bring a payment card
Donegal County Council confirms card payment is available at the six centres and Bryson identifies card as the preferred payment method.
Phone before unusual loads
Use 086 142 6504 for a centre-level check if you have a van, several bulky items, unusual waste or a material not clearly covered by the published guide.
If Dungloe Is Closed or the Trip Does Not Suit
Donegal County Council operates a network of six recycling centres through its contracted service. The others are at Carndonagh, Laghey, Letterkenny, Milford and Stranorlar.
Do not assume another centre has Dungloe’s hours. Each site has its own opening pattern, so compare the live listing before setting off across the county.
Stranorlar
Useful if your journey already takes you toward the Finn Valley area.
Find another approved route
A bring bank, WEEE point or battery drop-off can be enough if you only have one simple material stream.
WEEE shortcut: if you only need to dispose of household electrical equipment, Donegal County Council also explains retailer take-back and other free WEEE routes. You may not need to carry the item all the way to Dungloe.
Dungloe Recycling Centre Map
The map is for route planning to the Údarás na Gaeltachta Industrial Estate. A Google pin does not verify live gate hours or today’s price list, so use the official listing for operational details.
Dungloe Recycling Centre FAQ
What are Dungloe Recycling Centre opening hours?
The current MyWaste and Bryson listings show Tuesday and Thursday 10:30am–5pm, Friday 8:30am–5pm and Saturday 8:30am–2:30pm. Monday, Wednesday and Sunday are closed under the normal schedule.
Where is Dungloe Recycling Centre?
It is at Údarás na Gaeltachta Industrial Estate, Dungloe, Co. Donegal. The listed Eircode is F94 X452.
What is the Dungloe Recycling Centre phone number?
The current site number is 086 142 6504. Bryson Recycling’s wider Donegal contact shown in the centre leaflet is 086 777 9325.
How much does Dungloe Recycling Centre cost?
Charges depend on the material. The current Bryson leaflet lists chargeable recycling at €1 per standard bag, €4 per standard car, €8 per large car and €8 for a car with a 6ft x 4ft trailer. Household waste is listed at €0.55/kg, with separate rates for bulky items, food waste, garden waste, paint, tyres and oils.
Can I bring household rubbish to Dungloe Recycling Centre?
Yes. The current Bryson guidance says household waste is accepted for €0.55/kg and must be in bin bags weighing no more than 10kg each.
Are electrical items free at Dungloe?
Yes. Donegal County Council says householders can bring electrical and electronic goods of any size to any of its six recycling centres free of charge.
Can I recycle soft plastic at Dungloe?
Yes. Donegal County Council says soft plastic is accepted at all six recycling centres. Keep soft and rigid plastics separate and make sure the plastics are clean, dry and loose.
Can I bring a mattress or sofa to Dungloe?
Yes. The current published rates include mattresses, furniture, carpet and sofas as chargeable bulky items. Prices vary by item and size, so check again before a large clear-out.
Does Dungloe Recycling Centre accept paint?
Yes. Donegal County Council says waste paint is accepted year-round at its recycling centres for €1 per 5-litre tin.
Can I pay by card at Dungloe Recycling Centre?
Yes. Donegal County Council says card payments can be made at all six county recycling centres, and the Bryson leaflet describes card as the preferred payment method.
Official Sources and Final Verification
Opening hours and prices can change. Check these sources before a long trip, a bank-holiday visit or a large household clear-out:
Before you leave: check that Dungloe is open, use F94 X452 for directions, separate free recyclables from paid material, bring a payment card and phone first if the load is bulky, unusual or difficult to classify.
This is an independent information guide published by recyclingcentreireland.org. It is not Donegal County Council, Bryson Recycling or the Dungloe Recycling Centre.