Plan Your Newcastle West Recycling Trip Before You Reach Station Road
Newcastle West Civic Amenity Centre is on Station Road in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick. The current council schedule is limited to Wednesday and Saturday, 10am–5pm, with last entry at 4:45pm.
The centre takes a wide range of separated household recyclables, electricals, garden waste and bulky goods, but general waste, plasterboard, treated timber and several building or household items must use another route.
Independent information guide — check council notices around bank holidays and Christmas, and call first for an unusual or large load.
Quick answer for Newcastle West residents
Address: Station Road, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick. MyWaste’s current national civic-amenity listing identifies the centre with Eircode V42 TD62.
Opening hours: Wednesday and Saturday only, 10am–5pm. Last entry is 4:45pm.
Current site phone: 086 205 3427.
Most important wrong-load warning
Newcastle West does not accept general waste, plasterboard, treated timber, MDF, insulation, household gas cylinders, pillows, duvets, suitcases and several other listed materials.
Limerick City and County Council directs those listed exclusions to Gortadroma Waste & Recycling Centre.
Newcastle West Recycling Centre Opening Hours
The current Limerick City and County Council page lists Newcastle West as a two-day-per-week civic amenity centre. It opens on Wednesday and Saturday only.
| Day | Opening hours | Important detail |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Closed | No normal opening |
| Tuesday | Closed | No normal opening |
| Wednesday | 10am–5pm | Last entry 4:45pm |
| Thursday | Closed | No normal opening |
| Friday | Closed | No normal opening |
| Saturday | 10am–5pm | Last entry 4:45pm |
| Sunday | Closed | No normal Sunday opening |
Do not arrive at 4:55pm. The council’s published last-entry time is 4:45pm, 15 minutes before closing.
Bank holidays and Christmas: Limerick City and County Council says civic amenity opening times are subject to change during Christmas periods and bank holidays. Check the live council page before a holiday-weekend trip.
Newcastle West Recycling Centre Address and Contact Details
Station Road
Newcastle West
Co. Limerick
V42 TD62
Limerick Customer Service 061 556000
customerservices@limerick.ie
Use the Station Road location when planning the journey. A bring bank also exists in the Newcastle West area, but a bring bank is not the same as the staffed civic amenity centre and does not provide the same range of waste services.
Operator identity: Limerick City and County Council owns the three Limerick civic amenity centres, which it says are operated under contract. RecyclingCentreIreland.org is an independent information website and does not operate this facility.
Newcastle West Recycling Centre Charges
Limerick’s current charges apply across the Newcastle West, Mungret and Kilmallock civic amenity centres. The main vehicle charges were revised from 2 June 2026.
| Vehicle or item | Current published charge | Visitor note |
|---|---|---|
| Car | €8 | Normal household car visit charge. |
| Car + 6ft × 4ft trailer | €18 | Sort the load before arriving. |
| Light van | €18 | Check first for unusually large or commercial-looking loads. |
| Double-axle 8ft × 4ft trailer | €32 | Larger domestic trailer charge. |
| Single mattress + base | €18 | Bulky-item charge. |
| Double mattress + base | €24 | Bulky-item charge. |
| King/queen mattress + base | €30 | Largest mattress category listed. |
| Armchair | €12 | Single upholstered chair. |
| 2-seater couch | €18 | Bulky household furniture. |
| 3-seater couch | €24 | Plan unloading help if heavy. |
| Roll of carpet | €10 per room | Separate from ordinary recyclables. |
Mixed-load warning: the vehicle charge does not mean every material in the load is automatically covered. Mattresses, couches, carpet, green waste and material above published limits can have separate charges.
Items Listed Free at Newcastle West Civic Amenity Centre
The current Limerick charges table lists several electrical and battery streams at no charge.
Sort free items separately. A load containing free WEEE plus charged furniture or green waste can still attract the relevant charge for the other material.
What Newcastle West Recycling Centre Accepts
Limerick City and County Council publishes one current material list for its three civic amenity centres. Separate material before travel so each stream can be unloaded into the correct area.
Paint, Oil and Green-Waste Rules Worth Checking
Some materials are accepted but have quantity limits or additional charges. These details are easy to miss if you check only the opening hours.
| Material | Published rule | Extra charge where applicable |
|---|---|---|
| Paint tins | Up to 5 tins before extra tin charge applies | €2 per tin thereafter |
| Engine/cooking oil | 10-litre customer limit before extra quantity charges | Engine oil €1/L; cooking oil €0.50/L above limit |
| Oil filters | Limits apply | Council lists €2/L for quantities over the normal limit |
| Green waste — car/van | Separate garden-waste stream | €7 |
| Green waste — van/trailer | Larger garden-waste load | €16–€32 |
| Commercial green waste | Weight-based | €0.12/kg |
Garden-waste distinction: grass, hedge cuttings and suitable tree cuttings belong in the garden-waste route. Soil is not part of that stream even though soil and stones appear separately on the accepted-material list.
What Newcastle West Recycling Centre Does Not Accept
The council’s current list directs the following items away from Newcastle West, Kilmallock and Mungret to Gortadroma Waste & Recycling Centre.
| Material | Newcastle West status | Practical next step |
|---|---|---|
| General waste | Not accepted | Use the appropriate household-waste route or check Gortadroma. |
| Treated timber | Not accepted | Painted or creosote timber should go to the alternative route. |
| Clingfilm | Not at Newcastle West | Council specifically says clingfilm is accepted at Mungret only. |
| Fibreglass items | Not accepted | Check Gortadroma before travel. |
| Plasterboard | Not accepted | Use Gortadroma or another authorised route. |
| Household gas cylinders | Not accepted | Check Gortadroma/supplier route before transport. |
| Ink & toner cartridges | Not accepted | Use an appropriate take-back or alternative drop-off. |
| Insulation | Not accepted | Check Gortadroma first. |
| MDF | Not accepted | Do not mix with untreated timber. |
| Plastic baths/shower trays | Not accepted | Check alternative waste route. |
| PVC window frames | Not accepted | Check Gortadroma before loading. |
| Pillows & duvets | Not accepted | Use council-directed alternative route. |
| Suitcases | Not accepted | Check Gortadroma. |
Do not treat “timber” as one category. Untreated timber is accepted, but creosote-treated or painted timber is specifically excluded.
When You Need Gortadroma Instead of Newcastle West
Limerick City and County Council directs the materials on its civic-amenity “not accepted” list to Gortadroma Waste & Recycling Centre at Ballyhahill.
9am–3pm
Lunch closure: 1pm–1:30pm
Closed Thursday–Monday
Best for checking general waste, plasterboard, treated timber and other Newcastle West exclusions before loading.
Call first for an unusual load. Being redirected to Gortadroma does not mean every quantity, vehicle type or commercial load will automatically be accepted under the same conditions.
Where Does Your Newcastle West Load Fit?
I have an old fridge, washing machine or other electrical appliance
WEEE, domestic fridges and washing machines are listed as free at Limerick’s civic amenity centres. Keep them separate from charged furniture and garden waste.
I have a mattress
Newcastle West accepts mattresses as charged bulky items. The current listed prices are €18 for single including base, €24 for double including base and €30 for king/queen including base.
I have leftover paint
Paint tins are listed as accepted. Up to five tins are within the normal listed allowance; the council publishes a €2-per-tin charge thereafter.
I have general household black bags
General waste is on the Newcastle West not-accepted list. Check the Gortadroma route or your household waste service instead.
I have garden cuttings and soil together
Separate them. Grass and hedge cuttings belong in the garden-waste stream, while the official list says “no soil” for garden waste. Soil and stones appear as a separate accepted material.
I have painted timber and clean untreated timber
Separate them before travel. Untreated timber is accepted, while painted or creosote-treated timber is specifically excluded and should use the alternative route.
Five Steps for a Smoother Newcastle West Recycling Centre Visit
Confirm Wednesday or Saturday
Newcastle West opens only two days a week. Check holiday changes if your visit falls near Christmas or a bank holiday.
List every material
Separate WEEE, batteries, paper/cardboard, garden waste, oils, furniture, rubble and any questionable material before leaving home.
Remove the Gortadroma items
Do not bring general waste, plasterboard, treated timber, MDF, insulation, gas cylinders, duvets or other listed exclusions to Newcastle West.
Estimate the charge
Vehicle fees, mattresses, couches, carpet, green waste and quantities above oil/paint limits can all affect the final cost.
Arrive before 4:45pm
The centre closes at 5pm, but last entry is 4:45pm. Give yourself more time for a mixed or bulky load.
Map to Newcastle West Civic Amenity Centre
The centre is on Station Road in Newcastle West. The map is useful for route planning but cannot confirm current opening status, queues, charges or acceptance of an unusual item.
Newcastle West vs Mungret, Kilmallock and Gortadroma
Newcastle West is useful for West Limerick households, but it has the most limited opening pattern alongside Kilmallock. Mungret has broader weekly access, while Gortadroma is the council-directed route for several materials the three main civic amenity centres reject.
| Facility | Current opening pattern | Best reason to check it |
|---|---|---|
| Newcastle West | Wednesday & Saturday, 10am–5pm | West Limerick household recycling and bulky items. |
| Kilmallock | Tuesday & Saturday, 9am–5pm | South/east Limerick alternative. |
| Mungret | Monday–Saturday, including late Thu/Fri | Wider opening access around Limerick city. |
| Gortadroma | Tuesday & Wednesday, 9am–3pm | Council-directed route for several Newcastle West exclusions. |
Newcastle West Recycling Centre FAQ
What are Newcastle West Recycling Centre opening hours?
The current council hours are Wednesday and Saturday only, 10am–5pm. Last entry is at 4:45pm.
Is Newcastle West Recycling Centre open on Friday?
No. Under the current council schedule, the centre opens only on Wednesday and Saturday.
Where is Newcastle West Recycling Centre?
It is on Station Road, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick. MyWaste’s current national civic-amenity data identifies the centre with Eircode V42 TD62.
What is the Newcastle West Recycling Centre phone number?
Limerick City and County Council currently lists 086 205 3427 for Newcastle West Civic Amenity Centre.
How much does a car cost at Newcastle West Recycling Centre?
The current council gate charge is €8 for a car.
Can I bring electrical items for free?
Yes. WEEE, domestic fridges, washing machines, batteries and fluorescent tubes are listed as free streams.
Can I bring a mattress to Newcastle West?
Yes. The current charges are €18 for a single mattress including base, €24 for a double including base and €30 for a king/queen mattress including base.
Can I bring general household rubbish to Newcastle West?
No. General waste appears on the council’s not-accepted list for the three civic amenity centres. The council points users to Gortadroma for the listed excluded materials.
Can I bring plasterboard to Newcastle West?
No. Plasterboard is specifically listed as not accepted. Check Gortadroma before loading it.
Can I bring garden waste?
Yes. Garden waste is accepted, with current charges starting at €7 for a car/van-type load and higher charges for van/trailer quantities. Grass and hedge cuttings are accepted in the garden stream, but soil is excluded from that stream.
Official Sources Checked for This Guide
Current opening hours, last-entry time, phone number, fees, accepted items, exclusions, quantity rules and the Gortadroma fallback route were checked against Limerick City and County Council’s live civic amenity information and its 2026 revised-hours notice.
- Limerick City and County Council — Civic Amenity Centres
- Limerick City and County Council — 2026 Revised Hours & Gate Fees
- MyWaste — Newcastle West Civic Amenity Centre
Opening hours and charges may change around bank holidays, Christmas periods or future council updates. Use the official Limerick page before a time-sensitive, bulky or unusual trip.
Before You Leave for Station Road
Confirm that it is Wednesday or Saturday, use Station Road/V42 TD62 for navigation, separate free WEEE from charged material and remove anything on the council’s not-accepted list before loading the car.
For plasterboard, general waste, treated timber, gas cylinders, insulation, MDF, pillows, duvets or other listed exclusions, check the Gortadroma route first. For unusual loads, phone Newcastle West on 086 205 3427 or Limerick Customer Service on 061 556000.
Independent information guide: RecyclingCentreIreland.org is not Limerick City and County Council and does not operate Newcastle West Civic Amenity Centre.