Check Dunboyne Recycling Centre Before You Load the Car or Trailer
Dunboyne Recycling Centre is a privately owned Thorntons Recycling civic amenity facility in Dunboyne Industrial Estate, Co. Meath, A86 X446. The operator’s current 2026 information lists weekday and Saturday opening, general waste, green waste, recycling, WEEE, mattresses, tyres and selected hazardous household items.
The biggest source of confusion is that older Meath County Council information still shows different hours and an older €2 entry model. For a 2026 trip, use Thorntons’ live civic-amenity page and current 2026 price sheet.
Current operator timetable: Monday–Friday 9am–4pm · Saturday 9am–2pm · Sunday and bank holidays closed.
Quick answer for Dunboyne residents
Address: Thorntons Recycling Centre, Dunboyne Industrial Estate, Dunboyne, Co. Meath, A86 X446.
Opening hours: Monday–Friday 9am–4pm and Saturday 9am–2pm. Closed Sunday and bank holidays.
Centre phone: 01 623 5133, Option 1.
Check the current source, not an old fee
Meath County Council still publishes older Dunboyne information that conflicts with Thorntons’ current operator page and 2026 price list.
The current Thorntons sheet is dated February 2026 and includes general waste, green waste, mattresses, tyres, paint, medicines, WEEE and construction rubble.
Dunboyne Recycling Centre Opening Hours 2026
Thorntons Recycling’s live civic-amenity page and its 2026 Dunboyne price sheet publish the same operating pattern.
| Day | Current operator hours | Practical note |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 9am–4pm | Thorntons currently lists Monday as open. |
| Tuesday | 9am–4pm | Normal weekday opening. |
| Wednesday | 9am–4pm | Normal weekday opening. |
| Thursday | 9am–4pm | Normal weekday opening. |
| Friday | 9am–4pm | Normal weekday opening. |
| Saturday | 9am–2pm | Shorter weekend opening. |
| Sunday | Closed | No normal Sunday service. |
| Bank holidays | Closed | Check operator notices around long weekends. |
Monday discrepancy: Meath County Council’s recycling-centre page still says the Dunboyne facility is closed Monday, but Thorntons’ live operator page and dated 2026 price sheet both say Monday–Friday 9am–4pm. Check Thorntons directly if travelling specifically on a Monday.
Dunboyne Recycling Centre Address and Eircode
Dunboyne Industrial Estate
Dunboyne
Co. Meath
A86 X446
Alternate number on 2026 price sheet: 01 801 3640
Email: info@thorntons-recycling.ie
Thorntons describes the site as located off the Old Navan Road in Dunboyne. Use the Eircode A86 X446 rather than searching only for “recycling centre Dunboyne”, because other bring banks and waste services also appear around the town.
Operator identity: this facility is privately owned and operated by Thorntons Recycling. It should not be described as a Meath County Council-owned recycling centre.
Dunboyne Recycling Centre Charges
The current Thorntons Dunboyne price sheet separates general waste by vehicle or load type. The amount you pay therefore depends on what you bring and how much space the load occupies.
| General-waste load | 2026 price | Before you travel |
|---|---|---|
| Car | €20 | Normal car-sized general-waste load. |
| Estate / small van / jeep | €50 | Higher-capacity vehicle category. |
| Medium van | €100 | Check the load first if quantity is unusual. |
| Large van | €150 | Large vehicle charge. |
| 1-axle trailer | €60 | General-waste trailer rate. |
| 2-axle trailer | €100 | Larger trailer rate. |
| Bag of waste | €5 | Price per bag on the 2026 sheet. |
Do not use the old €2 figure for a 2026 general-waste visit. Meath County Council still shows an older €2 gate-fee reference, but Thorntons’ current February 2026 operator price sheet lists the charges above.
Dunboyne Green Waste Charges
Thorntons separately prices garden and green waste, which can be much cheaper than disposing of the same vehicle as general waste.
| Green-waste load | 2026 price | Practical note |
|---|---|---|
| Car | €5 | Keep garden material separate from general rubbish. |
| 1-axle trailer | €10 | Green-waste trailer rate. |
| 2-axle trailer | €20 | Larger green-waste trailer load. |
| Van | €10 | Standard van green-waste charge. |
| Large van | €50 | Large-vehicle green-waste charge. |
| Christmas tree | €3 | Seasonal tree-disposal price on current sheet. |
Separate green waste before leaving home. Mixing garden cuttings with household rubbish can move the load into a different pricing category.
Mattresses, Tyres, Paint and Other Dunboyne Charges
| Item | 2026 price | Handling note |
|---|---|---|
| Car tyre | €3 | Price listed per car tyre. |
| Aerosol | €0.50 | Listed under special/hazardous material. |
| Paint / medicines | €1 | Current sheet groups these under this price. |
| Single mattress | €15 | Bulky-item rate. |
| Double mattress | €25 | Bulky-item rate. |
| Shredding | €5 per bag | Listed as a separate service. |
Gas-cylinder warning: gas cylinders are listed as accepted, but Thorntons explicitly notes that an additional charge applies. Phone before travelling if you need the current cylinder price.
Materials Accepted at Dunboyne Recycling Centre
Thorntons’ current 2026 Dunboyne sheet groups accepted material into recyclables, hazardous household items, WEEE/electricals and other bulky or recovery streams.
If an item is not listed: Thorntons’ 2026 leaflet specifically tells customers to call and confirm whether it can be accepted rather than assuming either yes or no.
WEEE, Batteries, Bulbs and Household Hazardous Items
WEEE and electrical items listed
- Computer hard drives
- White goods such as fridges and cookers
- Brown goods such as TVs and computers
- Small electrical items
- Mobile phones
Special or hazardous household items listed
- Paint
- Aerosols
- Light bulbs
- Car batteries
- Household batteries
- Medicines
- Weed killer and similar products
- Gas cylinders, with an additional charge
Keep chemicals identifiable. Do not mix paints, medicines, weed killer, oils or other chemical products together. If a container is leaking, unlabelled or unusual, contact Thorntons before transport.
Why Some Dunboyne Recycling Information Online Does Not Match
There are two materially different sets of Dunboyne information currently visible online.
Meath County Council’s recycling-centres page says Dunboyne opens Tuesday–Friday and Saturday, refers to a €2 entry payment and says recyclable material only is accepted. Thorntons’ own live facility page and its dated 2026 Dunboyne sheet instead show Monday–Friday opening plus current charges for general waste, garden waste, mattresses, tyres, paint, medicines and other materials.
Which source should you use for a 2026 visit? Because Thorntons owns and operates the facility and its price sheet is dated 2026, this article uses the operator’s current information for hours, charges and accepted streams. If the trip depends on Monday opening or a costly load, phone the centre first.
Where Does Your Dunboyne Load Fit?
I have one normal car load of general waste
The current 2026 Thorntons price sheet lists a car general-waste load at €20.
I have only garden cuttings
Keep them separate from general waste. A car of green waste is listed at €5, compared with €20 for a car general-waste load.
I have an old single mattress
The current price sheet lists a single mattress at €15. A double mattress is €25.
I have a television, cooker or fridge
TVs, computers, fridges, cookers and other electrical equipment appear on the operator’s WEEE/electrical accepted list. Keep them separate from ordinary rubbish.
I have leftover paint or medicine
Paint and medicines are listed under the facility’s hazardous category, with the current price sheet showing €1 for paint/medicines.
I have a gas cylinder
Gas cylinders appear on the accepted list, but the operator states that an additional charge applies. Call 01 623 5133 before travelling if you need the current exact cylinder fee.
I have construction rubble
Construction and demolition rubble appears on the current accepted-material list. For a large, mixed or trade-style quantity, confirm the correct charge and acceptance conditions before travel.
My item is not on the list
Do not guess. Thorntons’ own leaflet asks customers to call when an item is not listed so staff can confirm whether it can be accepted.
Five Checks Before Visiting Dunboyne Recycling Centre
Use the current operator timetable
Thorntons currently lists Monday–Friday 9am–4pm and Saturday 9am–2pm. If travelling Monday, phone first because Meath County Council still shows conflicting information.
Separate general waste from green waste
This directly affects price. A car is listed at €20 for general waste but €5 for green waste.
Identify your vehicle class
Car, estate/small van/jeep, medium van, large van and trailers have separate current charges.
Pull special items out of the mixed load
Mattresses, tyres, aerosols, medicines, paint, shredding and gas cylinders use item-specific pricing or special handling.
Call about anything unusual
Use 01 623 5133 Option 1 for uncertain materials, very large loads or anything not explicitly shown on the current accepted list.
Map to Dunboyne Recycling Centre, A86 X446
The centre is in Dunboyne Industrial Estate, off the Old Navan Road. Use the Eircode A86 X446 to avoid confusing the civic amenity facility with local bring banks or other Thorntons operations.
Map limitation: the map confirms the route, not today’s opening status, prices or whether a particular load will be accepted.
Recycling Centre Visit vs Thorntons Bin Collection
The Dunboyne civic amenity centre and your household Thorntons bin service solve different problems. The centre is a physical drop-off facility; household bin schedules depend on your service area, account and collection calendar.
If you need today’s or your next Thorntons bin collection rather than a drop-off price, use the site’s separate Dunboyne bin-service guide instead of this recycling-centre page.
Dunboyne Recycling Centre FAQ
What are Dunboyne Recycling Centre opening hours?
Thorntons currently lists Monday to Friday 9am–4pm and Saturday 9am–2pm. The centre is closed Sunday and bank holidays.
Is Dunboyne Recycling Centre open on Monday?
Thorntons’ current operator page and 2026 price sheet say yes, 9am–4pm. Meath County Council still shows conflicting older information saying Monday closed, so call the centre before a Monday trip if timing is critical.
Where is Dunboyne Recycling Centre?
It is in Dunboyne Industrial Estate, Dunboyne, Co. Meath, A86 X446, off the Old Navan Road.
What is the Dunboyne Recycling Centre phone number?
Thorntons lists 01 623 5133, Option 1. Its 2026 price sheet also shows 01 801 3640.
How much is a car at Dunboyne Recycling Centre?
The current 2026 Thorntons sheet lists €20 for a car of general waste and €5 for a car of green waste.
How much is a bag of waste?
The 2026 Thorntons price sheet lists a bag of general waste at €5.
How much is a mattress at Dunboyne?
A single mattress is listed at €15 and a double mattress at €25.
Can I bring garden waste?
Yes. Green waste has a separate price schedule, including €5 for a car, €10 for a one-axle trailer or van and €20 for a two-axle trailer.
Does Dunboyne accept electrical items?
Yes. The current operator list includes computer hard drives, fridges, cookers, TVs, computers, small electrical items and mobile phones.
Why does Meath County Council show different Dunboyne charges?
The council page still contains older information, including a €2 gate-fee reference. Thorntons owns and operates the centre and publishes a dated 2026 Dunboyne price list with the current vehicle and item charges used in this guide.
Official Sources Checked for This Dunboyne Guide
Current operator hours, address, contact details, accepted materials and 2026 prices were checked against Thorntons Recycling’s live civic-amenity page and its Dunboyne 2026 price-list PDF. Meath County Council and MyWaste were checked as supporting public sources and to identify discrepancies.
- Thorntons Recycling — Civic Amenities
- Thorntons Recycling — Dunboyne 2026 Price List
- Meath County Council — Recycling Centres
- MyWaste — Dunboyne Recycling Centre
Opening arrangements and prices can change after publication. For a large, unusual or expensive load, check the live Thorntons page or phone the Dunboyne centre before travelling.
Before You Leave for Dunboyne Industrial Estate
Use A86 X446, separate general waste from green waste, identify your vehicle category and pull mattresses, tyres, aerosols, paint, medicines and electrical items out of a mixed load so you can understand the correct charge.
If travelling on Monday or relying on an older Meath County Council fee, check with Thorntons first because the operator’s current 2026 information differs materially from the older council listing.
Independent information guide: RecyclingCentreIreland.org is not Thorntons Recycling or Meath County Council and does not operate Dunboyne Recycling Centre.