Plan Your Macroom Recycling Centre Visit Before Loading the Car
Macroom Civic Amenity Site is at Codrum, west of Macroom town, with MyWaste currently listing Monday to Saturday opening from 9:00am to 4:30pm.
Check the lunch closure, current charges and your exact waste type before travelling, especially for mattresses, furniture, timber, paint, oils, garden waste, DIY material or a large mixed load.
Independent information guide. Cork County Council operates the facility; RecyclingCentreIreland.org does not operate the site.
Quick answer
Address: Codrum, Macroom, Co. Cork, P12 XE33.
Phone: 026 43721.
MyWaste listed hours: Monday to Saturday, 9:00am–4:30pm. Cork County Council guidance says sites running the full 9:00am–4:30pm day normally close from 12:30pm–1:30pm for lunch unless otherwise agreed.
Before leaving home
- Separate electricals, batteries and lightbulbs.
- Keep paint, oils and bulky waste apart.
- Check the fee for mattresses, refuse and furniture.
- Avoid arriving during the normal lunch period.
- Phone before bringing unusual or commercial-looking loads.
Macroom Recycling Centre Opening Hours
MyWaste currently lists Macroom Civic Amenity Site as open from 9:00am to 4:30pm Monday through Saturday. No Sunday opening is listed.
| Day | Listed hours | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 9:00am–4:30pm | Allow for the normal county-site lunch closure. |
| Tuesday | 9:00am–4:30pm | Phone first for unusual or chargeable waste. |
| Wednesday | 9:00am–4:30pm | Sort the car before entering the site. |
| Thursday | 9:00am–4:30pm | Avoid arriving close to lunch or closing time. |
| Friday | 9:00am–4:30pm | Check first if bringing bulky waste or a large load. |
| Saturday | 9:00am–4:30pm | A useful weekend option, but allow time to unload before closing. |
| Sunday | Closed | Cork County Council says civic amenity sites are closed Sundays. |
Lunch closure: Cork County Council’s civic amenity brochure says sites that operate all day from 9:00am–4:30pm close from 12:30pm–1:30pm unless otherwise agreed. Avoid planning a midday arrival without checking first.
Bank holidays: Cork County Council currently advises that its civic amenity sites are closed on Sundays and Bank Holidays. Christmas and exceptional weather arrangements can also override normal hours.
Macroom Recycling Centre Address, Eircode and Phone Number
Macroom Civic Amenity Site is located at Codrum, Macroom, Co. Cork. MyWaste lists the Eircode as P12 XE33.
Address
Codrum
Macroom
Co. Cork
P12 XE33
EPA documentation places the facility beside the R618 about 2.3km west of Macroom town centre. Use the Eircode rather than relying only on a generic “recycling centre near me” map search.
Macroom Recycling Centre Charges and Entry Fees
The Cork County Council civic amenity brochure currently linked from the MyWaste Macroom listing contains the county charge schedule below. Because fee schedules can change, treat these as the council-published figures to check rather than a permanent price guarantee.
| Item | Published charge | Useful note |
|---|---|---|
| General entry | €4 | County brochure entry charge for vehicles/pedestrians. |
| WEEE or batteries only | Free entry | No entry fee when the visit is solely for WEEE/batteries. |
| Single mattress/baseboard | €10 | Separate bulky-item charge. |
| Double mattress/baseboard | €20 | Check before travelling with multiple mattresses. |
| Single armchair | €15 | Bulky furniture charge. |
| Double sofa/settee | €25 | Keep separate from ordinary recycling. |
| 3-seater sofa/settee | €30 | Phone first for larger furniture loads. |
| Standard refuse bag, 80L | €5 | Chargeable domestic refuse. |
| Large refuse bag | €9 | Larger bag charge in council schedule. |
| 240L wheelie bin | €14 | Published wheelie-bin disposal charge. |
| 1–3 bags green waste | €5 | Larger quantities may be treated differently. |
| Paint — first 3 cans | Free | Further cans are chargeable under the brochure schedule. |
| Additional paint can, 0–5L | €1 each | After the first three cans. |
| Additional paint can over 5L | €2 each | After the first three cans. |
Price-check rule: call 026 43721 before loading a trailer, several bulky items, timber, large quantities of green waste, DIY material, oils, paint or anything that could be treated as commercial waste.
Cork County Council has recently stated that both cash and card payments are accepted at its civic amenity sites. Keep a payment method available even when most of your load is recyclable.
What Can You Bring to Macroom Civic Amenity Site?
Cork County Council warns that accepted-material lists can vary between sites. Macroom-specific EPA records nevertheless confirm that the facility handles a broad range of household recycling and waste streams.
Common recycling streams
- Paper and cardboard
- Glass bottles and jars
- Food and beverage cans
- Suitable household plastics
- Textiles
- Scrap metal
Special household streams
- Waste electrical and electronic equipment
- Household batteries
- Lightbulbs
- Engine and cooking oils
- Oil filters
- Paint
- Timber
- Green waste
Electrical items, batteries and lightbulbs
MyWaste specifically identifies Macroom as a free electrical/battery recycling drop-off and a lightbulb drop-off. If WEEE or batteries are the only things in the vehicle, Cork County Council’s brochure says the normal entry charge does not apply.
Sort first: keep batteries, bulbs, electricals, oils, paint, metal, cardboard and general refuse separated. The council asks users to sort materials before arrival so unloading is faster and the correct containers can be used.
Items You Should Not Bring Without Checking First
Cork County Council’s civic amenity guidance identifies several materials that are not accepted through the normal centre route. Do not place hazardous or unusual material into the car simply because other household waste is accepted.
| Material | What to do |
|---|---|
| Asbestos | Do not bring it to the normal civic amenity drop-off. Ask Cork County Council for the correct authorised route. |
| Chemicals | Contact the council before travelling. |
| Pesticides / herbicides | Use specialist guidance rather than ordinary recycling containers. |
| Needles / syringes | Do not place medical sharps in household recycling. |
| Silage or bale wrap | Use an agricultural-waste route where applicable. |
| Foil-lined plastics | Check the correct disposal option first. |
| Commercial quantities | Commercial charges or restrictions may apply; phone before arrival. |
DIY waste is a special case. Historical EPA records show domestic DIY/construction material has been handled at Macroom, but commercial builder loads are a different category. Because site rules and charges can change, phone before bringing rubble, plasterboard, tiles, blocks, soil or a trailer of renovation waste.
How to Prepare for a Macroom Recycling Centre Visit
Check the day and lunch period
Confirm Macroom is operating normally and avoid the standard 12:30pm–1:30pm county-site lunch closure.
Identify every item in the load
Separate normal recyclables from general refuse, WEEE, batteries, bulbs, paint, oils, timber, green waste and bulky furniture.
Check anything unusual by phone
Call 026 43721 for mattresses, sofas, large green-waste loads, DIY material, several paint cans, trailers or anything business-related.
Use the Eircode
Enter P12 XE33 in your navigation app so you reach the Codrum facility rather than a bring bank or another recycling point.
Follow staff directions on site
Different materials go into separate skips and containers. Ask site staff before unloading anything you are unsure about.
Simple phone script: “I’m travelling to Macroom Civic Amenity Site today. Are you open at the time I’m coming, and can I bring these items: ______? What will the total charge be?”
If Macroom Is Closed or Does Not Take Your Item
Do not drive automatically to another Cork recycling centre without checking its hours. Macroom has one of the broader weekly opening patterns in the county, while nearby centres can operate on fewer days.
Compare County Cork sites
Use the wider Cork guide when you need another civic amenity centre based on direction of travel, item type or opening day.
North Cork alternatives
If your route takes you north or north-east, check the opening pattern before choosing another site.
For a broader explanation of what civic amenity centres do and how they differ from bring banks, see the Ireland civic amenity recycling centre guide.
Map to Macroom Civic Amenity Site, Codrum
Use the map together with the Eircode P12 XE33. A map pin confirms location, but it does not confirm that the site is currently open or that your item will be accepted.
Macroom Recycling Centre FAQ
What are Macroom Recycling Centre opening hours?
MyWaste currently lists Monday to Saturday from 9:00am to 4:30pm. Cork County Council guidance indicates that sites operating a full 9:00am–4:30pm day normally close for lunch from 12:30pm–1:30pm unless otherwise agreed.
Where is Macroom Recycling Centre?
Macroom Civic Amenity Site is at Codrum, Macroom, Co. Cork. The Eircode listed by MyWaste is P12 XE33.
What is the Macroom Recycling Centre phone number?
The site phone number listed by MyWaste is 026 43721.
Is Macroom Recycling Centre open on Saturday?
Yes. MyWaste currently lists Saturday opening from 9:00am to 4:30pm. Check before travelling on holiday weekends or during unusual weather.
Is Macroom Recycling Centre open on Sunday?
No Sunday opening is listed. Cork County Council also states that its civic amenity sites are closed on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
How much is the Macroom Recycling Centre entry fee?
The Cork County Council brochure currently linked from the MyWaste listing shows a €4 general entry charge. Current charges should still be confirmed before travelling because published fee schedules can change.
Can I recycle electrical items for free at Macroom?
MyWaste lists Macroom as a free electrical and battery recycling drop-off. Cork County Council’s brochure states that customers bringing only WEEE or batteries do not pay the normal entry charge.
Can I bring a mattress to Macroom Recycling Centre?
Cork County Council’s civic amenity brochure lists mattress disposal charges, including €10 for a single mattress/baseboard and €20 for a double mattress/baseboard. Phone the site first if bringing multiple bulky items.
Can I bring paint or waste oil?
Macroom EPA records include paint, engine oil, cooking oil and oil-filter waste streams. Quantities and charges can matter, so contact the site before bringing a large amount.
Does Macroom Recycling Centre accept asbestos?
Cork County Council’s normal civic amenity guidance says asbestos is not accepted. Contact the council for the correct authorised disposal route rather than transporting it to the site.
Official and Supporting Sources
- MyWaste — Macroom Civic Amenity Site
- Cork County Council — Macroom Civic Amenity Site
- Cork County Council — Waste & Recycling Centres brochure
- EPA — Macroom Civic Amenity Site facility documentation
Verification note: opening hours and address were checked against the current MyWaste listing. Detailed charges come from the Cork County Council brochure currently linked by MyWaste; because that fee document is older, confirm chargeable items directly with the site before making a special journey.
Before You Drive to Codrum
Use P12 XE33, avoid the normal lunch period, sort your load at home and call 026 43721 if you have bulky, hazardous, DIY, commercial-looking or heavily chargeable waste.
RecyclingCentreIreland.org is an independent information website. Cork County Council operates Macroom Civic Amenity Site and remains the final source for current operational decisions.