Use Kilbarry for Waterford Recycling Without Guessing the Hours or Charges
Kilbarry Civic Amenity Site is Waterford City & County Council’s main civic amenity facility for Waterford city. It accepts domestic waste, dry recycling, green waste, bulky items, household electrical waste, batteries, textiles, glass and selected hazardous household waste.
The centre currently opens Monday to Friday from 11am to 4pm and is closed at weekends and on bank holidays. Check the charge and material category before loading the car, especially for mattresses, general waste, paint, green waste or a larger mixed load.
Waterford Recycling Centre at a Glance
If you are searching for a Waterford recycling centre in the city area, the council facility is Kilbarry Civic Amenity Site. Waterford City & County Council also runs a separate civic amenity site at Ballinamuck in Dungarvan.
Use Kilbarry for
- General household waste
- Dry recycling
- Green waste
- Mattresses and bed frames
- Sofas and armchairs
- Waste electrical equipment
- Batteries and fluorescent tubes
- Glass bottles
- Textiles
- Paint and waste oil
Check before travelling with
Large mixed loads, construction-style waste, commercial material, chemicals not specifically listed, petrol/diesel/kerosene, gas cylinders or anything you are unsure about.
The council says its civic amenity sites facilitate domestic waste disposal. Do not assume a trade or business load will be handled under household charges.
Money-saving step: separate free WEEE, batteries, fluorescent tubes, glass and textiles from chargeable general or dry recycling before you reach the site.
Waterford Recycling Centre Opening Hours
Waterford City & County Council currently lists Kilbarry Civic Amenity Site as open Monday to Friday from 11am to 4pm. It is closed Saturday, Sunday and bank holidays.
| Day | Opening hours | Planning note |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 11:00am–4:00pm | Normal weekday opening. |
| Tuesday | 11:00am–4:00pm | Normal weekday opening. |
| Wednesday | 11:00am–4:00pm | Normal weekday opening. |
| Thursday | 11:00am–4:00pm | Normal weekday opening. |
| Friday | 11:00am–4:00pm | Check holiday-weekend notices. |
| Saturday | Closed | Use Dungarvan only if it suits your location and material; check its own hours first. |
| Sunday | Closed | Do not leave waste outside the gate. |
| Bank holidays | Closed | Special Christmas/New Year schedules are published separately. |
2026 maintenance context: Kilbarry temporarily closed from 8–10 June 2026 for maintenance works. That was a specific temporary closure rather than a permanent change to the normal weekday timetable.
Check the live Waterford council civic amenity page before travelling during severe weather, holiday periods or another announced closure.
Kilbarry Recycling Centre Address, Eircode and Phone
Official facility details
Kilbarry Civic Amenity Site
Kilbarry
Waterford
Co. Waterford
X91 X97R
Site phone: 051 849608
Council customer service: 0818 10 2020
Email: contact@waterfordcouncil.ie
Which Waterford site do you need?
Use Kilbarry for Waterford city-area civic amenity disposal. If you are based in west Waterford or closer to Dungarvan, Ballinamuck Civic Amenity Site may be the more practical council facility.
Do not choose based only on distance: opening hours differ significantly between Kilbarry and Dungarvan.
Waterford Recycling Centre Charges
The live Waterford City & County Council civic amenity page currently links to its waste-disposal schedule effective from 15 August 2022. These are therefore the council’s currently linked published rates, but the PDF itself is not dated 2026.
For an expensive or unusual load, confirm the rate first. The council can determine the appropriate charge when a load does not fit one of the listed categories, and material can be weighed where volume cannot be determined.
| Waste type | Currently linked published charge | Important condition |
|---|---|---|
| General waste bag | €6 per bag | Up to 4 bags, each up to 70L; extra bags €5 each. |
| 240L wheelie bin | €15 | General household waste category. |
| Car / estate / jeep / small van | €24 | Up to 280L total or up to 4 x 70L bags; additional bags €5. |
| General waste by weight | €180 per tonne | Used where appropriate for weighed waste. |
| Green waste bag | €3 | Each bag up to 70L. |
| Green waste | €70 per tonne | For larger/weighed loads. |
| Dry recycling bag | €2 | Each bag up to 70L. |
| Single mattress | €20 | Mattress only; bed base priced separately. |
| Double mattress | €25 | Mattress only; bed base priced separately. |
| Armchair | €10 | Bulky-waste charge. |
| Sofa | €20 | Bulky-waste charge. |
| Single bed frame/base | €10 | Separate from mattress charge. |
| Double bed frame/base | €15 | Separate from mattress charge. |
| Public vehicle weighing | €15 | Includes certificate of weight. |
What Can You Recycle Free at Kilbarry?
Waterford City & County Council currently lists several household recycling streams as free of charge at its civic amenity sites.
Glass and textiles
- Green glass bottles
- Brown glass bottles
- Clear glass bottles
- Textiles
Metal containers
- Cans
Keep free streams separate from paid dry recycling so staff can direct you correctly.
Electrical recycling
- Waste electrical and electronic equipment
- Batteries
- Fluorescent lighting/tubes
Separate before you travel. A bag containing cardboard, plastic, general waste and free WEEE is harder to classify than properly sorted material and can lead to unnecessary delay or charge confusion.
What Does Kilbarry Civic Amenity Site Accept?
Waterford City & County Council describes Kilbarry and Dungarvan as facilities for disposing of all types of domestic waste, with different categories carrying different charges.
General household waste
Bagged residual waste, a 240L wheelie-bin equivalent, car/small-van loads and larger weighed quantities are covered in the council tariff.
Dry recycling
Paper, cardboard and plastic are specifically described by the council as chargeable dry recyclables, while glass, cans and several other streams are free.
Garden material
Green waste has both a small bag rate and a tonne-based rate in the published charge schedule.
Bulky household waste
Mattresses, bed frames, armchairs and sofas have individual prices rather than one generic bulky-waste charge.
Electricals
Household WEEE, batteries and fluorescent tubes are listed free of charge.
Hazardous household streams
Paint, waste oil and oil filters are listed with specific charges. Always check other hazardous products before loading them.
Mattress, Bed Frame, Sofa and Armchair Charges
Kilbarry does not use one single price for every bulky item. Mattress and frame/base charges are separate, which matters if you are disposing of a complete bed.
Mattress example
A single mattress is listed at €20 and a single frame/base at €10. A double mattress is €25 and a double frame/base is €15 under the council-linked tariff.
Furniture example
An armchair is listed at €10 and a sofa at €20. If you have several items, ask the site whether each is charged individually or whether the overall load will be assessed differently.
For alternative mattress collection and recycling options, see our Mattress Recycling Ireland guide.
Household Hazardous Waste at Kilbarry
Waterford City & County Council specifically identifies paint, engine oil, fluorescent tubes and batteries among hazardous household waste streams that can be brought to its civic amenity sites.
| Material | Published charge | Important rule |
|---|---|---|
| Paint | €1 per litre | Both Kilbarry and Dungarvan are listed for paint disposal. |
| Waste oil | €1 per litre | Petrol, diesel and kerosene are not permitted in this waste-oil category. |
| Oil filters | €1 each | Keep separate from other waste. |
| Fluorescent tubes | Free | Handle carefully to avoid breakage. |
| Batteries | Free | Use the designated battery/electrical waste route. |
Do not substitute one liquid for another. A site accepting waste engine oil does not mean it accepts petrol, diesel, kerosene or every household chemical. Call before bringing an unlisted hazardous liquid.
Payment at Kilbarry Civic Amenity Site
Where a disposal charge applies, Waterford City & County Council says payment is made using the on-site vending machine.
Cash accepted
- €1 coins
- €2 coins
- €5 notes
- €10 notes
- €20 notes
- €50 notes
Bring exact change. The council says change cannot be given.
Card accepted
The council currently says all major credit cards are accepted on-site at Kilbarry.
If you are bringing a large load with an uncertain charge, ask staff how it will be assessed before completing payment.
Five Checks Before Visiting Waterford Recycling Centre
Check the day
Kilbarry is not open on Saturday or Sunday, so do not rely on a generic “recycling centre near me” result that suggests weekend access.
Separate free and paid streams
Keep WEEE, batteries, fluorescent tubes, glass and textiles separate from general waste, paper/cardboard/plastic and green waste.
Measure or count what you are bringing
Bag quantity, wheelie-bin volume, mattress size and bed-frame size all affect the published charging structure.
Bring the right payment
If paying cash, bring exact change. Major credit cards are also accepted according to the current council page.
Call about anything unusual
If the material is not clearly listed, phone 051 849608. The council’s tariff allows site staff to determine a charge for waste that does not fit a standard category.
Kilbarry or Dungarvan: Which Waterford Civic Amenity Site Should You Use?
Waterford City & County Council operates two main civic amenity sites: Kilbarry in Waterford and Ballinamuck in Dungarvan.
Kilbarry
Best fit: Waterford city and nearby areas.
Hours: Monday–Friday 11am–4pm.
Weekend: closed.
Dungarvan
Best fit: west Waterford and Dungarvan area.
Hours: Monday–Thursday 8:30am–1pm and 1:30pm–4pm; Friday closes at 3pm; Saturday 9am–12:30pm.
Weekend: Saturday morning available.
Do not assume identical opening hours. The two facilities share much of the same charge schedule, but their opening patterns are different.
Kilbarry Is Not a Council Kerbside Bin Collection Service
Waterford City & County Council states that it does not operate a household refuse collection service. Regular household bins are collected by private waste companies.
Kilbarry is the council drop-off route for householders who need to bring material to a civic amenity site. It should not be confused with your black, green or brown bin provider.
Waterford Recycling Centre FAQ
What are Waterford Recycling Centre opening hours?
Kilbarry Civic Amenity Site is currently open Monday to Friday from 11am to 4pm. It is closed Saturday, Sunday and bank holidays.
Where is Waterford Recycling Centre?
The Waterford city council recycling facility is Kilbarry Civic Amenity Site, Kilbarry, Waterford. The Eircode is X91 X97R.
What is the Kilbarry Recycling Centre phone number?
The current Waterford City & County Council page lists 051 849608 for Kilbarry Civic Amenity Site.
Is Waterford Recycling Centre open on Saturday?
No. Kilbarry is currently closed Saturday and Sunday. Ballinamuck in Dungarvan has a separate Saturday morning opening if that site is suitable for your location and waste.
How much does Waterford Recycling Centre charge?
The current council page links to a tariff effective from 15 August 2022. Examples include €6 per general-waste bag, €15 per 240L wheelie bin, €24 for a qualifying car/estate/jeep/small-van load, €3 per green-waste bag and €2 per dry-recycling bag.
What is free at Kilbarry?
Waterford City & County Council currently lists glass, cans, batteries, waste electrical and electronic items, textiles and fluorescent lighting as free of charge at its civic amenity sites.
Does Kilbarry accept mattresses?
Yes. The council’s currently linked charge schedule lists €20 for a single mattress and €25 for a double mattress. Bed frames and bases have separate charges.
Does Kilbarry accept sofas?
Yes. The council-linked tariff lists €20 for a sofa and €10 for an armchair.
Does Kilbarry accept paint?
Yes. The council states that paint can be disposed of at both Kilbarry and Dungarvan, with a published charge of €1 per litre.
Does Kilbarry accept engine oil?
The council-linked schedule lists waste oil at €1 per litre. It explicitly states that petrol, diesel and kerosene are not permitted in this waste-oil category.
Can I pay by card at Waterford Recycling Centre?
Yes. Waterford City & County Council says all major credit cards are accepted at Kilbarry. The vending machine also accepts specified coins and notes, but cash users need exact change.
Does Waterford Council collect household bins?
No. Waterford City & County Council says it does not operate a household refuse collection service. Private permitted waste collectors provide kerbside bin services.
Official Sources Checked for This Waterford Guide
Current opening hours, contact information, payment methods and general site rules were checked against Waterford City & County Council and MyWaste. Charges were checked against the tariff PDF currently linked from the council’s live civic amenity page.
- Waterford City & County Council — Civic Amenity Sites
- Waterford City & County Council — Bins & Recycling
- Waterford City & County Council — Civic Amenity Waste Charges
- MyWaste — Kilbarry Civic Amenity Site
Charge-date note: the council currently links to a tariff effective from 15 August 2022. The rates above reproduce that currently linked official schedule, but this guide does not falsely describe it as a newly issued 2026 tariff. Confirm any high-cost or unusual load directly with Kilbarry before travelling.
Before You Drive to Kilbarry
Check the day first: Kilbarry currently opens only Monday to Friday, 11am–4pm. Sort free WEEE, batteries, glass and textiles away from paid general waste, dry recycling and green waste before loading the car.
For bulky, hazardous or unusual material, call 051 849608 and confirm both acceptance and the current charge. If paying cash, bring exact change; major credit cards are also accepted according to the council.
Independent information guide: RecyclingCentreIreland.org is not Waterford City & County Council and does not operate Kilbarry Civic Amenity Site.