Coolmine Recycling Centre: Opening Hours, Address & Charges
Use this practical Dublin 15 guide before visiting Coolmine Recycling Centre. Check the latest hours, last vehicle entry, free recyclables, paid waste charges, household-only rules, map directions and what to sort before you load the car.
Independent guide for recyclingcentreireland.org. Opening hours, bank holiday rules and charges can change, so check Fingal’s official page before travelling.
Quick answer before you go
Coolmine Recycling Centre is a Fingal County Council recycling centre in Coolmine Industrial Estate, Dublin 15, beside Coolmine Fire Station. It is for household waste only, and commercial waste is not accepted.
Recyclable household items such as paper, cardboard, tins, glass bottles, WEEE, clothes, batteries and oils are listed as free. Bulky/general waste and green waste have vehicle-based charges.
Best one-minute visit checklist
Before loading the car: check if your items are free, charged, refused or better donated. Bring a debit/credit card, arrive before last entry, and do not expect staff to lift heavy items for you.
If you are bringing bulky waste, green waste, soil, stones, wood, metal, duvets or hazardous household waste, check the charges first so you are not surprised at the gate.
Coolmine Recycling Centre Opening Hours 2026
Fingal County Council’s official page says the extended Coolmine Recycling Centre hours are effective from Thursday 19 June 2025. The last vehicle entry is 30 minutes before closing, so do not arrive at the gate right on closing time.
| Day | Opening hours | Last vehicle entry | Resident note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00am to 8:00pm | 7:30pm | Good day for after-work visits, but avoid arriving near last entry. |
| Tuesday | 8:00am to 8:00pm | 7:30pm | Sort items at home so the visit is faster. |
| Wednesday | 8:00am to 8:00pm | 7:30pm | Useful midweek option for Dublin 15 households. |
| Thursday | 8:00am to 8:00pm | 7:30pm | Check bad-weather notices before travelling. |
| Friday | 8:00am to 8:00pm | 7:30pm | Expect more people before weekend clean-outs. |
| Saturday | 8:00am to 6:00pm | 5:30pm | Best to go early if bringing bulky waste or green waste. |
| Sunday | Closed | Closed | Do not leave waste outside the site. |
| Bank Holidays | Closed unless Fingal announces otherwise | Closed | Check Fingal updates around Easter, Christmas and public holidays. |
Bad weather warning: Fingal notes that recycling centres may have to close during bad weather for health and safety reasons. Check before loading heavy items.
Coolmine Recycling Centre Address, Phone Number and Local Access
The official Fingal listing gives the address as Coolmine Recycling Centre, Coolmine Industrial Estate, Dublin 15, beside Coolmine Fire Station. The current Fingal recycling-centre phone number shown is 01 890 5000.
Best for
Dublin 15 homes around Coolmine, Clonsilla, Blanchardstown, Castleknock, Carpenterstown, Mulhuddart and nearby Fingal areas.
Bring with you
Sorted items, a card payment method for charged waste, and someone to lift heavy items if needed.
Do not bring
Commercial waste, unsorted household refuse, or items that should go to specialist disposal routes.
Coolmine Recycling Centre Charges 2026
From 1 January 2025, Fingal’s revised charges apply to non-recyclable/general waste and green waste at Coolmine and Estuary Recycling Centres. Household recyclable waste remains free.
| Vehicle / load type | General waste charge | Green waste charge | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Car boot | €12 | €6 | Small load in boot; small garden cuttings or small bulky-waste amount. |
| Full car / Jeep / SUV | €30 | €10 | Full vehicle load; useful for larger household clean-outs. |
| Car van / car plus trailer | €50 | €35 | More space than a standard car; check if your load looks commercial. |
| Van / intermediate / Transit | €128 | €80 | Large domestic load only; commercial waste is not accepted. |
Payment note: Fingal says you can pay at the recycling centre by debit or credit card. Plan for card payment before arriving.
What Can You Bring to Coolmine Recycling Centre Free of Charge?
Coolmine is especially useful when you have clean recyclable household items that do not belong beside a bring bank or in mixed general rubbish.
Listed as free
- Paper and cardboard.
- Cartons.
- Tins and cans.
- Glass bottles and jars.
- Plastic bottles, washed and squashed with tops removed.
- Clean plastic packaging.
Also listed as free
- Clothes.
- Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
- Fluorescent tubes and energy-saving bulbs.
- Car and household batteries.
- Cooking oil and engine oil.
Sorting tip: keep free recyclables separate from charged bulky waste before you leave home. Mixing free items with charged waste can make your visit slower and more confusing.
Items Accepted With a Charge at Coolmine Recycling Centre
Fingal lists several item categories that are accepted with a charge. These include bulky and harder-to-process household materials, so load your car in a way that makes them easy to identify.
| Paid category | Examples | Resident advice |
|---|---|---|
| Bulky waste | Furniture, carpet, mattresses and similar bulky household items. | Check if items are reusable before paying to dispose of them. |
| Wood and metal | Household wood and metal items. | Separate from general bulky waste where possible. |
| Green waste | Grass clippings, leaves, tree branches and trimmings. | Use the green-waste charge table, not the general-waste table. |
| Soil and stones | Small domestic soil or stone loads. | Heavy loads may be charged by vehicle/load type. |
| Duvets and pillows | Household bedding items that cannot be reused. | Check charity/reuse first if items are clean and usable. |
| Household hazardous waste | Paint, herbicides, household cleaners and similar domestic items. | Bring in original containers where possible and ask staff where to place them. |
Do not dump outside the gate: if the centre is closed or your item is not accepted, take it home and check the correct route. Leaving items outside can create litter and enforcement issues.
What Are You Bringing to Coolmine? Choose the Right Next Step
This helper is for residents who are unsure whether their item is likely free, charged, risky or better handled another way.
Choose your item type
Likely route: clean household recyclables are generally listed as free at Coolmine.
Do this: keep them clean, dry and separated before arriving.
Coolmine Recycling Centre Rules Residents Should Know
Coolmine is a busy civic amenity site. A smooth visit depends on sorting correctly, arriving on time and understanding the safety rules before you enter.
Fingal visit notes
- Household refuse is not accepted.
- Commercial waste is not accepted.
- Please avoid bringing children to the centre.
- Staff are not permitted to assist customers with lifting.
- Public toilet facilities are not available.
Smart resident habits
- Load the car by material type.
- Keep charged waste separate from free recyclables.
- Bring help for heavy items.
- Arrive well before last vehicle entry.
- Check weather and bank-holiday closures.
How to Use Coolmine Recycling Centre Without Wasting Time
A little sorting at home can save a lot of time at the centre. This is especially useful for older residents, first-time visitors and families doing a garage or shed clear-out.
Check if the item is free, charged or refused
Use Fingal’s official page before loading heavy items.
Sort at home
Separate cardboard, glass, WEEE, batteries, oils, clothes, green waste and bulky waste.
Bring payment card
Use debit or credit card for charged general waste or green waste loads.
Arrive before last entry
Last vehicle entry is 7:30pm Monday to Friday and 5:30pm Saturday under the listed hours.
Ask staff where to place unusual items
For paint, oils, bulbs, batteries and electrical items, place them only in the correct area.
Could You Reuse or Donate Before Going to Coolmine?
Fingal encourages residents to consider donating or selling items that are still in good condition. This is not just cheaper; it can keep useful material out of the waste stream.
Donate
Clean furniture, working appliances, books, clothes and household items may be useful to charities.
Sell or give away
Use local community groups or online marketplaces for usable items before paying disposal charges.
Repair first
Small repairs can keep bicycles, lamps, tools and furniture in use for longer.
Coolmine Recycling Centre for Blanchardstown, Clonsilla, Castleknock and Nearby Areas
Coolmine is useful for Dublin 15 households, but it can be busy at weekends and after public holidays. Plan ahead if you are coming from Blanchardstown, Clonsilla, Castleknock, Carpenterstown, Mulhuddart, Ongar, Hartstown or surrounding Fingal areas.
| Local need | Best action | Why it helps |
|---|---|---|
| Weekend clean-out | Go early Saturday. | More time to unload before 5:30pm last entry. |
| After-work visit | Use weekday evening hours. | Extended hours are helpful, but last entry is still 7:30pm. |
| Bulky waste | Check charge table and bring help. | Staff cannot lift items for you. |
| Green waste | Separate grass/leaves/branches from general waste. | Green waste has a different charge table. |
| Free recyclables | Keep paper, WEEE, batteries, clothes, oils and glass separate. | Free items are easier to drop when not mixed with charged waste. |
Coolmine Recycling Centre Map and Helpful Official Video
The map below is for navigation context only. Always check Fingal’s official page for hours, charges, last-entry rules and weather closures before travelling.
Map warning: a map pin does not show temporary closure, bad-weather closure, bank-holiday change or queue conditions. Check official updates first.
Official Fingal video: recycling centre context
This Fingal County Council recycling-centres video is useful for understanding why residents should use official centres instead of dumping or leaving waste at public spaces. Use it as context, then follow the Coolmine-specific rules and charge table above.
Common Coolmine Recycling Centre Questions Answered Properly
Most people searching for Coolmine Recycling Centre need one of five things: today’s hours, the address, the phone number, charges, or whether their item is accepted. This page answers those needs as practical tasks instead of listing search phrases.
If you need opening hours
Use the current extended Fingal hours and remember that last vehicle entry is 30 minutes before closing.
If you need charges
Check whether your load is general waste, green waste or free recyclable material.
If you need directions
Use the map for route planning, but check official updates before travelling.
FAQ: Coolmine Recycling Centre 2026
What are Coolmine Recycling Centre opening hours?
Fingal lists Coolmine as open 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and 8am to 6pm Saturday. Last vehicle entry is 30 minutes before closing. It is closed Sundays and Bank Holidays.
What time is last vehicle entry at Coolmine?
Last vehicle entry is 7:30pm Monday to Friday and 5:30pm on Saturday under the listed opening hours.
Where is Coolmine Recycling Centre?
It is in Coolmine Industrial Estate, Dublin 15, beside Coolmine Fire Station.
What is the Coolmine Recycling Centre phone number?
Fingal’s current recycling-centre listing shows 01 890 5000 for Coolmine and Estuary Recycling Centres.
Is Coolmine Recycling Centre open on Sundays?
No. Fingal lists Coolmine as closed on Sundays and Bank Holidays.
What items are free at Coolmine Recycling Centre?
Fingal lists household recyclables such as paper, cardboard, tins, cans, glass bottles, plastic bottles, clean plastic packaging, clothes, WEEE, bulbs, batteries, cooking oil and engine oil as free.
What are the charges for general waste?
Fingal’s charge table lists general waste charges as €12 car boot, €30 full car/Jeep/SUV, €50 car van/car plus trailer and €128 van/intermediate/Transit.
What are the charges for green waste?
Fingal’s charge table lists green waste charges as €6 car boot, €10 full car/Jeep/SUV, €35 car van/car plus trailer and €80 van/intermediate/Transit.
Does Coolmine accept commercial waste?
No. Fingal says the recycling centres are for household waste only and commercial waste is not accepted.
Can staff help me lift heavy items?
No. Fingal says staff are not permitted to assist customers to lift items, so bring help if you have heavy or bulky waste.
Can Coolmine close during bad weather?
Yes. Fingal notes that recycling centres may have to close during bad weather for health and safety reasons.
Is this the official Coolmine Recycling Centre website?
No. This is an independent Recycling Centre Ireland guide. Use Fingal County Council’s official recycling-centre page for live official information.