Dungarvan Recycling Centres: Drop-Off Sites, Hours & Charges
Use this guide before visiting Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site at Ballinamuck. Check the official opening hours, lunch closure, Eircode, phone number, disposal charges, free WEEE items, payment rules and what to sort before leaving home.
Independent guide for recyclingcentreireland.org. Always verify live hours, charges and accepted materials before travelling with a full car, van, trailer or bulky item.
Quick answer for visitors
Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site is the main council recycling/drop-off site for Dungarvan. Waterford Council lists it at Ballinamuck, Dungarvan with Eircode X35 WE20 and phone 058 43358.
The key thing to remember is the lunch closure: Monday to Thursday has a break from 1:00pm to 1:30pm, and Friday also has the same lunch break with an earlier 3:00pm finish.
Best phone script
Say this: “I’m visiting Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site today. Can you confirm if you accept ______, the charge, and whether I need cash, card or exact change?”
If you mean private wheelie-bin collection or skip hire, that may be a different service from the council civic amenity site. This page separates the two so you do not call the wrong place.
Dungarvan Recycling Centre Opening Hours 2026
Waterford Council lists Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site opening hours with a midday closure. Do not arrive during the 1:00pm to 1:30pm break and do not leave a full mixed load until the last few minutes.
| Day | Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site hours | Lunch closure | Visit advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 8:30am – 1:00pm and 1:30pm – 4:00pm | 1:00pm – 1:30pm | Good weekday for sorted household drop-off. |
| Tuesday | 8:30am – 1:00pm and 1:30pm – 4:00pm | 1:00pm – 1:30pm | Arrive early if bringing bulky items or multiple categories. |
| Wednesday | 8:30am – 1:00pm and 1:30pm – 4:00pm | 1:00pm – 1:30pm | Check charges before loading a car or van. |
| Thursday | 8:30am – 1:00pm and 1:30pm – 4:00pm | 1:00pm – 1:30pm | Call first for paint, oil, mattresses, sofas or bed frames. |
| Friday | 8:30am – 1:00pm and 1:30pm – 3:00pm | 1:00pm – 1:30pm | Earlier finish. Do not arrive late with a large load. |
| Saturday | 9:00am – 12:30pm | No listed lunch break | Shorter day. Expect busier queues after morning clear-outs. |
| Sunday | Closed | Closed | Do not leave items outside the site or at bring banks. |
| Bank Holidays | Closed | Closed | Check Waterford Council notices around holiday weekends. |
Ruthless timing check: if you arrive at 12:55pm or 2:55pm on Friday with a mixed car boot, you may not have enough time. Sort at home and arrive early.
Dungarvan Recycling Centre Address, Eircode and Phone Number
The council-listed site is Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site, Ballinamuck, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, X35 WE20. The listed phone number is 058 43358.
Use this Eircode
X35 WE20 is the map detail to use before you leave home.
Bring payment option
Payment is made through the on-site vending machine. Correct change is needed if paying cash, and major credit cards are accepted.
Call for unusual loads
Ring first for paint, waste oil, oil filters, mattresses, sofas, bed frames, large vans or items you cannot easily categorise.
Dungarvan Recycling Centre Charges 2026
Waterford Council’s official charge sheet is used for both Kilbarry and Dungarvan Civic Amenity Sites. If staff cannot categorise the waste type or volume exactly, the site staff decide the appropriate charge or the waste may be weighed and charged by weight.
| Waste type | How it is presented | Published charge | Practical visitor note |
|---|---|---|---|
| General waste | Per bag, up to 4 bags, each up to 70L | €6 per bag | Keep recyclable items out before paying for general waste. |
| General waste | Each additional bag up to 70L | €5 per extra bag | Extra bags can add up quickly. |
| General waste | Per 240L wheelie bin | €15 | Do not confuse this with weekly household bin collection. |
| General waste | Car / estate / Jeep / small van up to 280L or up to 4 bags | €24 | Use this when a load is measured by vehicle volume. |
| General waste | Price per tonne | €180 per tonne | Used where volume cannot be determined or weight-based charge applies. |
| Green waste | Per bag, each up to 70L | €3 per bag | Keep grass, leaves and garden cuttings separate from general waste. |
| Green waste | Price per tonne | €70 per tonne | Useful for larger garden loads. |
| Dry recycling | Per bag, each up to 70L | €2 per bag | Clean and separate dry materials before arrival. |
| Single mattress | Bulky waste | €20 | Call first if bringing multiple mattresses. |
| Double mattress | Bulky waste | €25 | Keep it accessible in the car/van for easier unloading. |
| Armchair | Bulky waste | €10 | Ask staff where to place bulky furniture. |
| Sofa | Bulky waste | €20 | Do not dump sofas outside the site or at bring banks. |
| Single bed frame/base | Bulky waste | €10 | Separate metal/wood if staff ask. |
| Double bed frame/base | Bulky waste | €15 | Call if the item is unusually large or mixed material. |
| Paint | Household hazardous waste | €1 per litre | Keep tins sealed, upright and labelled. |
| Waste oil | No petrol, diesel or kerosene | €1 per litre | Do not mix with fuel. Keep in a secure container. |
| Oil filters | Per filter | €1 each | Keep filters separate from normal rubbish. |
| Public weighing | Vehicle weighing certificate | €15 | Ask staff if you need a certificate. |
Money-saving check: remove free WEEE, batteries, textiles and glass bottles before you pay for general waste. Mixed loads are where most visitors waste money.
How Payment Works at Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site
Waterford Council says where there is a charge for disposal at Ballinamuck, Dungarvan, payment must be made using the on-site vending machine. Correct change is needed because change cannot be given.
Coins accepted
The vending machine can accept €1 and €2 coins.
Notes accepted
The machine can accept €5, €10, €20 and €50 notes, but correct change is still advised.
Cards accepted
Waterford Council says all major credit cards are accepted on site.
Do not arrive without a payment plan. If you bring chargeable waste and only have a payment method that fails, you may have to leave with the waste still in the car.
What Can You Bring to Dungarvan Recycling Centre for Free?
The official charge sheet lists household electrical waste, fluorescent tubes and batteries as free. It also lists textiles and glass bottles as free household items. MyWaste also labels Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site for free electrical/batteries recycling drop-off and lightbulb drop-off.
| Free item | What it means | Prepare before arrival |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical waste / WEEE | Items with a plug, battery or electrical part. | Remove personal data from phones, laptops and smart devices before drop-off. |
| Fluorescent tubes / lightbulbs | Lightbulb drop-off is listed for the site. | Keep bulbs safe from breakage and ask staff where to place them. |
| Batteries | Household batteries and small battery items. | Tape lithium battery terminals if needed and keep loose batteries out of ordinary bins. |
| Textiles | Clothing/fabric suitable for textile recycling. | Keep clean and dry textiles separate from dirty or wet waste. |
| Glass bottles | Green, brown and clear glass bottles. | Empty and rinse bottles. Do not assume mirrors, Pyrex, ceramics or window glass are accepted the same way. |
Safety note: batteries, vapes, electrical items and fluorescent tubes should not go into normal household bins. Use proper drop-off routes to reduce fire and pollution risk.
What Are You Bringing to Dungarvan Recycling Centre?
Choose your main item type first. This avoids the common mistake of paying for a mixed load when some parts could have been free, cheaper or separated differently.
Choose your item or load
Do this: WEEE, fluorescent tubes and batteries are listed as free in the official charge sheet.
Before you go: keep batteries separate, remove personal data from devices, and ask staff where to place the item.
How to Sort Your Load Before Going to Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site
The best way to make the visit faster and cheaper is to sort the load before you leave home. Put free items, chargeable general waste, green waste, dry recycling and bulky items into separate groups.
Separate free items first
Put WEEE, batteries, fluorescent tubes, textiles and glass bottles in separate boxes or bags so they are not buried under chargeable waste.
Keep garden waste separate
Grass, leaves and hedge cuttings are charged differently from general waste. Do not mix them with rubbish bags.
Keep paint and oil upright
Paint and waste oil are charged by litre. Keep containers sealed, labelled and away from other items.
Ask before unloading bulky waste
Mattresses, sofas, armchairs and bed frames have separate charges. Ask staff where to unload before dragging items out.
Arrive outside lunch closure
On weekdays, plan around the 1:00pm to 1:30pm closure. Friday also closes earlier at 3:00pm.
Do Not Bring These Without Checking First
Some items may need a specialist route, different charge, event-based collection or staff decision. If the item is unusual, hazardous, commercial or difficult to categorise, call before loading the car.
| Item / situation | Why to check first | Better action |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol, diesel or kerosene | The charge sheet says waste oil is accepted but not petrol, diesel or kerosene. | Use a specialist route and call the council for advice. |
| Asbestos or hazardous building waste | Specialist handling is normally required. | Do not move it casually. Contact a licensed specialist. |
| Commercial waste | Civic amenity sites are usually intended for domestic waste. | Use a licensed commercial waste contractor. |
| Medical sharps | They should not go into ordinary civic amenity waste streams. | Use a pharmacy or healthcare disposal route. |
| Large van or mixed load | If volume cannot be determined, the load may be weighed and charged by weight. | Sort by category and call ahead if unsure. |
Does “Dungarvan Recycling Centre” Mean Bin Collection?
No. Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site is a council drop-off site where householders bring waste and recyclable materials. It is not the same thing as weekly wheelie-bin collection from your home.
| User need | Correct route | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Drop off bags, WEEE, green waste or bulky items | Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site at Ballinamuck | Use the council site hours, charges and payment rules. |
| Weekly household bin collection | Licensed waste collector | The civic site does not come to your home for weekly collection. |
| Domestic skip hire | Private skip provider | Skip hire is a different service from civic amenity drop-off. |
| Commercial waste service | Commercial waste contractor | Commercial waste may have different rules, permits and pricing. |
Private “Dungarvan Recycling” vs Council Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site
Search results can be confusing because there is also a private business called Dungarvan Recycling, which advertises domestic/commercial collection and skip-hire services with phone 058 48740 and email info@dungarvanrecycling.ie. That is separate from the council civic amenity site phone number and drop-off rules.
Use the council site for
- Drop-off at Ballinamuck.
- General waste disposal by bag/load.
- Green waste, dry recycling and bulky items.
- Free WEEE, batteries, fluorescent tubes, textiles and glass bottles.
- Paint, oil and oil-filter disposal charges.
Use the private company for
- Domestic bin collection enquiries.
- Commercial waste service enquiries.
- Domestic skip hire.
- Billing or collection-history questions for their customers.
- Business waste service quotes.
Do not call the wrong number: for Ballinamuck civic amenity site hours and charges use 058 43358. For the private Dungarvan Recycling company, use 058 48740.
Other Waterford Civic Amenity Site: Kilbarry
Waterford Council also provides Kilbarry Civic Amenity Site in Waterford City. It can be useful for some residents depending on where they live, but its hours are different from Dungarvan.
| Site | Location | Opening summary | When to use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site | Ballinamuck, Dungarvan, X35 WE20 | Mon–Thu 8:30–1:00 and 1:30–4:00; Fri 8:30–1:00 and 1:30–3:00; Sat 9:00–12:30. | Best for Dungarvan and west Waterford households. |
| Kilbarry Civic Amenity Site | Kilbarry, Waterford, X91 X97R | Monday to Friday 11:00am–4:00pm; closed Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays. | Better for Waterford City area residents. |
Dungarvan Recycling Centre Map and Official/Helpful Video
The map is for directions to the Ballinamuck civic amenity site. It does not confirm today’s queue, holiday closure, staff decision, item acceptance or charge category.
Important: do not use the map alone to decide what to bring. The map finds the place; Waterford Council’s official page and site staff decide opening status, charges and accepted materials.
Official Waterford Council video: household hazardous waste context
I did not find a Dungarvan-site-only official video suitable for this guide. The video below is from Waterford City & County Council and is useful for understanding household hazardous waste awareness. It does not replace the live Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site charge sheet.
Dungarvan Recycling Centre Questions Answered Properly
This guide answers the real questions behind searches for recycling centre Dungarvan, Dungarvan recycling centre opening hours, Ballinamuck civic amenity site, charges, free WEEE, mattresses, paint, green waste, dry recycling, payment, map, phone number and private Dungarvan Recycling. Instead of showing those phrases as a keyword list, each topic is explained where it helps the visitor.
If you searched opening hours
Use the official schedule and remember the lunch closure from 1:00pm to 1:30pm on weekdays.
If you searched charges
Check whether your item is general waste, green waste, dry recycling, bulky waste, hazardous waste or free drop-off.
If you searched bin service
The civic amenity site is for drop-off. Private wheelie-bin collection or skip hire is a separate service.
FAQ: Dungarvan Recycling Centres, Hours & Charges
Where is Dungarvan Recycling Centre?
Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site is listed at Ballinamuck, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, with Eircode X35 WE20.
What are Dungarvan Recycling Centre opening hours?
Monday to Thursday: 8:30am to 1:00pm and 1:30pm to 4:00pm. Friday: 8:30am to 1:00pm and 1:30pm to 3:00pm. Saturday: 9:00am to 12:30pm. Closed Sunday and Bank Holidays.
What is the phone number for Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site?
The listed phone number for the council civic amenity site is 058 43358.
How much is a general waste bag at Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site?
The official charge sheet lists general waste at €6 per bag for up to 4 bags, with each bag up to 70 litres. Each additional 70L bag is listed at €5.
How much is green waste?
The official charge sheet lists green waste at €3 per bag up to 70 litres, or €70 per tonne.
Is WEEE or electrical waste free?
Yes. The official charge sheet lists household electrical waste, fluorescent tubes and batteries as free of charge.
Can I bring paint to Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site?
Yes, the official charge sheet lists paint as household hazardous waste at €1 per litre. Keep paint tins sealed and call if bringing a large quantity.
Can I pay by card?
Waterford Council says all major credit cards are accepted on site. Cash payment through the vending machine needs correct change because change cannot be given.
Is Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site the same as Dungarvan Recycling private company?
No. The civic amenity site is the council drop-off site at Ballinamuck. The private Dungarvan Recycling company provides services such as bin collection and skip hire and uses a different phone number.
Is this the official Waterford Council website?
No. This is an independent Recycling Centre Ireland guide. Use Waterford Council, MyWaste and the site phone number for live opening, charge and acceptance decisions.
Official and Helpful Links Used in This Guide
- Waterford City & County Council civic amenity sites
- Official Waterford civic amenity site charge sheet PDF
- MyWaste Dungarvan Civic Amenity Site listing
- Private Dungarvan Recycling company website
- Private Dungarvan Recycling skip hire page
- WEEE Ireland household recycling finder
- myWaste Ireland
- Waterford City & County Council YouTube channel