Check Sligo Recycling Centre Before You Drive to Deepwater Quay
Sligo town’s main civic amenity and household waste facility is the Panda Recycling Centre at Deepwater Quay, Sligo, F91 CP2D. It accepts recyclable loads and general household waste, with free bottle-bank, clothes-bank and WEEE services alongside paid waste streams.
The main complication is opening time: current Panda, Sligo County Council and MyWaste listings do not fully agree on the morning start. This guide shows the conflict clearly so you can avoid arriving before the gate is open.
Quick answer for Sligo residents
Panda Recycling Centre is at Deepwater Quay, Sligo, F91 CP2D. Sligo County Council lists the centre as one of County Sligo’s two civic amenity sites and identifies Panda as the operator.
The safest routine planning window is 9am–5pm Monday to Friday and 8am–1pm Saturday, but Panda currently advertises an 8am weekday opening. Call before relying on an early-morning arrival.
Use the right Sligo facility
Deepwater Quay is not the only waste route in County Sligo. Tubbercurry Civic Amenity Centre is the county’s other civic amenity site, while Ballisodare Composting Facility is the specialist route for suitable green waste.
If you have paint, pesticides, medicines, oil filters or another hazardous household item, check Tubbercurry’s current acceptance rules before travelling rather than assuming Deepwater Quay will accept it.
Sligo Recycling Centre Address and Contact Details
Sligo County Council identifies the town facility as Panda Recycling Centre, Deep Water Quay, Sligo, F91 CP2D. Panda also lists its Sligo recycling centre at Deepwater Quay.
Address
Panda Recycling Centre
Deepwater Quay
Sligo
F91 CP2D
Contact
Sligo County Council currently gives Panda customer service as 01 829 8992.
MyWaste also publishes 071 914 3037 for the Sligo civic amenity/recycling listing.
Address wording: MyWaste uses “Ballast Quay” on one civic amenity listing, while Sligo County Council and Panda use Deepwater Quay and associate the site with Eircode F91 CP2D. Use the Eircode when planning your route.
Sligo Recycling Centre Opening Hours
Current official and operator sources agree on the 5pm weekday closing and 1pm Saturday closing, but they do not agree on every morning opening time.
| Source | Monday–Friday | Saturday | Sunday / holidays |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sligo County Council | 9:00am–5:00pm | 8:00am–1:00pm | Sunday and Bank Holidays closed |
| Panda | 8:00am–5:00pm | 8:00am–1:00pm | Check public-holiday changes |
| MyWaste civic amenity listing | 9:00am–5:00pm | 9:00am–1:00pm | Sunday not listed as open |
Best practical rule: if you want to arrive before 9am on any day, call Panda first. The three current listings are inconsistent, so this page does not pretend there is one uncontested early-opening time.
If you have a trailer, large van, mattress, sofa or mixed paid load, arriving well before closing gives staff time to assess the load and lets you separate materials without rushing.
Sligo Recycling Centre Charges for Recyclable Material
Sligo County Council’s recycling-facilities page labels these as prices as of April 2026. Recyclable-only loads are significantly cheaper than general-waste loads, so sorting the car before you leave can materially change the cost.
| Recycling load | Published charge | What the price means |
|---|---|---|
| 240L wheelie bin – recycling | €6 | For recyclable material in a 240L wheelie bin. |
| Car – recyclable material only | €8 | The car load needs to be recycling rather than mixed general waste. |
| Car / van / estate car / jeep – recyclable only | €15 | Council pricing groups these larger recyclable-only loads together. |
| Single-axle car trailer – recyclable only | €15 | Check first for an unusually large or commercial-looking trailer load. |
| Clothes bank | Free | Keep textiles clean and dry. |
| Bottle bank | Free | Bottle-bank recycling is separately listed as free. |
| WEEE / electrical goods | Free | Household electrical recycling has no gate charge. |
Electricals: Sligo County Council says householders can bring electrical household appliances such as cookers, fridges and computers to the Deep Water Quay recycling centre free of charge.
General Waste, Mattress, Sofa and Timber Charges
Sligo County Council separately publishes Deepwater Quay’s domestic-waste prices, marked as prices as of May 2026. These are different from recyclable-only charges.
| Waste type | Published charge | Useful check |
|---|---|---|
| Black bag – general waste | €7 | Separate recyclable items before paying for general waste. |
| 240L wheelie bin – general waste | €11 | Not the same as the €6 recycling-bin price. |
| Car – general waste | €30 | Compare with €8 for a recyclable-only car load. |
| Car van / estate / jeep – general waste | €40 | Sort free and recyclable streams out first. |
| Single-axle trailer – general waste | €50 | Secure the trailer and check unusual loads before travelling. |
| Double-axle trailer – general waste | €75 | Large or commercial-looking loads should be confirmed first. |
| Small van | €65 | Council guidance says contact Panda to verify vehicle size. |
| Medium van | €95 | Confirm how Panda classifies your van. |
| Large van | €180 per load | Phone before loading. |
| Single mattress | €30 | Keep dry and easy to unload. |
| Double mattress | €40 | Check before bringing several mattresses. |
| 3-seater couch | €35 | Bulky item rate. |
| 2-seater couch | €25 | Bulky item rate. |
| Armchair / 1-seater | €15 | Keep separate from loose general waste. |
| Wood – car load | €20 | Ask first if timber is treated, contaminated or mixed with other waste. |
| Wood – van load | €30 | Phone first for unusual volumes. |
Do not compare only the vehicle price. A recyclable-only car is currently published at €8, while a car of general waste is €30. Sorting bottles, clothing, electricals and recyclable material before arrival can prevent recyclable material being treated as a mixed rubbish load.
What Can You Take to Sligo Recycling Centre for Free?
Electrical goods
Household WEEE is listed free. Sligo County Council specifically refers to items such as cookers, fridges and computers.
Batteries and lightbulbs
MyWaste identifies the Sligo civic amenity site as a free electrical/battery recycling and lightbulb drop-off point.
Bottles and textiles
Sligo County Council currently lists both the bottle bank and clothes bank at Deepwater Quay as free.
Keep free streams physically separate in the boot or trailer. That makes it easier to unload them into the correct areas instead of mixing them into a chargeable general-waste load.
Paint, Hazardous Waste, Green Waste and Other Sligo Options
A useful Sligo recycling plan is not simply “take everything to Deepwater Quay.” County guidance points to different facilities for particular waste streams.
Household hazardous waste
Sligo County Council’s current hazardous-waste guidance lists Tubbercurry Civic Amenity Centre for paint tins, medicines, oil filters and pesticide/herbicide containers, with separate charges.
Phone Tubbercurry before travelling with hazardous material because item rules and quantities matter.
Garden and green waste
Ballisodare Composting Facility, Union Wood Road, F91 YK76 accepts suitable green waste such as grass clippings, hedge trimmings, prunings, trees, shrubs and leaves.
The council warns that incoming green waste should be free from plastic, metal, stones and general rubbish.
County Sligo’s two civic amenity sites
Sligo County Council identifies two civic amenity sites: Panda at Deepwater Quay in Sligo and the Barna-operated centre at Tubbercurry.
Never leave paint, chemicals, oils, medicines or other hazardous material outside a closed facility. Confirm the authorised route and current acceptance conditions first.
How to Prepare for Sligo Recycling Centre
Split free, recyclable and general waste
Keep WEEE, bottles and clothing separate from paid recyclable material and general rubbish. The published charges are very different.
Identify awkward items before loading
Mattresses, furniture, timber, hazardous waste and large van loads deserve a price or acceptance check before you leave home.
Resolve the opening-time conflict
If you plan to arrive before 9am, call Panda on 01 829 8992. Current official/operator sources disagree on early opening.
Use the right facility
For suitable green waste, consider Ballisodare. For specific household hazardous items, check Tubbercurry instead of assuming Deepwater Quay accepts them.
Sligo Recycling Centre Map
Use the Eircode F91 CP2D to route to Panda Recycling Centre at Deepwater Quay. Map information helps with location, but it should not be used as proof of current opening hours or prices.
Sligo Recycling Centre FAQ
Where is Sligo Recycling Centre?
Panda Recycling Centre is at Deepwater Quay, Sligo, Eircode F91 CP2D.
What are Sligo Recycling Centre opening hours?
Sligo County Council lists Monday to Friday 9am–5pm and Saturday 8am–1pm. Panda currently lists Monday to Friday 8am–5pm and Saturday 8am–1pm. Because the morning start differs, call Panda before relying on an arrival before 9am.
Is Sligo Recycling Centre open on Sunday?
No regular Sunday opening is published. Sligo County Council also lists the facility as closed on Bank Holidays.
How much is a car of recycling in Sligo?
Sligo County Council’s April 2026 price list gives €8 for a car containing recyclable material only.
How much is a car of general waste?
The council’s May 2026 domestic-waste price list gives €30 for a car of general waste.
How much is a black bag at Sligo Recycling Centre?
The published May 2026 charge is €7 per black bag of general waste.
Can I recycle electrical appliances for free?
Yes. WEEE is listed as free, and Sligo County Council says household electrical goods such as cookers, fridges and computers can be brought to Deep Water Quay without a gate charge.
How much does a mattress cost?
Sligo County Council currently publishes €30 for a single mattress and €40 for a double mattress.
Does Sligo Recycling Centre take sofas?
The current domestic-waste price list includes €15 for an armchair, €25 for a two-seater couch and €35 for a three-seater couch.
Where should I take green waste in Sligo?
Sligo County Council lists Ballisodare Composting Facility for suitable green waste including grass clippings, hedge trimmings, prunings, trees, shrubs and leaf litter.
Where can I take household hazardous waste in County Sligo?
The council’s hazardous-waste information lists Tubbercurry Civic Amenity Centre for certain household hazardous items including paint tins, medicines, oil filters and pesticide or herbicide containers. Check current acceptance rules before travelling.
Official Sources to Check Before Travelling
Before You Drive to Deepwater Quay
Sort free electricals, bottles and textiles away from recyclable and general waste, check bulky-item charges, and use another authorised facility when your material needs a specialist route. If you plan to arrive before 9am, confirm today’s opening time with Panda because the current published sources do not fully agree.
Independent information guide: RecyclingCentreIreland.org is not Sligo County Council, Panda or the recycling-centre operator. The responsible operator and official authority remain the final source for live opening, acceptance and pricing decisions.