Book a household recycling centre appointment
Temporary changes to Household Recycling Centre opening hours
During industrial action, extended opening hours will be in operation at all Household Recycling Centres (HRC):
- Monday to Friday: 7:00am to 9:00pm
- Saturday and Sunday: 8:00am to 6:00pm
Castle Bromwich
Tameside Drive, B35 7AG
Monday to Friday: 7:00am to 9:00pm
Saturday and Sunday: 8:00am to 6:00pm
Car users do not need to book a slot at Castle Bromwich HRC as the booking system is temporarily turned off. However, if you are a resident with a van, you still need to book a slot to use the site.
Kings Norton
Lifford Lane, B30 3JJ
Monday to Friday: 7:00am to 9:00pm
Saturday and Sunday: 8:00am to 6:00pm
Kings Norton HRC is currently undergoing redevelopment.
The site will remain open, but fewer slots may be available to book.
Find out more about the redevelopment work
Perry Barr
Holford Drive, B42 2TU
Monday to Friday: 7:00am to 9:00pm
Saturday and Sunday: 8:00am to 6:00pm
Sutton Coldfield
Norris Way, B75 7BB
Monday to Friday: 7:00am to 9:00pm
Saturday and Sunday: 8:00am to 6:00pm
Tyseley
James Road, B11 2BA
Monday to Friday: 7:00am to 9:00pm
Saturday and Sunday: 8:00am to 6:00pm
Construction work is currently happening on the entry to Tyseley HRC to remove the weighbridge building and temporary visitor centre. A traffic management plan will be in place from Monday, 6 October 2025. Take extra care and follow directions when entering and leaving the HRC.
Booking
You can make a booking:
- at least 2 hours before the time you want to attend the HRC
- for vans up to 7 days in advance
- for cars up to 6 days in advance
You can also book up to 2 visits at the same time. These can be on the same day or within the same week.
Your confirmation should be emailed to you within an hour. This email will tell you the 15-minute slot that you have been allocated. If you cannot see this email in your inbox, check your spam or junk folder.
When you have 2 visits booked, you can book additional visits starting the day after your first visit. For example, if you book for Monday and Thursday, then you can book your next visit from Tuesday.
You need to bring proof of address to show you live in Birmingham. This evidence could be:
- driving licence
- utility bill
- Council Tax bill - paper or digital
Read the instructions on the booking website carefully. For example, there are height restrictions at some sites.
Business waste
No commercial vehicles are permitted within the Household Recycling Centres.
Learn more about alternative solutions for managing your business waste. Get a free, no-obligation quote.
Page last updated: 20 April 2026
