As Christmas fast approaches, it is time to start thinking of how to get rid of the rubbish that accumulates over the festive period. 

Recycling centres in Warrington are opening on most days, but the Christmas period differs slightly. 

If you live in Warrington you can use any local recycling centre free of charge to dispose of waste and recycling from your home.

Here we have rounded up all the household waste recycling centres in Warrington and their opening times so you can start planning your tip trips over Christmas. 

Opening times of the household waste recycling centres in Warrington

The recycling centres are open on Bank Holidays except for Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.

Cars are able to turn up without an appointment, but if you are wanting to take a van or large trailer into the tip you will need to book using this website. 

You will need to take proof of address to the centre to avoid non-residents disposing of their rubbish. 

Gatewarth

Where: Gatewarth Community Recycling Centre, Barnard Street, Sankey Bridges WA5 1DD

Opening times: Monday to Sunday, 8am - 6pm

Stockton Heath

Where: Stockton Heath Community Recycling Centre, Sandy Lane, WA4 2AY

Opening times: Monday to Sunday, 10am - 4pm

Woolston

Where: Woolston Community Recycling Centre, New Cut Lane, WA1 4AG

Opening times: Monday to Sunday, 8am - 6pm

What can I take there? 

Residents of Warrington can use the household recycling centres free of charge and take most items such as cardboard, glass and plastic.

You must separate the waste and recycling to ensure you put it in the right container at the tip.

You can visit the council website for more