Tips in Merseyside have been closed for several days over the Christmas period, but will now return to regular opening times.
All 14 of Merseyside’s recycling centres were closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
But from today, Saturday, January 2, they will be open as normal.
Merseyside Recycling and Waste Authority (MRWA), which manages the 14 sites, has warned that tips can be busy during this period, as people throw away Christmas trees and decorations.
People are asked to consider if their trip to the recycling centre is essential and to be prepared for queues and long waiting times.
Visits to the tips at Formby, Rainhill and Sefton Meadows are available by pre-booked appointment only, but you can arrive at the other 11 sites without booking.
At Merseyside’s tips, many items can be recycled with the majority accepting cans, cardboard, garden waste, glass jars and bottles, paper, scrap metal, textiles, tyres, timber/wood, white goods and electrical items.
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Speaking just before the festive period began, Cllr Tony Concepcion, chair of MRWA, said: “A considerable amount of waste is created at this time of the year so it’s a good opportunity to boost the region’s recycling levels.
"Our Recycling Centres will happily accept the clutter of people’s packaging, bottles, cans and even Christmas trees."
Cllr Concepcion added: “However, traditionally the centres do get very busy around Christmas, and social distancing is still in place, so we would ask people if they can delay their visit then please do so.
"If you must visit then try and sort your items before you get to site and expect to queue.
“Alternatively, store waste at home until the rush is over if you can, use your household recycling bin, or even local bring banks if available.
“Whatever you do, please don’t fly-tip outside the centres as this is illegal and you could be fined.”
Opening times and dates for all the recycling centres in Merseyside
Huyton Household Waste Recycling Centre, Wilson Road, Huyton
1st April – 30th September: 8.00 am to 8.00 pm
1st October – 31st March: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
Kirkby Household Waste Recycling Centre, Depot Road, Kirkby
1st April – 30th September: 8.00 am to 8.00 pm
1st October – 31st March: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
Old Swan Household Waste Recycling Centre, Cheadle Avenue, Liverpool
1st April – 30th September: 8.00 am to 8.00 pm
1st October – 31st March: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
Otterspool Household Waste Recycling Centre, Jericho Lane, Aigburth
1st April – 30th September: 8.00 am to 8.00 pm
1st October – 31st March: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
Sefton:
Formby Household Waste Recycling Centre, Altcar Road, Formby
Booking required before visiting
1st April – 30th September: 8.00 am to 8.00 pm
1st October – 31st March: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
Sefton Meadows Household Waste Recycling Centre
Booking required before visiting
1st April – 30th September: 8.00 am to 8.00 pm
1st October – 31st March: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
South Sefton Household Waste Recycling Centre, Irlam Road, Bootle
1st April – 30th September: 8.00 am to 8.00 pm
1st October – 31st March: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
Southport Household Waste Recycling Centre, Foul Lane, Southport
1st April – 30th September: 8.00 am to 8.00 pm
1st October – 31st March: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
St Helens:
Newton-le-Willows Household Waste Recycling Centre, Junction Lane, Newton-le-Willows, St Helens
1st April – 30th September: 8.00 am to 8.00 pm
1st October – 31st March: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
Ravenhead Household Waste Recycling Centre, Burtonhead Road, St Helens
1st April – 30th September: 8.00 am to 8.00 pm
1st October – 31st March: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
Rainhill Household Waste Recycling Centre, Tasker Terrace, Rainhill
Book before visiting
Monday – Friday:
1st April – 30th September: 8.00 am to 8.00 pm
1st October – 31st March: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
Wirral:
Bidston Household Waste Recycling Centre, Wallasey Bridge Road, Wirral
1st April – 30th September: 8.00 am to 8.00 pm
1st October – 31st March: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
Clatterbridge Household Waste Recycling Centre Mount Road, Bebington, Wirral
1st April – 30th September: 8.00 am to 8.00 pm
1st October – 31st March: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
West Kirby Household Waste Recycling Centre, Greenbank Road, Wirral
1st April – 30th September: 8.00 am to 8.00 pm
1st October – 31st March: 8.00 am to 5.00 pm
