City Depot Household Waste Recycling Centre (Tip) - Rules 2026
All visits to the City Depot recycling centre must be booked in advance.
No slots available? Or don't have a car?
Book a private van here for same-day removal.
Keep your car clean from tip waste
Perfect for garden & DIY waste
ID Required
Southampton residents only; booking and proof of address required.
Important Site Rules
- BOOKING ESSENTIAL: You must book a slot online before visiting (via the Hampshire booking system).
- Residency Check: Open to Southampton and Hampshire residents. Proof of address may be required.
- Vehicle Registration: You must register your vehicle online.
- Pedestrians: Pedestrian access permitted via a separate entrance.
- Vans/Trailers: Commercial-type vehicles need a permit.
- DIY Waste: Charges apply for soil, rubble, plasterboard, and tyres.
- 09:00 to 16:00 1 October to 28 February
- 09:00 to 17:00 1 March to 31 March
✅Accepted Items
⛔Not Accepted
- Trade WasteNo commercial waste
- TyresNot accepted
- AmmunitionNot accepted at this specific site
- Cooking OilNot accepted at this specific site
- Fire ExtinguishersNot accepted at this specific site
- Tyres (Chargeable)Not accepted at this specific site
- Clinical WasteNot accepted at this specific site
- Petrol/DieselNot accepted at this specific site
🕒 Opening Hours
Holiday Hours
❓Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to book a slot for City Depot Household Waste Recycling Centre?
Yes, booking is mandatory for City Depot Household Waste Recycling Centre. You must secure a time slot through the Southampton City Council online portal before arrival. No walk-ins or drive-ins without an appointment are permitted.
Can I recycle Garden Waste and Cardboard at this tip?
Yes, City Depot Household Waste Recycling Centre accepts both Garden Waste and Cardboard from residents. Please ensure items are pre-sorted to help speed up the offloading process at the SO15 0LJ site.
What proof of address is needed for City Depot Household Waste Recycling Centre?
Southampton residents only; booking and proof of address required.. This is strictly enforced at the entrance to ensure the site remains available for local residents only.
Is City Depot Household Waste Recycling Centre open on bank holidays?
The site has specific holiday hours. For example, it is typically closed on Christmas Day. Check our holiday section above for a full list of dates.
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