Smallmead Recycling Centre
Island Road, Reading, RG2 0RP
Opening hours
Daily: April-September 8am-8pm; October-March 8am-6pm; 4pm close Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve; closed 25, 26 Dec and 1 Jan
Our summary of the council's page. Bank holiday and Christmas hours often differ.
Booking: Required
Book with the council- Charges11 items charged
- VansPermit needed
What it costs
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Rubble / hardcore (bricks & rubble, concrete, paving, roof tiles, stones/gravel/sand) | £3.20 per 25 litre bag |
| Soil | £3.20 per 25 litre bag |
| Plasterboard (plaster or gypsum) | £1.60 per 25 litre bag |
| Asbestos | £8.40 per 20kg (weighed to nearest 20kg, minimum charge) |
| Gas bottles (refillable) | £3.00 per item |
| Bathroom items (bath, sink, pedestal, toilet, shower tray, cabinets) | £3.20 each |
Vans and trailers
Vans, pickups and vehicles with trailers must book through the Click and Tip system, selecting vehicle type and waste type (re3 'commercial vehicle permit' criteria). Some larger commercial vehicles or combinations not permitted.