Rhondda Cynon Taf tips: charges, permits and opening times
Wales
- ChargesNo price list published
- BookingNot needed
- VansPermit needed
- Proof of addressNeeded
What the tip charges
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Rubble / hardcoreConstruction materials: Accepted at all centres; no charge or limit stated | No charge published |
| SoilListed under garden waste (soil, mud): Accepted at all centres; no charge or limit stated | No charge published |
| PlasterboardMust be clean with no other material attached; Accepted at all centres; no charge or limit stated | No charge published |
| TyresListed under plastics; Accepted at all centres; no charge or limit stated | No charge published |
| AsbestosAberdare (Ty Amgen) only; must book; no charge stated | No charge published |
| Gas bottlesLPG cylinders (no oxy-acetylene or oxygen) at Aberdare, Dinas, Ferndale, Llantrisant and Treherbert; no charge stated | No charge published |
Free DIY allowance
Wales (not covered by SI 2023/1243). Construction materials (rubble, concrete, tiles, ceramics, clean plasterboard) accepted at all centres; no charge or quantity limit stated.
From Rhondda Cynon Taf's pages, quoted or summarised.
In Wales the English DIY waste rules don't apply, so each Welsh council sets its own limits. What this council says is shown above.
Vans, pickups and trailers
Permit needed
All vans and commercial vehicles larger than a 4x4 must phone and book a van disposal in advance (07824 541758), giving vehicle, centre, date, waste and origin; on arrival report to staff, show proof of residency, complete a form and show the van contents. Flatbed tippers, Luton vans over 1.5 tonnes and tractors towing trailers not allowed. Cost not stated.
Do I need to book?
No booking needed for cars
No booking for cars; vans/commercial vehicles larger than a 4x4 and asbestos must be booked
Proof of address
Yes, bring proof of address
Show proof of RCT residency, for example utility bill, driving licence or rental agreement.
Mattresses and sofas
- Mattresses
- Accepted at all centres; no charge stated
- Sofas and furniture
- Accepted at all centres; no charge stated
All 6 tips and opening hours
- Ty Amgen Community Recycling Centre (Aberdare)Llwydcoed, Aberdare, CF44 0BXAll centres: 30 Mar-25 Oct 2026 Mon-Sun 8:30am-6:30pm; 26 Oct 2026-29 Mar 2027 Mon-Sun 8:30am-4:30pm; closed Christmas and New Year bank holidays.
- Dinas Community Recycling CentreCymmer Road, Dinas, CF39 9BLAll centres: 30 Mar-25 Oct 2026 Mon-Sun 8:30am-6:30pm; 26 Oct 2026-29 Mar 2027 Mon-Sun 8:30am-4:30pm; closed Christmas and New Year bank holidays.
- Ferndale Community Recycling CentreNorth Road, Ferndale, CF43 4RSAll centres: 30 Mar-25 Oct 2026 Mon-Sun 8:30am-6:30pm; 26 Oct 2026-29 Mar 2027 Mon-Sun 8:30am-4:30pm; closed Christmas and New Year bank holidays.
- Llantrisant 100% Recycling CentrePant-Y-Brad Road off Heol-Y-Sarn, Llantrisant Industrial Estate, CF72 8XZAll centres: 30 Mar-25 Oct 2026 Mon-Sun 8:30am-6:30pm; 26 Oct 2026-29 Mar 2027 Mon-Sun 8:30am-4:30pm; closed Christmas and New Year bank holidays.
- Treforest Community Recycling CentreTaffs Fall Road, Treforest Industrial Estate, CF37 5TTAll centres: 30 Mar-25 Oct 2026 Mon-Sun 8:30am-6:30pm; 26 Oct 2026-29 Mar 2027 Mon-Sun 8:30am-4:30pm; closed Christmas and New Year bank holidays.
- Treherbert Community Recycling CentreTreherbert Industrial Estate, Treherbert, CF42 5HZAll centres: 30 Mar-25 Oct 2026 Mon-Sun 8:30am-6:30pm; 26 Oct 2026-29 Mar 2027 Mon-Sun 8:30am-4:30pm; closed Christmas and New Year bank holidays.
Opening hours are our short summary of the council's page. Bank holiday and Christmas hours often differ.
Good to know
No black bag waste or mixed recycling accepted at any centre. Staff cannot help unload. Trade waste paid at Bryn Pica Trade & Sorting Facility. Queue closes 30 minutes before closing at busy times.