Hempsted Household Recycling Centre to close later than planned for major improvements

The original plan was to close in early January 2026 and reopen by Easter, but after further assessments, the timeline isn’t possible. This is because the centre is on an old landfill site, more groundwork is needed, and reopening by Easter - when the centre is usually busiest - wouldn't be feasible with those limitations.

Cllr Martin Horwood, cabinet member for nature, climate and waste reduction, said: “We understand this change may be inconvenient, and we’re truly sorry for the disruption it may cause. Our goal is to choose the best possible time for the closure, based on when the centre is least used, and to carry out the work in better weather to avoid delays. We’ll keep residents updated as soon as we have confirmed dates.”

The improvements will make the centre safer, more sustainable, and easier to use. Highlights include new surfaces, modern waste compactors powered by renewable energy, and a new Reuse Shop where items can be repaired and given a second life. We’re also adding better protection for electrical waste and new EV charging points for service vehicles.

While Hempsted HRC is closed, residents are still be able to use other recycling centres in the county, such as Pyke Quarry and Wingmoor Farm, which will be open seven days a week. Residents can also consider using kerbside collections, bring banks, and bulky waste services.

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