Service Alerts

Household Waste Recycling Centres in Merseyside and Halton are OPEN. Please only make essential visits and remember that strict rules remain in place to safeguard visitors and staff.

To visit Formby, Sefton Meadows and Rainhill, all vehicles must pre-book an appointment at www.merseysidewda.gov.uk. Anyone in self isolation or with COVID-19 symptoms must not visit HWRCs under any circumstances.

• The number of vehicles allowed on site is restricted, queuing times may be higher than usual. 
• Cars only. You must book an appointment if you are using a van, whether hired or owned or for a trailer between 2m and 3m in length. Bookings for Merseyside residents: www.merseysidewda.gov.uk and Halton Residents: 0303 333 4300
• Please ensure social distancing from others at all times. Site Employees will not be able to assist with unloading.
• Normal opening hours are in operation. If queues are excessive, traffic may be stopped from joining and gates may be closed prior to closing time to allow cars to clear the site (this may vary depending on the HWRC and queue size).  
• Households with COVID-19 symptoms should leave waste for at least 72 hours before disposal. Personal waste should be safely double bagged.

Thank you