Catford Tip: Landmann Way Recycling Centre and Bulky Waste Collections

Where is the nearest tip for Catford?

Lewisham Council's reuse and recycling centre is at the Civic Amenities Site, Landmann Way, London SE14 5RS. It is the borough's site, listed on the council's Landmann Way page as open to Lewisham residents. Check the rules below before you load the car, because they cover ID, vans and what is accepted.

What are the opening hours?

As published by the council:

• Cars: Sunday to Friday 8am to 3.30pm, Saturday 8am to 11.30am.
• Vans, pedestrians and cyclists: Sunday to Friday 8am to 3pm (last entry 3pm), Saturday 8am to 11am (last entry 11am).
• Closed: Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.

The council's page says you do not need to book a visit, and that use of the site is free.

What do I need to bring?

You need to prove you live in Lewisham: photo ID (a driving licence or passport) and proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement.

What are the rules for vans?

Vans are limited to four visits per year. Commercial vehicles are not allowed, which the council defines as vehicles with signage, pick-up trucks, minibuses and trailers. Hired vans are accepted with proof of hire. For the full wording, see the council page, because rules like these are the ones most likely to be updated.

What can and cannot go in?

The council lists furniture, garden waste, electrical items, metals, wood, DIY waste (with limits), textiles, glass, batteries and more as accepted. It does not take hazardous waste, paint, solvents, plasterboard, trade waste, pallets, turf or car batteries. If you are unsure about a particular item, call the site on 020 8314 7171, which the council lists as a call-back service.

Can the council collect bulky items from my door?

Yes, for a fee. Book through the bulky item collection page, which links to the online booking form. As published by the council, mattresses of any size cost £5 each, other large items such as carpets, chairs, beds and sofas are £5 each, and a fridge or freezer is £25. American-style and double-door fridges and freezers are not collected. Fees are non-refundable even if you cancel.

A few practical points from the same page:

• Only the items you listed when booking are taken, and no extras can be added without a new request.
• A carpet must be rolled, tied and manageable by two people. Underlay counts as a separate item.
• Items are put outside at the edge of your property the night before. The council does not collect from inside a property.
• Collections run Monday to Friday depending on your ward, with separate schedules for mattresses and large items versus fridges and freezers. For scheduling, the council gives the bulky waste team number as 020 8314 7171.
• Businesses cannot use the service and must use a licensed waste carrier.

What if I just leave it on the street?

Do not. The council's cleaner Lewisham page warns of enforcement for illegally dumped waste and lists the alternatives: a bulky collection, donating furniture, selling or giving it away online, or the Landmann Way site. If you use a private waste collector, check they are licensed on the Environment Agency's register. To report fly-tipping you have seen, see our guide to reporting problems in Catford.