New Haverhill Recycling Centre to open on August 8

The recycling centre in Homefield Road, Haverhill, is set to open on Thursday, August 8.

The site was initially expected to open earlier this year and will replace the existing recycling centre at Chalkstone Way.

The facility, which is 3.5 times larger than the old site, will include a raised platform to give visitors a better position to safely dispose of waste, an easy-to-use layout, improved accessibility, increased capacity and better access to the nearby A1017.

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Suffolk County Council initially announced the plans for the centre last year and work began in May 2023.

Councillor Chris Chambers, Suffolk County Council’s cabinet member for transport strategy, planning and waste, said: “It’s great to be able to put a date in the diary and look forward to this state-of-the-art facility opening in Haverhill.

“Not only will this centre provide a great resource to local communities but supports our ambition to protect and enhance the environment.

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“Reducing what waste we have in the first place is always a key priority, but this new site will help residents to easily reduce and recycle the waste they do have, helping to maximise resources, reducing the need for raw materials.”

Cabinet Member for Suffolk County Council Transport Strategy, Councillor Richard Smith, MVO, left, with county councillors for Haverhill, David Roach and Joe Mason, right, at the new facility. (Image: Suffolk County Council))

Simon Hale, FCC environment area manager, said: “Our teams and contractors have worked hard to get this centre open, and we’re excited to welcome everyone from Haverhill and the local area.

“I’m sure people will be impressed with the new facility and how simple and safe it is to drive in, drop off and drive out.”