Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Day
Saturday 6th June 2026
Disposing of hazardous waste in your regular household bins is a danger to yourself, Town staff and the environment at large.
The Town’s next hazardous waste drop-off days will run at the depot (218 Planet Street, Welshpool) from 9am-1pm on:
Saturday 6 June, 2026
Saturday 31 October, 2026
You will be required to show proof of your residency within the Town to access this free service.
What can I bring to household hazardous waste collection days?
- Asbestos products (no more than six sheets. Only accepted if wrapped in black plastic and sealed)
- Pesticides and herbicides
- Paints and solvents
- Fluorescent globes and tubes (max. 10)
- Motor and cooking oil (max. 20L)
- All batteries
- Smoke detectors
- Gas bottles
- Heavy metals (e.g. mercury)
- Aerosol cans (added July 2024)
- E-waste (as of July 2024)
- Any commercial quantities of hazardous waste will be refused at the discretion of the Town.
Any unidentifiable poisons/chemicals will be checked by the qualified technician on site on the day. Ensure all poison containers are not corroded and are in safe condition prior to transporting them. Commercial quantities will not be accepted.
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