As Christmas fast approaches, it is time to start thinking of how to get rid of the rubbish that accumulates over the festive period. 

Recycling centres in Bolton are opening on most days, but the Christmas period differs slightly. 

If you live in Bolton you can use any Recycling Centre in Greater Manchester free of charge for waste and recycling from your home.

Here we have rounded up all the household waste recycling centres in Bolton and their opening times so you can start planning your tip trips over Christmas. 

Opening times of the household waste recycling centres in Bolton

The recycling centres are open on Bank Holidays except for Christmas Day and New Years Day.

Hurstwood Court

Where: Raikes Lane, Bolton, BL3 2NP

Opening times: Monday to Sunday, 8am - 6pm

Salford Road Recycling Centre

Where: Salford Road, Bolton, BL5 1BW

Vehicles under 2m

Opening times: Monday to Saturday 9am - 5pm, Sunday and Bank Holidays 10am - 4pm

Vehicles over 2m

Opening times: Monday to Saturday 7am - 5pm, Sunday and Bank Holidays 10am - 4pm

What can I take there? 

Residents of Bolton can use the household recycling centres free of charge and take most items such as cardboard, glass and plastic.

You must separate the waste and recycling to ensure you put it in the right container at the tip.

Recycle for Greater Manchester have this handy tool to help you find out where to dispose of certain items, which you can view here.

You can visit Bolton Council's website for full details.