Residents permits

Household Recycling Centres are provided in Herefordshire and Worcestershire for residents of the two counties only, to recycle and dispose of their household waste.

As a result of Bromsgrove and Redditch Household Recycling Centres being used by non residents of Herefordshire and Worcestershire, proof of residency is now required to enter these sites.

New Residents Permits will be issued during March 2024 for residents of Bromsgrove and Redditch. They are free of charge and are valid until March 2027.

Image: Example showing what your Residents Household Recycling Centre Permit will look like.

example permit

Getting your permit

A Residents Permit can be collected from Redditch Customer Service Centre or Bromsgrove Parkside Customer Service Centre with proof of residency.

If you do not have a Residents Permit you will be required to provide proof of residency (e.g. driving licence, current utility bill or bank statement).

For further information or questions about permits:

Redditch - 01527 64252
Bromsgrove - 01527 881288

When entering either Household Recycling Centre this permit must be displayed for access to be permitted. If you do not have a Residents Permit you will be required to provide proof of residency (e.g. driving licence or current utility bill) before being allowed to enter the site.

If you are a resident of Herefordshire or Worcestershire not living in either Bromsgrove or Redditch but wish to use either Household Recycling Centre you must take proof of residency with you to the site e.g. Council Tax Bill / Current Utility Bill.

Alternatively a Residents Permit can be collected from Redditch Customer Service Centre or Bromsgrove Parkside Customer Service Centre with proof of residency.

No Business Waste will be accepted.

Bromsgrove and Redditch HRC Residents Permits FAQs

Where do I get a residents permit from?

If you live in Redditch Borough or Bromsgrove District you should have received a Residents Permit in March 2024. If you have not received one please contact 01527 64252 for Redditch or 01527 881288 for Bromsgrove to request one.

What if I move to the area?

If you move to the area please call 01527 64252 for Redditch or 01527 881288 for Bromsgrove to request a Residents Permit

Alternatively you can visit your local Worcestershire Hub in person:

Redditch – Redditch Customer Service Centre, 5 George Walk, Kingfisher Shopping Centre, Redditch B97 4HB

Bromsgrove – Parkside, Market Street, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 8DA

What do I do with my permit?

To reduce the amount of time that your visit takes please clearly display your permit in your vehicle upon entering the site.

What happens if my permit is lost or stolen?

To request another permit please call 01527 64252 for Redditch or 01527 881288 for Bromsgrove

Can I use an old permit?

If you turn up with an old permit you will still be able to use the site, however your permit will be retained by the site staff and you will be instructed to apply for a new permit / provide proof of residency. If you live in Redditch Borough or Bromsgrove District you should have received a Residents Permit in March 2024.

Does the permit have an expiry date?

The current permit will expire on 31 March 2027.

Can I use the site if I do not have a Residents Permit?

Yes, upon entering the site you will be requested to provide proof of residency from within Herefordshire or Worcestershire.

What is acceptable as proof of residency?

driving licence
recent utility (within last 3 months)
bank statement, Council Tax Bill, property tenancy agreement

Can I use the sites if I am not a resident of Bromsgrove District or Redditch Borough?

Yes, if you are a resident of Herefordshire or Worcestershire not living in either Bromsgrove or Redditch but wish to use either Household Recycling Centre you can obtain a Residents Permit in advance by calling 01527 64252 for Redditch or 01527 881288 for Bromsgrove or take proof of residency to the site.