Following a monitoring period at the Weston site, North Somerset Council will look to extend the system to the Portishead and Backwell sites from Monday, March 2. READ MORE: Concern over North Somerset recycling centre booking systemREAD MORE: North Somerset school set to close with declining numbersThe council said the new system is designed to make visits 'faster, safer and more efficient' for residents, while ensuring recycling centres can operate smoothly during busy periods and planned maintenance. Residents can book a slot online at: https://n-somerset.hwrc.bookinglab.co.uk/The link is also available via the North Somerset Council app. Cllr Annemieke Waite, cabinet member for planning and environment at North Somerset Council said: “Our aim is to make visiting the recycling centre as easy and efficient as possible for residents. Mr Fieldhouse said: "The current method ensures maximum vehicle throughput; it is obvious a booking system will reduce this.

Source: The Times February 03, 2026 10:02 UTC