Have you ever wondered what happens to your recycling once it has picked up from your home in Cornwall? Or wondered why we ask you to sort some of your recycling at home?

The Bodmin materials recycling facility (MRF), is one of two MRFs in Cornwall which sorts, screens and bales your recycling, ready to be sold on and made into new products.

The facility was substantially upgraded in 2023 when the new service, food waste recycling, was rolled out in Cornwall. With new sorting technology, new infrastructure and a new service delivering more recycling for Cornwall.

You will be able to see how the recycling trucks empty each compartment of recycling, the sorting machine and process which separates your mixed red bag of recycling into the separate materials (plastic, aluminium and steel).

The visit is expected to last around 1 hour; it will include a short induction, a tour of the facility and a chance to speak to our team. Please arrive 10 minutes early to ensure a prompt start to the tour.

Accessability and restrictions

Please be aware that the tour involves some walking and stairs. The tour is not suitable for people with mobility issues or vertigo. For safety reasons children under 7 years old are not permitted on the tour.

Please note, you only need to book one time slot for the tour. There are 10 spaces on each tour slot, so booking is essential!

Dress code

Please wear full length trousers for safety on site.
Visitors are required to wear trainers or walking boots. Sandals, flip flops or heeled shoes are not permitted.

Anyone failing to comply with the dress code will not be permitted on the tour.

Please be aware that this is an operational site therefore any operational issues will always take priority over visitor tours. Tours may be cancelled at late notice.

Bodmin Materials Recycling Facility Heritage Open Day