Why is a new centre needed in March?
March Household Recycling Centre (HRC) is linked to the adjacent landfill site. It must close before the end of June 2027 as part of restoration works at the end of the landfill’s life.
New location
A replacement site will be provided on land next to the existing site along Hundred Road. This land is owned by Cambridgeshire County Council.
The proposed new site, on the plan image below, is next to the area labelled 'Waste Transfer Facility'. The new site will be closer to the roundabout that joins Hundred Road and Melbourne Avenue. The plan image below shows the existing March HRC site labelled as 'Public Recycling Facility' directly North of the new site.
Project progress
Construction started in September 2026 and is expected to take around eight months, with the new site expected to open in April 2027. We’ll be providing regular updates here throughout the build as the new facility takes shape.
Thank you for your patience while these improvements are carried out to deliver a modern, efficient recycling centre for local residents.
Update 23 October 2026
Good progress is already being made on the first stages of construction.
Since work began in September, contractors have been preparing the site for the new facility, including completing foundation works and bringing in major equipment that will form part of its infrastructure. Residents passing the recycling centre may also have noticed increased activity as construction gathers pace.
The next phase of the project will focus on drainage and water management works, which are an important part of the site's long-term operation.
Benefits of the new site
- Improved site layout and additional capacity that supports expected population growth in the area until 2070
- Level access to deposit waste (no steps)
- Canopies will help protect site users and staff from the weather and prevent rainwater run off being contaminated by waste materials
- Additional parking spaces
- Improved flow of vehicles
- Increased separation of site users and servicing vehicles
- The site will no longer need to close when containers are exchanged
- An undercover area for the donation and purchase of reusable items
- Separate gate for cyclists and pedestrians enabling pedestrian access
- Cycle parking
To view design images of how the site will look, please use the forward and back arrows on the side of the images below.
Further information
What is the cost?
The construction of the new facility is expected to cost approximately £4.68 million.
Will the current March HRC remain open?
The current site will remain open during construction of the new facility, but we expect an increase in traffic during this period due to construction vehicles accessing the area.
What will the new centre opening hours be?
Opening hours for the new site will be the same as the current site, for details please visit March Waste Recycling Centre.
What can you take to a Household Recycling Centre?
To find out what you can take to your local household recycling centre, please visit or page, What can I take to a Household Recycling Centre.
