1 / 2Recycling Discovery Centre
đ Fazakerley, North West
Guided tours through a working Materials Recovery Facility via an enclosed aerial walkway. Includes hands-on sorting activities tailored for all ages and abilities, with specialist SEND provision available.
Went here today for a tour as part of National Heritage Open Days week. It was very enlightening, interesting and informative. I realise I've not really been recycling correctly. The trainer/tour guide Rachel was absolutely fabulous. Very engaging, knowledgeable and able to answer all the questions raised by the group. Would highly recommend to raise your awareness (who knew?) and for a different and interesting couple of hours.
đ Family Action Verdict
Best for curious families with children aged 5 and up who want a behind-the-scenes look at where their recycling actually goes. Guides like Rachel consistently earn specific praise for engaging delivery that works for both children and adults. Particularly strong for school-holiday educational outings.
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Jane
6 months ago
âWent here today for a tour as part of National Heritage Open Days week. It was very enlightening, interesting and informative. I realise I've not really been recycling correctly. The trainer/tour guide Rachel was absolutely fabulous. Very engaging, knowledgeable and able to answer all the questions raised by the group. Would highly recommend to raise your awareness (who knew?) and for a different and interesting couple of hours.â
Janet Page
6 months ago
âAbsolutely fascinating talk and tour. Our guide, Rachel, was highly knowledgeable and knew how to put the information across in a relaxed and friendly manner. Seeing the actual process was fascinating. Our group was made up of adults but there's lots of interactive activities for school and other children's groups. Fully recommend this tour for all ages.â
Marcela Bellenand
2 years ago
â23 of us from a walking group just visited the centre and it exceeded all our expectations! It was a thoroughly interesting visit made even more so by the wonderful Rachel who was very knowledgeable and explained everything so clearly. A fabulous visit thank you!!â
Cat Wilough
6 months ago
âVery insightful into the process of recycling. The lady who gave the talk was very knowledgeable. It was good to see the machines in action.â
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Overview
The Recycling Discovery Centre runs guided tours through its live Materials Recovery Facility, letting visitors watch sorting machines process household recycling in real time from an enclosed overhead walkway. Interactive sorting stations let children and adults try separating materials by hand. Sessions last up to two hours and are calibrated for school groups, family visits, and SEND cohorts. Free entry and free parking make it a zero-cost day out.
