General Information

Recycling is strongly encouraged and, as of June 20, 2001, required in the Town of Northwood. Recycling not only keeps unnecessary waste out of landfills, it saves tax dollars. The Northwood Board of Selectmen is advised on waste management and recycling issues by the Recycling Committee.

The most recent Recycling/Transfer Station Brochure is available for download by clicking here. The brochure has Recycling/Transfer Station useage guidelines, and instructions for disposal of waste and recyclable materials.

Contact Information

1 Town Works Way
Northwood, NH 03261
(603) 942-9105
recycle@town.northwood.nh.us

Directions

The Recycling/Transfer Station is 1/2 mile east of the Town Hall on the right side of First New Hampshire Turnpike (Route 4). Look for the blue sign that says "Information 500 Feet" on the right side of the road. What was the Northwood Information gazebo is at the entrance of the Recycling/Transfer Station.

Hours of Operation (updated 08/05/09)

Swap Shop

The purpose of the Swap Shop is to stop putting things in the waste container that someone else can use.  It is for residents only. Items must be clean, small enough to fit in the building, useable, and/or in good working order. No junk allowed!

Items are to be presented to the attendant for inspection. A fee must be paid for TV’s and any other item requiring a fee. After being inspected, residents must place the item neatly in the building. Items are free to other residents. Items are taken at no guarantee of ability to function as expected. The Town assumes no liability for any result from the use of said items. If the item is not picked up by another resident, it will be  disposed of at the attendant’s discretion.

The following items are prohibited: refrigerators, freezers, appliances, computer monitors, air conditioners, sofas, mattresses, hazardous waste, paint, cleaning fluid, batteries, all liquids, tires, car parts, pornographic material, weapons, and anything perishable.