Dispose of engine oil in Aberdeen

Bucksburn Recycling Centre, Hazlehead Recycling Centre and 2 more places in Aberdeen take engine oil. Never pour engine oil down a drain. Take it in a sealed container.

Oil down a drain breaks the law

The Oil Care Campaign, run with the UK environment agencies, says pouring oil down a drain or onto the ground breaks the law. You could be prosecuted.

Last updated: 15 October 2026

Places from OpenStreetMap and OpenWasteMap. Site details checked 12 October 2026.

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