Short answer: Mid-morning on a weekday is often quietest, early mornings and Saturday mornings can be busy, and many yards close at midday on weekends or have restricted hours, so check opening times before you set off, avoid the busiest periods if you can and allow extra time if you have a big or mixed load.
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List Free →Quiet periods
Weekday mid-mornings and early afternoons are usually less busy.
Busy periods
Weekend mornings and the end of the working day can mean queues.
Check hours
Opening hours vary, and some yards close early or on certain days.
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