Refuse
Use your grey bin for refuse (general rubbish) that cannot be recycled. It is collected every two weeks.
When to put your bin out
- Put your bin out by 6am on your normal collection day.
- Place it on the boundary of your property.
- Bring it back in as soon as you can after collection to stop any obstruction of the highway.
Important information
Your bin lid must be closed.
We won't collect any rubbish that is left outside (known as side waste) or not securely inside the bin.
We will not collect rubbish presented in charity bags.
We do not tolerate any abuse of the collection crews and it will be reported to the Police. If you have a complaint, please contact the council.
One bin per household
Each household is provided with one 180-litre refuse bin. We only empty this size (except at communal properties) and can refuse to empty larger bins. Additional bins will only be considered for specific circumstances. If you think you need an additional bin, please contact the council. No additional bins will be emptied unless authorised.
Your grey refuse bin for non-recyclable waste only. Put your dry recycling items in your green bin and food waste in your food caddy for recycling.
+ What you can put in your grey bin
Use your grey bin for rubbish that can't be recycled. This includes:
| Dirty paper towels | |
| Soft plastic (bread bags, crisp packets, cling film) | |
| Cotton wool and used tissues | |
| Nappies and sanitary products | |
| Cotton buds, toothbrushes, toothpaste tubes | |
| CDs, DVDs, VHS tapes | |
| Small amounts of broken glass (e.g. wine glasses, glass dishes, mirrors) | |
| Pet waste and dead domestic pets | |
+ What you can't put in your grey bin
| Electrical items or batteries | |
| Cigarette lighters or vapes | |
| Builders' waste | |
| Paint tins | |
| Hazardous waste or chemicals | |
| Clinical waste or needles | |
| Garden waste | |
Not sure about something? Check our A-Z Waste for help.
What to do with clothes and fabrics
Don't throw clothes or fabric in your grey bin. If they're in good condition, donate them to a charity shop or textile bank. You can also take them to a Household Waste and Recycling Centre.
What to do with electricals, batteries and vapes
Don't put electricals items, batteries or vapes in any bin. They can cause fires in collection vehicles. This puts crews at risk and disrupts your service.
Take them to:
- A Household Waste and Recycling Centre.
- Shops, supermarkets or charities.
Find where on Recycle Your Electricals website.
Large items and white goods
Need to get rid of a large item or appliance? You can:
- Book a large item collection.
- Take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.
