Black bins

Collections

Black bin

Collection dates

Your latest black bin collection date can be found on our household collections page.

Household collections

  • the black bin is emptied every 2 weeks
  • we empty bins between 7am and 4.30pm
  • bins need to be at the boundary of your property with the handle facing towards the road from 7am
  • number all of your bins so they are not mistaken for your neighbours’ bins
  • make sure all bin lids are fully closed
  • return your bin to your property as soon as you can after it has been emptied
  • if your bin is missed, contact us within 48 hours of your original collection day
  • no side waste with the black bin
  • your bin should not be overfilled with heavy items, heavy bins cannot be emptied
young girl holding blue bag of recycling

New waste management schemes

From March 2026, recycling will be easier and more consistent across England. The new Simpler Recycling system means everyone, whether at home, work, or school, will be able to recycle the same materials.

Simpler Recycling