The A to Z of waste items and which bin they should go in

212 items found
  • Aerosol tins
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack. Please make sure they are completely empty.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Tins and Cans container.
    image of the sign for Tins and Cans containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Some

    You can find your nearest recycling point on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Air freshener (aerosol)
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack. Please make sure they are empty.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Tins and Cans container.
    image of the sign for Tins and Cans containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Some

    You can find your nearest recycling point on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Aluminium foil
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack. Please clean foil placed in the red bin is sent for reprocessing and recycling. Dirty foil should be put in the non-recyclable bin.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Non-Recyclable

    You can put this item in your non-recyclable bin however it will not be recycled. It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery. Dirty foil only

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Tins and Cans container.
    image of the sign for Tins and Cans containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Aluminium trays
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack. Please remove food and other dirt from any foil packaging or trays. Dirty trays with grease or food that cannot be removed should be put in the non-recyclable bin.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Non-Recyclable

    You can put this item in your non-recyclable bin however it will not be recycled. It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery. Dirty trays with grease or food that cannot be removed should be put in the non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Animal waste
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility that creates land restoration material

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Asbestos
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    Please check at the HWRC for special instructions regarding asbestos, car or lead-acid batteries, tyres, gas cylinders or other pressurised containers.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Contact a commercial waste management company

  • Ash
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin. Ensure ash is cold

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Baby wipes
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Baking tray
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Scrap Metal container.
    image of the sign for Scrap Metal containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Balloons
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Batteries (household)
    Unknown

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Household Batteries container.
    image of the sign for Household Batteries containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Retailers may have a collection point

  • Biscuit tins (metal)
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Scrap Metal container.
    image of the sign for Scrap Metal containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Blister packs
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Bottle tops
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack. Please keep lid on bottle (wash, squash and replace lid before recycling).

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Bricks
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Soil and Rubble container.
    image of the sign for Soil and Rubble containers

    Please remove wood, metal, wires, glass and plastics.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Brochures
    Blue Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your blue lidded bin or sack. Please remove any plastic wrapping.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Bubble wrap
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Buckets (plastic)
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Butter tubs
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack. Please make sure they are empty, clean and if possible, squashed.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Car battery
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Car Batteries container.
    image of the sign for Car Batteries containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Cardboard, cardboard boxes and packaging
    Blue Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your blue lidded bin or sack. Please flatten the cardboard.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Paper and Cardboard container.
    image of the sign for Paper and Cardboard containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Carpets
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Large or Bulky Residual Waste container.
    image of the sign for Large or Bulky Residual Waste containers

    Sent for sorting and processing

    This will be sent for further sorting with a percentage going to landfill.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Carrier bags
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility that creates land restoration material

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Check local supermarkets

  • Cartons (eg Tetra Pak)
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Cartridges for printers
    Not Accepted

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Return to the manufacturer or supplier. Some charities will accept them too.

  • Cat litter
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility that creates land restoration material

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • CDs
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Cereal boxes
    Blue Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your blue lidded bin or sack. Please flatten the cardboard before putting it in the bin.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Paper and Cardboard container.
    image of the sign for Paper and Cardboard containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Cleaning product bottle (plastic)
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack. Please make sure they are empty and clean.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Plastic Bottles container.
    image of the sign for Plastic Bottles containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Cling film
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Clinical waste
    Not Accepted

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Please contact the NHS for advice on disposal.

  • Clothes
    HWRC

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Textiles container.
    image of the sign for Textiles containers

    Please tie shoes together to keep in pairs.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Textile recycling points

    You can find your nearest recycling point on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Coat hangers - Metal
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin. Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Scrap Metal container.
    image of the sign for Scrap Metal containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Coat Hangers - plastic
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Coffee cups (disposable)
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Coffee grounds
    Food Caddy

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in a food-caddy if your area has a food recycling collection. Check the collection schedule for your postcode to see if you get a food collection.

    Processed into compost

    Non-Recyclable

    You can put this item in your non-recyclable bin however it will not be recycled. It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility that creates land restoration material

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Compost at home Remove any non-food items so that it can be composted https://wastelesszerowastescotlandorguk/articles/easy-guide-to-composting-home

  • Coffee machine pods
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility that creates land restoration material

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Some may be recyclable via the manufacturer.

  • Computers
    HWRC

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Electrical container.
    image of the sign for Electrical containers

    Please ensure all data is wiped.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Cooked food
    Food Caddy

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in a food-caddy if your area has a food recycling collection. Check the collection schedule for your postcode to see if you get a food collection.

    Processed into compost

    Non-Recyclable

    You can put this item in your non-recyclable bin however it will not be recycled. It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility that creates land restoration material

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Compost at home Remove any non-food items so that it can be composted https://wastelesszerowastescotlandorguk/articles/easy-guide-to-composting-home

  • Cooking oil
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Cooking Oil container.
    image of the sign for Cooking Oil containers

    Stranraer or Newton Stewart only.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Cosmetic bottles (glass)
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Glass container.
    image of the sign for Glass containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Glass recycling points (make sure they are empty and clean)

    You can find your nearest recycling point on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Cosmetic bottles (plastic)
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack. Please make sure they are empty and clean.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Plastic Bottles container.
    image of the sign for Plastic Bottles containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Crisp bags
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Recycle through a TerraCycle collection point: https://www.terracycle.com/en-GB/brigades/crisppacket. Some supermarkets may have a collection point instore.

  • Crisp tubes
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Recycle through a TerraCycle collection point: https://www.terracycle.com/en-GB/brigades/crisppacket

  • Dead flowers or plants
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Garden waste container.
    image of the sign for Garden waste containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Home composting

  • Deodorant can
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack. Please make sure they are empty.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Tins and Cans container.
    image of the sign for Tins and Cans containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Detergent bottles
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Garden waste container.
    image of the sign for Garden waste containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Dog waste
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Drainage pipes
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Large or Bulky Residual Waste container.
    image of the sign for Large or Bulky Residual Waste containers

    Sent for sorting and processing

    This will be sent for further sorting with a percentage going to landfill.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Drinking glasses
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and Extracts glass and stone for further processing into aggregates

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Drinks cans
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack. Please make sure they are empty, clean and if possible, squashed.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Tins and Cans container.
    image of the sign for Tins and Cans containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Drinks carton
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Duvets
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin. Cannot be accepted in textile banks.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Large or Bulky Residual Waste container.
    image of the sign for Large or Bulky Residual Waste containers

    Sent for sorting and processing

    This will be sent for further sorting with a percentage going to landfill.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • DVDs
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Egg boxes
    Blue Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your blue lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Paper and Cardboard container.
    image of the sign for Paper and Cardboard containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Egg shells
    Food Caddy

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in a food-caddy if your area has a food recycling collection. Check the collection schedule for your postcode to see if you get a food collection.

    Processed into compost

    Non-Recyclable

    You can put this item in your non-recyclable bin however it will not be recycled. It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and sent for reprocessing and recycling

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Electricals
    HWRC

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Electrical container.
    image of the sign for Electrical containers

    Please ensure all data is wiped.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Energy saving light bulbs
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Fluorescent Tube container.
    image of the sign for Fluorescent Tube containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Envelopes (including windows)
    Blue Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your blue lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Paper and Cardboard container.
    image of the sign for Paper and Cardboard containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Face wipes
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Fibreglass
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Fireworks
    Not Accepted

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Contact commercial waste management firm.

  • Fish and chip boxes
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin. The grease from the food makes these materials non-recyclable

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Fish bones
    Food Caddy

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in a food-caddy if your area has a food recycling collection. Check the collection schedule for your postcode to see if you get a food collection.

    Processed into compost

    Non-Recyclable

    You can put this item in your non-recyclable bin however it will not be recycled. It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery. Remove any non-food items so that it can be processed into compost.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility that creates land restoration material

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Compost at home Remove any non-food items so that it can be composted https://wastelesszerowastescotlandorguk/articles/easy-guide-to-composting-home

  • Flares
    Not Accepted

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Please contact your local coastguard for advice on disposal of flares.

  • Fluorescent tubes
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Fluorescent Tube container.
    image of the sign for Fluorescent Tube containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Food bags (poly)
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility that creates land restoration material

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Check with your local supermarket for polythene bag recycling containers

  • Food tins
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Tins and Cans container.
    image of the sign for Tins and Cans containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Food trays (plastic, not polystyrene)
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Food trays (polystyrene)
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Food waste
    Food Caddy

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in a food-caddy if your area has a food recycling collection. Check the collection schedule for your postcode to see if you get a food collection.

    Processed into compost

    Non-Recyclable

    You can put this item in your non-recyclable bin however it will not be recycled. It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Compost at home Remove any non-food items so that it can be composted https://wastelesszerowastescotlandorguk/articles/easy-guide-to-composting-home

  • Fridges and freezers
    HWRC

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Electrical container.
    image of the sign for Electrical containers

    Please ensure all data is wiped.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Bulky Uplift Phone 030 33 33 3000 to book

  • Fruit peelings
    Food Caddy

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in a food-caddy if your area has a food recycling collection. Check the collection schedule for your postcode to see if you get a food collection.

    Processed into compost

    Non-Recyclable

    You can put this item in your non-recyclable bin however it will not be recycled. It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery. Remove any non-food items (stickers)

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Consider home composting your fruit scraps and vegetable peelings, tea leaves/bags, coffee grounds and eggshells. Remove any non-food items (stickers)

  • Furniture
    HWRC

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Large or Bulky Residual Waste container.
    image of the sign for Large or Bulky Residual Waste containers

    Sent for sorting and processing

    This will be sent for further sorting with a percentage going to landfill.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Bulky Uplift Phone 030 33 33 3000 to book

  • Furniture polish can
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Tins and Cans container.
    image of the sign for Tins and Cans containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Garden waste (organic)
    Unknown

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Garden waste container.
    image of the sign for Garden waste containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Can be collected at kerbside by signing up to the Garden Waste Collection Service, or compost at home if possible. Remove contaminants including plastic sacks, stones, plant pots and fencing material.

  • Gas cylinders
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Gas Bottles container.
    image of the sign for Gas Bottles containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Glass (bottles and jars)
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Glass container.
    image of the sign for Glass containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    You can recycle glass bottles and jars at a local Recycling Point. No need to separate colours, just rinse, remove tops and pop them in the bin.

    You can find your nearest recycling point on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Recycling Points

  • Glass panes
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Large or Bulky Residual Waste container.
    image of the sign for Large or Bulky Residual Waste containers

    Sent for sorting and processing

    This will be sent for further sorting with a percentage going to landfill.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Greeting cards (containing glitter)
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Greeting cards (without glitter)
    Blue Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your blue lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Paper and Cardboard container.
    image of the sign for Paper and Cardboard containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Grey bags
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility that creates land restoration material

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Grey plastic trays          
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack. Please make sure they are empty, clean and if possible, squashed.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Hairspray (aerosol)
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Tins and Cans container.
    image of the sign for Tins and Cans containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Hand wash bottle
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Plastic Bottles container.
    image of the sign for Plastic Bottles containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Hardback books
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Hardcore
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Soil and Rubble container.
    image of the sign for Soil and Rubble containers

    Please remove wood, metal, wires, glass and plastics.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Hazardous chemicals
    Not Accepted

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Contact waste management organisations to arrange disposal.

  • Helium gas bottles and cylinders
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    Please check at the HWRC for special instructions regarding asbestos, car or lead-acid batteries, tyres, gas cylinders or other pressurised containers.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Inhalers
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Local pharmacies can recycle inhalers

  • Ink cartridges
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Can be returned to the manufacturer or supplier

  • Jam jar lids
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Glass container.
    image of the sign for Glass containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    You can recycle glass bottles and jars at a local Recycling Point. No need to separate colours, just rinse, remove tops and pop them in the bin.

    You can find your nearest recycling point on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Japanese knotweed
    Not Accepted

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Contact a specialist waste management contractor for this specific plant disposal.

  • Jewellery
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Jiffy bags
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Junk mail
    Blue Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your blue lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Paper and Cardboard container.
    image of the sign for Paper and Cardboard containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Kitchen paper towels
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Knives
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin. Please wrap items thoroughly if disposing of in your non-recyclables bin

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Scrap Metal container.
    image of the sign for Scrap Metal containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Laminated paper
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Large tubes
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Large or Bulky Residual Waste container.
    image of the sign for Large or Bulky Residual Waste containers

    Sent for sorting and processing

    This will be sent for further sorting with a percentage going to landfill.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Laundry basket
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Large or Bulky Residual Waste container.
    image of the sign for Large or Bulky Residual Waste containers

    Sent for sorting and processing

    This will be sent for further sorting with a percentage going to landfill.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Lead acid batteries
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    Please check at the HWRC for special instructions regarding asbestos, car or lead-acid batteries, tyres, gas cylinders or other pressurised containers.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Leaves
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Garden waste container.
    image of the sign for Garden waste containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Home composting

  • Light bulbs (energy saving)
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Fluorescent Tube container.
    image of the sign for Fluorescent Tube containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Light bulbs (filament) 
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Magazines
    Blue Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your blue lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Paper and Cardboard container.
    image of the sign for Paper and Cardboard containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Meat bones
    Food Caddy

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in a food-caddy if your area has a food recycling collection. Check the collection schedule for your postcode to see if you get a food collection.

    Processed into compost

    Non-Recyclable

    You can put this item in your non-recyclable bin however it will not be recycled. It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Meat trays (metal)
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Scrap Metal container.
    image of the sign for Scrap Metal containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Medicines
    Not Accepted

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Return to your local pharmacy.

  • Metallic wrapping paper
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin. Consider buying non-metallic wrapping paper in future.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility that creates land restoration material

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Metals
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Scrap Metal container.
    image of the sign for Scrap Metal containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Milk bottles (plastic)
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Plastic Bottles container.
    image of the sign for Plastic Bottles containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Mobile phones
    HWRC

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Electrical container.
    image of the sign for Electrical containers

    Please ensure all data is wiped.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Nappies (disposable)
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Needles
    Not Accepted

    We do not accept this type of waste

    NHS accepts needles and your prescribing pharmacist should supply a sharp safe Bin or needle exchange.

  • Newspapers
    Blue Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your blue lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Paper and Cardboard container.
    image of the sign for Paper and Cardboard containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Oil containers (plastic)
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Plastic Bottles container.
    image of the sign for Plastic Bottles containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Ointment creams or medicine tubes (metal/plastic)
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Out of date food
    Food Caddy

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in a food-caddy if your area has a food recycling collection. Check the collection schedule for your postcode to see if you get a food collection.

    Processed into compost

    Non-Recyclable

    You can put this item in your non-recyclable bin however it will not be recycled. It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Consider home composting your fruit scraps and vegetable peelings, tea leaves/bags, coffee grounds and eggshells.

  • Padded envelopes
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Paint / Paint tins
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin. Pots must be empty or any remaining paint dried out before depositing. To dry water-based paint, leave the lid off so the paint goes hard. For oil-based paint, mix with sawdust or cat litter first, then leave to dry before disposal.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Large or Bulky Residual Waste container.
    image of the sign for Large or Bulky Residual Waste containers

    Sent for sorting and processing

    This will be sent for further sorting with a percentage going to landfill.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Painted paper or card
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Pans
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Scrap Metal container.
    image of the sign for Scrap Metal containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Paper
    Blue Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your blue lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Paper and Cardboard container.
    image of the sign for Paper and Cardboard containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Paper napkins
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Paperback books
    Blue Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your blue lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Paper and Cardboard container.
    image of the sign for Paper and Cardboard containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

  • Pesticides
    Not Accepted

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Follow manufacturer instructions.

  • Pet food
    Food Caddy

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in a food-caddy if your area has a food recycling collection. Check the collection schedule for your postcode to see if you get a food collection.

    Processed into compost

    Non-Recyclable

    You can put this item in your non-recyclable bin however it will not be recycled. It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery. If you do not have a food waste collection, use your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Pet food pouches
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Phone books
    Blue Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your blue lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Paper and Cardboard container.
    image of the sign for Paper and Cardboard containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Photos
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Pill and Tablet blister packs
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Pill and Tablet bottles (plastic)
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Plastic Bottles container.
    image of the sign for Plastic Bottles containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Pillows
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin. Cannot be accepted in textile banks

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Pills and Tablets
    Not Accepted

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Return to your pharmacy.

  • Pizza boxes
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin. The grease from the food makes these materials non-recyclable (clean cardboard can be placed in your blue-lidded bin).

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Plant pots (ceramic)
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Soil and Rubble container.
    image of the sign for Soil and Rubble containers

    Please remove wood, metal, wires, glass and plastics.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Plant pots (plastic)
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Plasterboard
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Large or Bulky Residual Waste container.
    image of the sign for Large or Bulky Residual Waste containers

    Sent for sorting and processing

    This will be sent for further sorting with a percentage going to landfill.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Plastic bottle caps or lids
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Plastic bottles
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Plastic carrier bags
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Check with your supermarket if they accept them

  • Plastic cups (disposable)
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Plastic netting
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Plastic straws
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Plastic trays
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Large or Bulky Residual Waste container.
    image of the sign for Large or Bulky Residual Waste containers

    Sent for sorting and processing

    This will be sent for further sorting with a percentage going to landfill.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Plastic tubes
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Plastic tubs
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Large or Bulky Residual Waste container.
    image of the sign for Large or Bulky Residual Waste containers

    Sent for sorting and processing

    This will be sent for further sorting with a percentage going to landfill.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Plastic wrapping or film
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Polystyrene
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Polystyrene expanded (EPS)
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Pressurised containers (includes gas bottles such as LPG and camping gas, fire extinguishers only)
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    Please check at the HWRC for special instructions regarding asbestos, car or lead-acid batteries, tyres, gas cylinders or other pressurised containers.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Pyrex glass
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Rags (clean)
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Textiles container.
    image of the sign for Textiles containers

    Please tie shoes together to keep in pairs.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Textile recycling points

    You can find your nearest recycling point on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Ragwort
    Not Accepted

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Contact a specialist waste management contractor for this specific plant disposal.

  • Receipts
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Rechargeable batteries
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Household Batteries container.
    image of the sign for Household Batteries containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Recyclable material that is contaminated
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Rubble
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Soil and Rubble container.
    image of the sign for Soil and Rubble containers

    Please remove wood, metal, wires, glass and plastics.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Sandwich packets
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Sanitary products
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Sauce bottles (glass)
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Glass container.
    image of the sign for Glass containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Glass recycling points

    You can find your nearest recycling point on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Recycling Points

  • Sauce bottles (plastic)
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Plastic Bottles container.
    image of the sign for Plastic Bottles containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Scrap metal
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Scrap Metal container.
    image of the sign for Scrap Metal containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Shampoo bottles
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Plastic Bottles container.
    image of the sign for Plastic Bottles containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Sheet glass
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin. Cannot currently be recycled through our services

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Large or Bulky Residual Waste container.
    image of the sign for Large or Bulky Residual Waste containers

    Sent for sorting and processing

    This will be sent for further sorting with a percentage going to landfill.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Shoes
    HWRC

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Textiles container.
    image of the sign for Textiles containers

    Please tie shoes together to keep in pairs.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Textile recycling points

    You can find your nearest recycling point on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Shredded paper
    Blue Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your blue lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Small electrical appliances
    HWRC

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Electrical container.
    image of the sign for Electrical containers

    Please ensure all data is wiped.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Smoke alarms
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Electrical container.
    image of the sign for Electrical containers

    Please ensure all data is wiped.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Soft plastic tubes (such as toothpaste)
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Soil
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Soil and Rubble container.
    image of the sign for Soil and Rubble containers

    Please remove wood, metal, wires, glass and plastics.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Spectacles
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Return to prescribing optician

  • Stone
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Soil and Rubble container.
    image of the sign for Soil and Rubble containers

    Please remove wood, metal, wires, glass and plastics.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Straws (plastic /paper)
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin. Cannot currently be recycled through our services

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Sweet packets (plastic)
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin. Cannot currently be recycled through our services

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Alternatively recycle at a TerraCycle collection point: https://www.terracycle.com/en-GB/brigades/confectionery

  • Sweet tin (metal)
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Sweet tin (plastic)
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Plastic Bottles container.
    image of the sign for Plastic Bottles containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Syringes
    Not Accepted

    We do not accept this type of waste

    NHS accepts them and your prescriBing pharmacist should supply a sharp safe Bin or needle exchange.

  • Tea bags
    Food Caddy

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in a food-caddy if your area has a food recycling collection. Check the collection schedule for your postcode to see if you get a food collection.

    Processed into compost

    Non-Recyclable

    You can put this item in your non-recyclable bin however it will not be recycled. It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility that creates land restoration material

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Rip the teabag and add the tea grounds to your home composting. The ripped bag should be placed into the non-recyclable waste bin.

  • Textiles
    HWRC

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Textiles container.
    image of the sign for Textiles containers

    Please tie shoes together to keep in pairs.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Textile recycling points

    You can find your nearest recycling point on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Tin foil
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Tissues
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Toilet roll tubes
    Blue Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your blue lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Paper and Cardboard container.
    image of the sign for Paper and Cardboard containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Toner
    Not Accepted

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Can be returned to the manufacturer or supplier.

  • Toothbrushes
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Alternatively recycle at a TerraCycle collection point: https://www.terracycle.com/en-GB/brigades/colgate-uk

  • Toothpaste tubes
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility that creates land restoration material

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Toys
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Turf
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Soil and Rubble container.
    image of the sign for Soil and Rubble containers

    Please remove wood, metal, wires, glass and plastics.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Tyres
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    Please check at the HWRC for special instructions regarding asbestos, car or lead-acid batteries, tyres, gas cylinders or other pressurised containers.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Uncooked food
    Food Caddy

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in a food-caddy if your area has a food recycling collection. Check the collection schedule for your postcode to see if you get a food collection.

    Processed into compost

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Underlay
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Large or Bulky Residual Waste container.
    image of the sign for Large or Bulky Residual Waste containers

    Sent for sorting and processing

    This will be sent for further sorting with a percentage going to landfill.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Vapes/E-Cigarettes
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Vapes/E-Cigarettes container.
    image of the sign for Vapes/E-Cigarettes containers

    Vapes and E-Cigarettes can be recycled by placing in the labelled container

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Retailers may have containers for these items.

  • Vegetable oil
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Cooking Oil container.
    image of the sign for Cooking Oil containers

    Stranraer or Newton Stewart only.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Vegetable peelings
    Food Caddy

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in a food-caddy if your area has a food recycling collection. Check the collection schedule for your postcode to see if you get a food collection.

    Processed into compost

    Non-Recyclable

    You can put this item in your non-recyclable bin however it will not be recycled. It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery. If no food waste collections

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Uncooked peelings can be home composted

  • Vegetables
    Food Caddy

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in a food-caddy if your area has a food recycling collection. Check the collection schedule for your postcode to see if you get a food collection.

    Processed into compost

    Non-Recyclable

    You can put this item in your non-recyclable bin however it will not be recycled. It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery. If no food waste collections

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Uncooked peelings can be home composted

  • Video cases
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Video tapes
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Vinyl flooring
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Large or Bulky Residual Waste container.
    image of the sign for Large or Bulky Residual Waste containers

    Sent for sorting and processing

    This will be sent for further sorting with a percentage going to landfill.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Wallpaper
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Water filters
    Not Accepted

    We do not accept this type of waste

    Can be returned to manufacturer to be recycled.

  • Weeds
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility that creates land restoration material

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Soil and Rubble container.
    image of the sign for Soil and Rubble containers

    Please remove wood, metal, wires, glass and plastics.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Wet wipes
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • White Bin bags
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin.

    This waste will be separated at the EcoDeco plant and then sent to a facility for energy recovery

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

    Check if your supermarket has a plastic bag recycling collection.

  • Windowpanes
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Large or Bulky Residual Waste container.
    image of the sign for Large or Bulky Residual Waste containers

    Sent for sorting and processing

    This will be sent for further sorting with a percentage going to landfill.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Wood
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Wood and Timber container.
    image of the sign for Wood and Timber containers

    Please remove felt or plastics.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Wooden flooring
    HWRC

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Wood and Timber container.
    image of the sign for Wood and Timber containers

    Please remove felt or plastics.

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Wool
    HWRC

    Charity shop

    If the item is in good condition there may be charity shops in your area that would be happy to take it.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    We do not collect this type of waste as part of the household waste collection service but you can take it to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Wrapping paper
    Blue Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your blue lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Paper and Cardboard container.
    image of the sign for Paper and Cardboard containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Wrapping paper (with plastic content)
    Non-recyclable Bin

    Non-Recyclable

    This item goes in your non-recyclable bin. Scrunch the paper; if it unfurls it probably contains plastics. Foil and glitter wrapping paper contain microplastics and can’t be recycled.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Small Non–Recyclable Waste container.
    image of the sign for Small Non–Recyclable Waste containers

    Waste in this container will not be recycled.

    It will be processed at the EcoDeco plant, then sent to a facility for energy recovery.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Yellow Pages
    Blue Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your blue lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Paper and Cardboard container.
    image of the sign for Paper and Cardboard containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

  • Yoghurt pots
    Red Lidded Bin

    This can be recycled

    You can put this item in your red lidded bin or sack.

    This will be sent for reprocessing and recycling.

    Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC)

    You can take this waste to a Household Waste Recycling Centre.

    This waste goes in the Plastic Bottles container.
    image of the sign for Plastic Bottles containers

    This will be sent direct to a reprocessing facility.

    You can find your nearest HWRC on our Find My Nearest tool.

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