Waste: Black bin

Your black bin for household waste is emptied once every two weeks.

You will need to put your bin out at the point nearest to the road where the collection vehicle stops, such as the end of a path or driveway.

Collections are from 6am throughout the year.

If you think your bin has been missed, you should contact the Waste team within 48 hours of your planned collection date. 

Report a missed bin

To find out your collection day, please go to: 

When is my bin day?

We will not empty bins containing garden waste or remove any excess rubbish. All bagged waste must be contained within the bin and the lid fully closed.

If you have excess waste for the black bin, check if any of it can be recycled. If you regularly have extra recycling you can buy an additional blue bin.

Buy a new, replacement or additional bin

Small electricals collection

You can leave out any small electrical items on top of your blue or black bin with a plug, battery or cable that fit in a standard carrier bag, for example: 

• kettles and small toasters
• hair dryers and hand blenders
• cables and phones
• vapes and e-cigarettes 

Keeping your bin clean

During the hot summer months, fly eggs can turn into maggots in as little as eight hours and become a pest in and around bins. To prevent this, ensure waste is double wrapped and all bin liners tied securely. Keep your bin clean and spray detergent around the lid.