Waste: Black bin
Your black bin should be used for non-recyclable household waste
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 public highway where the collection vehicle stops, such as the end of a path or driveway where it joins the public highway. This could be the pavement or road. Collections are from:
- 6:30am, September to April
- 6am, May to August
If you think your bin has been missed, you should contact the Waste team within 48 hours of your planned collection date.
To find out your collection day, please go to:
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.