How to use your bin

The lid colours will show you what type of waste to put in each bin.

Green lid: your recycling bin, for recyclable items such as paper, card, tins and cans, glass bottles and jars, plastic bottles, pots tubs and trays and milk and juice cartons. Learn more about what can be recycled in your green-lid bin (or refer to our recycling leaflet)

Read our recycling top tips to get the most out of your recycling bin!

Grey lid: your refuse bin, for non-recyclable or compostable waste.

Brown lid: for subscribers to our Garden Waste service, this is for grass and hedge cuttings and plants. Remember, existing comb-style bins will not be swapped. Not subscribed yet? Take advantage of our excellent value for money garden waste service now!