What can I put in my blue bag

  • Paper/Card - Newspaper/magazines, catalogues, telephone directories, junk mail, writing paper, shredded paper, envelopes, food and drink cartons, cereal boxes, cardboard boxes, toilet roll/kitchen roll tubes, egg boxes, ready meal sleeves
  • Plastic - Plastic bottles, yoghurt pots, margarine tubs, plastic punnets/ready meal trays, plastic coat hangers, plastic film
  • Metals - Food and drink cans, aerosols, jam jar lids, foil

How often are my blue bags collected?

Blue bags are collected every fortnight. You can check your collection date on our website, just put your postcode in the box at the bottom of this page. Once you’ve done that you’ll also be able to download a copy of your recycling/bin collection calendar for your area.

How many blue bags can I put out for collection?

There is no limit on the number of blue bags you can place for collection.

How do I request additional blue bags if I run out?

Where is my nearest blue bag outlet?

We have 12 outlets across the County, you can also pick up blue bags from our mobile libraries. Some outlets are open late evenings and weekends. Full details of their location and opening times are available below.

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