Lancaster Bin Collection – Lancaster City Council

Town Hall, Dalton Square, Lancaster LA1 1PJ

Lancaster Bin Collection

Lancaster Bin Collection is owned and operated by Lancaster council. bins are collected on different days depending on where you are located in the Lancaster area. You can easily find your bin collection day by using the link below.

🗑️ Lancaster Bin Collection Finder


📅 Collection Frequency

Refuse (Grey Bin): Fortnightly
Recycling (Green Bin): Fortnightly
Garden Waste: Fortnightly (Subscription)
Food Waste: Not currently provided

♻️ Lancaster Sorting Rules

Grey Bin (Refuse): Non-recyclable household waste. Lids must be fully closed.
Green Bin (Recycling): Paper, card, plastic bottles/tubs, tins, and cans. Keep items clean and loose.
Garden Waste: Grass cuttings, prunings, leaves, and weeds. (Requires paid service permit).

📢 Presentation Times & Strict Rules

  • Place bins out by 7:00 AM on your scheduled collection day.
  • Ensure bin handles face the road and bins are clear of obstructions.
  • Side waste (bags left next to bins) is not collected.
  • Bins must be removed from the kerbside promptly after collection.

💬 Frequently Asked Questions

Are collections affected by Bank Holidays?

Collections generally continue as normal on bank holidays, except for the Christmas and New Year period.

What do I do with glass?

Glass cannot go in the green bin. Please use local glass recycling banks found throughout the district.

How do I subscribe to Garden Waste?

You can sign up and pay for your garden waste collection permit directly through the Lancaster City Council website.

What if my bin is missed?

Please report it online within 24 hours of your scheduled collection day via the council portal.

Can I put electrical items out?

No, electrical items must be taken to a recycling centre or arranged for collection via the bulky waste service.

📱 Service Notifications

For service updates, bulky waste collections, or subscription sign-ups, visit the official Lancaster waste portal.

Visit Council Waste Portal ↗

Contact Details

location

Town Hall, Dalton Square, Lancaster LA1 1PJ

01524 582000

https://www.lancaster.gov.uk/

Opening Hours

Monday

9am - 5pm

Tuesday

9am - 5pm

Wednesday

9am - 5pm

Thursday

9am - 5pm

Friday

9am - 5pm

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

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