South Gloucestershire Bin Collection – South Gloucestershire Council

Council Offices, Badminton Rd, Yate, Bristol BS37 5AF

South Gloucestershire Bin Collection

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

🗑️ South Gloucestershire Bin Collection Finder


📅 Collection Frequency

Recycling: Weekly
Food Waste: Weekly
Garden Waste: Fortnightly
Refuse: Three-weekly

♻️ Sorting Rules

General Waste (Black Bin): Items that cannot be recycled (e.g., polystyrene, non-recyclable plastic). Lids must be closed. No side waste.
Recycling (Boxes/Bags): Paper, card, glass, tins, cans, aerosols, foil, and rigid plastics (bottles, tubs, punnets).
Soft Plastics (Blue Bags): Plastic film, food wrappers, crisp packets, and food bags. Must be tied with a double knot.
Food Waste: All cooked and uncooked food, peelings, tea bags, coffee grounds, and egg shells.

📢 Presentation Times & Strict Rules

  • Place bins, boxes, and bags out by 7:00 AM on collection day.
  • Tie blue bags for soft plastics with a double knot.
  • Ensure all bin lids are fully closed.
  • Put your bins, boxes, and bags away as soon as possible after collection.

💬 Frequently Asked Questions

Are collections affected by Bank Holidays?

Collections happen every day of the year including bank holidays, except for Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s Day.

How do I prepare soft plastics?

Please place them in the blue bags and remember to tie them with a double knot before putting them out for collection.

What should I do if my collection is missed?

First, check if your bin was out by 7:00 AM and properly closed. If it was, report it via the South Glos website.

Can I put extra rubbish next to my black bin?

No, the crew does not collect side waste. All rubbish must be contained inside your black bin with the lid fully closed.

Do I need to store bins away after collection?

Yes, you should return your bins, boxes, and bags to your property as soon as possible after they have been emptied.

📱 Service Notifications

For urgent service disruptions or updates, please visit the official South Gloucestershire waste portal.

Visit Council Waste Portal ↗

Contact Details

location

Council Offices, Badminton Rd, Yate, Bristol BS37 5AF

01454 868009

http://www.southglos.gov.uk/

Opening Hours

Monday

9am - 5pm

Tuesday

9am - 5pm

Wednesday

9am - 5pm

Thursday

9am - 5pm

Friday

8.30am - 4.30pm

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

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