Waste A to Z
Find out what goes in which bin
You can print a copy of our what goes in which bin (PDF) poster - but to find information online, please use our accessible search function below. Please note, this poster is for printing purposes only and is therefore not accessible.
If the item you are looking for is not listed, please contact us at waste@eastcambs.gov.uk. We will advise you of the best method of disposal and add it to the online search.
Aerosol cans
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Air, home and laundry care packaging
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Aluminium tube like tomato puree
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Armchair
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Asbestos
Ash (coal)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Ash (wood)
Wood ash can be used on your garden by adding directly to the soil around plants.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
Allow to completely cool and then bag it in a paper bag and put in your green bin. It must be bagged or it will blow out when the bin is emptied, and can be a hazard for our bin collectors.
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Baby food pouches
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Babybel cheese packaging
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Bamboo or wood BBQ skewers
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Bathroom ceramics
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Batteries
Bed linens
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Beds and mattresses
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Bicycle
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Bicycle tyres
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Biscuit, cracker and cake wrappers
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Black bags
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Black plastic food trays
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Blankets
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
BlenderIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Blister packs / pill packets
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
BooksIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Bottle tops and plastic lids
After rinsing and (where applicable) squashing your bottles and jars, please replace the lids on them before putting in the blue lidded bin. This helps the small lids to find their way through the various conveyors in the sorting process, and they can be separated from the containers later on.
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Bras
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Bread and pastry
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Brick-a-BracIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
BricksIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Broken drinking glass
Please wrap it in bubble wrap, plastic bags or paper for safety.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Bubble wrap
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
BucketsIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Building rubble, soil and bricksIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Bulky items
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Butter wrapper
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Cakes and pastries
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Cameras
Candles
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Car or motorcycle battery
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Car parts
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Cardboard
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
Small amount of cardboard can be added to green bin to stop food and garden waste sticking to the bottom and side of the bin. Please make sure there are no tape or stickers left on cardboard.
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Cardboard egg boxes
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Carpet
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Cartons including Tetra Pak
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Cat litter
Please double bag cat litter and make sure bags are not too heavy by mixing with lighter waste.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Catalogues and directories
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Ceramics, crockery and chineIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Please wrap it in bubble wrap, plastic bags or paper for safety.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Cereal boxes
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Cereal packet plastic inner liner
Please check your local supermarket, as some supermarkets have collection points for these.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Chairs
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Chemicals - white spirit, wood stain, paint, turpentine and garden chemicals
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Chest of drawers
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Chewing gum
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Chocolate and confectionery wrappers
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Christmas crackers
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Christmas decorations
Christmas trees (fake, plastic)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Christmas trees (real)
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Cut up and put pieces in the bin with the lid fully closed. In January, we collect real Christmas trees that are cut into pieces that are not higher or wider than the bin. Check you bin collection dates for the exact dates we collect in your area.
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Cigarette butts
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Cigarette packet
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Cleaning spray bottles
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Cling film
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Clothing
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Coat hangersIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Coffee filters
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Coffee grounds
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Coffee pods / capsules like Nespresso and Tassimo
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Coins
Compostable 'plastic' bags, cups, cutlery or packaging
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Computer screen / monitor/ hard drive / CPUIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Contact lenses and packaging
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Cooked food
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Cooker / oven
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Cooking oil
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Cork - plastic
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Cork - real
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Cotton wool pads
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Crisp packets
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Crisp tubes
Crisp tubes can not be recycled in your blue lidded bin, but Pringles tubes can be recycled via Terracycle. Find your nearest collection point for the Pringles Can Recycling Programme. Please note that other brands are not accepted.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Disposable drink cups
Disposable Vapes
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Drink cans
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Duvets and pillows
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Effervescent tablet tubes
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Egg shells
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Electric toysIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Electric whiskIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Electrical itemsIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Empty paint cans
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Envelopes
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Faeces - dog poo and cat poo
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Fairy lightsIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Fat
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Fire extinguisher (household only)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Fish
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Flammable liquids
If you have more than 5 litres of flammable liquids or chemicals, or more than 20 litres of paint to dispose of, please email wmt@cambridgeshire.gov.uk before attending any site.
Please note that paint is only accepted at Witchford, March, Milton, St Neots, Thriplow and Wisbech only.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Flexible plastic tube
These can be recycled for via the Terracycle Personal Care and Beauty Recycling Programme.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Foil
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Food waste
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Fridge / fridge freezer / freezer
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Fruit pits or stones
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Frying pans / saucepansIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Furniture
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Garden strimmerIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Garden waste
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Gas canisters and gas bottlesIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Glass bottles, including medicine bottles
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Glass jars and lids
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Grass cuttings
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Greaseproof paper
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Greeting cards
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Hair straightenersIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
HairdryerIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
HandbagsIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Hard board fruit punnetIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Hearing aids
Hedge trimmerIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Hedge trimmings
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Ice cream tubs
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Inhalers
Inhalers can not be placed in black sacks or recycling bin.
Please take them to your pharmacy so they can de disposed safely.
For more information about inhaler recycling, visit Recycle Now website.
Instant porridge sachets
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
IPods or MP3 playersIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
IronIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Ironing board
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Jewellery
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Jiffy envelopesIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Junk mail
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
KettleIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Keyboard - laptopIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Keyboard - musical instrumentIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Kitchen Knives
Please ensure sharp parts are protected and cannot cause injury.
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Kitchen roll
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Small amount of kitchen paper are suitable for composting. Together with your food and garden waste, it will be turned into compost.
You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
LampsIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Large electrical appliances
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Latex or rubber gloves
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Lawn mower
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Leaves
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Leftovers
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Lids
After rinsing and (where applicable) squashing your bottles and jars, please replace the lids on them before putting in the blue lidded bin. This helps the small lids to find their way through the various conveyors in the sorting process, and they can be separated from the containers later on.
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Light bulbs
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Liquid soap dispenser bottle
REDUCE WASTE
You can avoid the need to dispose of liquid soap bottles by using solid bars of soap.
Although plastic bottles are recyclable, the dispenser pump must be removed, as this contains a small metal spring and is not currently recyclable via the blue bin.
The pumps are accepted in the Terracycle Personal Care and Beauty Recycling Programme but should otherwise be placed in the black bin.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Magazine wrapper
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Magazines
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Make-up packaging
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Margarine tub
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Meat and bones cooked
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Meat or fruit tray soaker pad
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Medicine
Metal food tinsIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Microwaves
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Mirror glass
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Mirror glass can not be recycled with container glass (bottles and jars). Small amounts can be put in your black sack. Please make sure you wrap it in bubble wrap, film or paper for safety.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Mobile phones
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Mops
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Motor / engine oil
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Musical instruments
Nail varnish bottles
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Nappies - disposable
Disposable nappies cannot be recycled. Consider re-usable nappies - modern styles are easy to use and wash.
Find out more about a discount offer available for residents in East Cambridgeshire.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Newspapers
Newspaper can be used for wrapping food waste to go in your green lidded bin, and for lining a kitchen caddy, if you have one.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Nut shells
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Packaging chips - polystyrene
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
PaintIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Paper
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Pens and correction fluid pots
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Perfume bottles
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Pet food pouches
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Photographs
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Pizza box
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Plastic bottles and tops
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Plastic bottles from chemicals
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Plastic carrier bags
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Plastic cutlery
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Plastic dishwasher tablet tub
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Plastic egg boxes
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Plastic food trays and fruit punnets
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Plastic fruit / veg nets
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Plastic instant noodle pots
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Plastic milk bottles
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Plastic plant potsIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Plastic sweetener or Tic Tac box
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Plastic washing-up bowlsIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Polystyrene packaging
Please break larger pieces into smaller ones, so they fit in black bags. Please mix them up with heavier waste.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Polystyrene takeaway food packaging
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Postage stamps
Postcards
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
PPE (personal protective equipment)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Printer cartridges
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
PrintersIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
ProjectorsIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Pull tab / safety seal - like milk bottle or tablet bottle seals
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Pyrex crockeryIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please wrap it in bubble wrap, plastic bags or paper for safety.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
RadiosIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Razors and razor blades
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Real / washable / cloth nappy
Receipts
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Ring bindersIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Rugs, mats and door matsIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Sanitary pads / pantyliners / tampons
REDUCE
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Sat navIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Sawdust / wood shaving / straw pet bedding
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Soiled sawdust or wood shavings from rabbit/guinea pig/hamster/gerbil cages can be put in your green bin. If you have large amounts, please put in a paper bag, as the sawdust can blow out over the bin collectors when tipping the bin.
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Scrap metal
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Shoes
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Shredded paper
Small amounts of shredded paper can be added to your home compost bin.
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Small amounts of shredded paper layered with food waste and garden waste can be also added to your green lidded bin.
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Soil, stones and turf
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Sponge scourer or washing-up brush
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
SuitcaseIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Table
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Tea and coffee packets
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Tea bags and coffee grounds
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Tealight cases
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
TelephoneIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Telephone directory
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Televisions
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
TilesIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Tissue paper
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please make sure that any sellotape has been removed, before putting your tissue paper in the green lidded bin.
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Tissues
- keep your personal waste (including tissues and cloths or wipes used to clean exposed surfaces) in a separate bin bag,
- when the bag is full, tie the top, place the whole bag into another bin bag and tie the top of that,
- store the bag for at least 72 hours before putting for collection.
ToasterIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Toothbrushes / toothbrush heads
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Toothpaste pump
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Toothpaste tube (soft squeezy tube)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
TorchIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Towels - cloth
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Dirty, oily or wet towels can not be re-used or recycled.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
ToysIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Treated wood / timber / plywoodIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Trigger spray
Leave triggers on your empty spray bottles and put them in your blue lidded bin, these can be recycled along with bottle caps.
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Tumble dryer
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Turkey carcass
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Tyres
Untreated woodIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Large branches thicker than a broom handle can be taken to the Household Recycling Centre.
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Vacuum bags
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Vacuum cleaner
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Vegetable and fruit peelings
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Video tapes, cassettes, CDs and DVDs
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Vinyl records
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Wallpaper
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Wardrobe
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Washing machine
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
WatchesIf you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Water filters
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Weeds
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
Your food and garden waste from green lidded bin is turned into compost. You can put things straight into the green bin. You can wrap food waste in newspaper or put it in a paper bag. Please do not use biodegradable 'plastic' or corn starch bags. These do not break down quickly enough and result in extra processing costs. Your bin could also be refused collection.
More information on how the compost is made, can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
Wipes
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Wool packaging
Wool packaging insulation, such as from meat deliveries, can be put in a home composter. It takes quite a long time to break down.
Composting is a natural process that turns your kitchen and garden waste into a valuable and nutrient-rich food for your garden. For more information about home composting, please visit Recycle Now’s website
Wool insulation (or from jumpers) is not suitable for the green bin. This is partly because these kind of fibres can jam the shredding machinery used before composting, and also that wool can take several months to break down. The process used for green bin material takes 6-8 weeks.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Worn-out clothes
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
If clothes are soiled or wet, please place them in your black sacks.
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Wrapping paper
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put things in the bin loose and not in bags. This helps us process it.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website.
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page.
Wrapping paper - metallic or glittered
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.
X-rays
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website.
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page.