Waste A to Z
Find out what goes in which bin
To find information online, please use our accessible search function below.
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.
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Aerosol%20cans.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/air%2C%20home%2C%20laundry.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![metal puree tube](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/aluminum%20tube%20a-z.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![teal blue wing back armchair](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/armchair.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/asbestos.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/ash%20coal%20.jpg)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/wood%20ash%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
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:
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/baby%20food%20pouches%202.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/babybel%202%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Wood%20skewers.jpg)
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/bathroom%20tiles%202.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/batteries%203.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
Collection points
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/bed%20linen.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Textile recycling points
Duvets and pillows
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/beds%20and%20matreses.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/GettyImages-1333506823.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![a bicycle wheel](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/bike%20tyres%20.jpg)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![biscuit packets](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/biscuit3.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![filled black waste sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black%20bags%20.jpg)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![empty black plastic food tray](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black%20food%20tray%20.jpg)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![folded blanket](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/blanket2_0.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Textile recycling points
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![kitchen blender](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/blender.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![empty tablet blister pack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/pill%20packet%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Terracycle
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![pile of colourful books](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/stack%20of%20books.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![pile of colourful bottle tops](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/bottle%20tops%20a-z.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![pink bra](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/bra%20a-z.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Textile recycling point
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![freshly baked breads and cakes](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/bread%20and%20pastries%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Prevent waste
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![selection of household items](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/bric%20a%20brac.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![building bricks](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/bricks2.jpg)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![smashed glass](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/broken%20glass.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/black-sack.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![roll of new bubble wrap](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/bubble%20wrap.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
Recycle at a supermarket
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![Bucket Bucket](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Bucket.jpg)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![building rubble](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/building%20rubble.jpg)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Specialist disposal
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![large wooden shelving unit](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/bulky%20A-Z%20photo.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![opened packet of butter](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/butter%20wrapper_0.jpg)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![fresh gateaux](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/cakes%20and%20pastries.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Prevent waste
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![black traditional style camera](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/camera.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
![decorative lit candle](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/candle.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![a disconnected car battery](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/car%20battery.jpg)
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![graphic drawing of car engine parts](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/car%20parts%201.jpg)
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![empty cardboard box](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/cardboard%20.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![a four hole egg box with eggs](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Cardboard%20egg%20boxs_0.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![rolls of carpet](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/carpet.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![selection of cartons](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Cartons2.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![cat sniffing a litter box](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/catlitter.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/black-sack.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![stack of catalogues](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/catalogues.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![mugs, cups and saucers](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/ceramic%20crockery.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/black-sack.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![yellow box of breakfast cereal](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/cereal%20boxes_0.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![bags of cereal](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/inner%20plastic%20from%20cereal%20box.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
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:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![wooden kitchen chair](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/chair%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![empty chemical bottle](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/garden%20chemicals_0.jpg)
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![wooden chest of drawers](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/chest%20of%20drawers_0.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![packets of chewing gum](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/chewing%20gum%20_0.jpg)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![opened bar of chocolate](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/chocolate%20wrapper.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![four Christmas crackers in a row](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/christmas%20crackers%202.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Reduce waste
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![blue Christmas tree bauble](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/christmas%20dec%202.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
Green bin or home composting
Black sack
![plastic Christmas tree](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/christmas%20tree%202.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![real fir tree](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/real%20christmas%20tree.jpg)
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![crushed cigarette butt](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/cigarete%20but.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/black-sack.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![generic packet of open cigarettes](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/cigarete%20box%20.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![row of colourful spray bottles](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/cleaning%20supplies%20%28spray%29_0.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![rolls of kitchen cling film](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/cling%20film_0.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![pile of folded clothing](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/cloth.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Textile recycling points
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![black plastic coat hanger](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/coat%20hangers_0.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![coffee filter containing coffee grounds](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/coffee%20filter%202.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Reduce waste
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![coffee grounds](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/coffee%20grounds.jpg)
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![gold coffee pod with coffee spilling out](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/coffee%20pods_0.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Reduce waste
Re-use
Compostable pods
Recycle
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![stack of coins](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/coins%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
- Cancer Research Shops (paper money only)
- Oxfam Shops
- Save the Children Fund
- Sue Ryder
- EACH (East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices)
![disposable cup and bowl](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/compostable%20cups%2C%20cutlery%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Reduce waste
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/black-sack.png)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![graphic of a computer screen](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/computer%20sceens.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![a pair of contact lenses](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/contact%20lenses.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![plate of chops, mash and vegetables](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/cooked%20food.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Prevent waste
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![black and silver household oven](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/cooker%20oven%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![bottle of cooking oil](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/cooking%20oil%20_0.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Never pour fats down the drain
Compost at home or use the green lidded bin
Household waste recycling centre
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Plastic cork Plastic cork](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/vinova_synthetic_wine_closure.jpg)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![wine cork](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/real%20corks_0.jpg)
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![stack of cotton wool pads](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/cotton%20wool%20pads.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Choose re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![crisp packet with crisps falling out](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/crisp%20packet.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![crisp tube lying on its side with crisps spilling out](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/crisp%20tube_0.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Crisp tubes can not be recycled, but Pringles tubes can be recycled via Terracycle. Find your nearest collection point for the Pringles Can Recycling Programme (external link). Please note that other brands are not accepted.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![plain white disposable coffee cup](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/disposable%20cups.jpg)
![Other Other](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Other.png)
![line of disposal vapes in bright colours](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/vape.jpg)
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![blue shiny metal drink can](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/drink%20can.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![white duvet and pillows](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/duvet%20and%20pillows_0.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![empty plastic tubes](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/effervescent%20tablet%20tubes.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![pile of broken egg shells](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/egg%20shells_0.jpg)
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![electronic robot toy](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/electric%20toys2_0.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![red and silver stand mixer](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/electric%20whisk.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![selection of household electrical items, like hoovers, irons and kitchen appliances](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/electrical%20items.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![empty used white paint can](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/empty%20paint%20can%20_0.jpg)
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![pile of white envelopes](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/envelopes1.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![cat and dog sitting together](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/faeces%20dog%20cat.jpg)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![string of colourful fairy lights](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/fairy%20lights.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![cooking fat left in a frying pan](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/fat.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Never pour fats down the drain
Compost at home or use the green lidded bin
Household waste recycling centre
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![four red fire extinguishers grouped together](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/fire%20extinguisher.jpg)
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![small fresh silver fish](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/fish%20on%20ice.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Prevent waste
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![red diamond shaped danger sign](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/flammable%20liquid_0.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you have more than five 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:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![generic plastic tube](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/flexible%20plastic%20tube%202_0.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
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:
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![rolls of kitchen foil](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/foil%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![leftover food and peelings](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/food%20waste....jpg)
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![blue upright fridge freezer](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/fridge%20freezer.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![halved avocado showing stone](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/fruit%20pips%20stones.jpg)
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![cast iron frying pan](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/frying%20pan.jpg)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![three legged wooden side table](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/furniture.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![orange handled garden strimmer](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/garden%20strimmer.jpg)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![green recycling icon with garden twigs and leaves](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/garden%20waste.jpg)
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![red metal gas canister](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/gas%20bottles.jpg)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![selection of different bottles](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/glass%20bottless.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![clean and empty clear glass jar with black lid](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/glass%20jars.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![long grass](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/grass%20cuttings_0.jpg)
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![roll of greaseproof paper](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/greaseproof%20paper.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![selection of greeting cards](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/greetings%20cards.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![pair of hair straightners](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hair%20straightners.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![purple hairdryer](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hair%20dryer.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![bright orange handbag](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/handbags.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![stack of hardboard fruit punnets full of pears](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hard%20board%20fruit%20punnet.jpg)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![standard hearing aid fitting](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hearing%20aid.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Specialist disposal
- Doctors surgeries
- Hospital audiology departments
- Private hearing specialists
- Some charity shops - for example: Help the Aged and Age Concern
![orange handled electrical hedge trimmer](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hedgetrimmer.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![pile of leaves](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hedge%20trimmings.jpg)
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![ice cream tub](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/ice%20cream%20tub.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![blue asthma inhaler](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/inhalers.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
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 the Recycle Now website (external link)
![porridge oats](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/sachet%20of%20porridge%20oats.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Reduce waste
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![an ipod with earbuds](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/ipod.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Iron silver iron with electric cord wrapped around](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/iron.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![ironing board with red cover](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/ironing%20board.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![silver coloured diamond ring](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/jewellery1.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![box of empty padded envelopes](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/jiffy%20envelopes.jpg)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![untidy pile of junk mail](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/junk%20mail.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![stainless steel upright kettle](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/kettle%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![laptop keyboard](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/keyboard%20laptop%20_0.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![musical keyboard](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/keyboard%20music%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![sharp long bladed kitchen knife](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/kitchen%20knife.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/hwrc_0.png)
Please ensure sharp parts are protected and cannot cause injury.
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![white kitchen roll](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/kitchen%20roll.jpg)
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![green angled desk lamp](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/lamp.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![silver upright fridge freezer](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/large%20electrical%20appliance.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![hand wearing a blue latex glove](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/latex%20gloves.jpg)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![green lawnmower](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/lawn%20mower.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![a pile of autumn leaves](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/leaves%201%20.jpg)
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![a dirty plate](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/leftovers%20on%20plate.jpg)
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![selection of jar lids](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/lids.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![one yellow and one clear light bulb](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/lightbulb.jpg)
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Liquid soap dispenser bottle blue liquid soap dispenser bottle](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Hand%20soap.png)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
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:
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![stack of magazines](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/magazine%20in%20plastic.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![pile of magazines](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/magazines_0.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![display of lipsticks](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/make%20up%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![open tub of margerine](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/margarine%20tub%20.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![cooked beef burgers](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/meat%2C%20cooked.jpg)
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![clean soaker pad from an unused meat tray](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/meatpad.jpg)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![rows of medicine bottles and blister packs](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/medicine.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Reduce waste
![empty silver food can](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/metal%20food%20tins.jpg)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![blue microwave oven](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/microwave%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![round gold framed mirror](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Mirror%20%28glass%29%20.jpg)
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/black-sack.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![mobile phone](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/mobile%20phone.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![kitchen floor mop](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/mops%20.jpg)
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![plastic bottle of engine oil](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/motor%20oil%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![a pair of guitars](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/instruments%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
![bottle of red nail varnish](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/nail%20polish%20bottle.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/black-sack.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![stack of new disposable nappies](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/nappies.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Disposable nappies cannot be recycled. Consider re-usable nappies - modern styles are easy to use and wash.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![pile of newspapers](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Newspapers.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
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:
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![shelled peanuts](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/nut%20shells.jpg)
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![open box of packaging chips](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/packaging%20chips%20.jpg)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![open can of red paint](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/paint%20can%20.jpg)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![stack of white office paper](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/paper%20.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![stationary caddy](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/pen%20pot.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Terracycle
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![decorative perfume bottle selection](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/perfume%20bottles.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![pet food pouch](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/pet%20food%20sachet.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![pile of old photos](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/pile%20of%20photographs.jpg)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![cardboard pizza box](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/pizza%20boxes.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Blue%20Bin.png)
It is important that cardboard is clean and dry for recycling, without any food waste left on it. Please tear off any greasy parts and dispose of them, together with food scraps, in the green lidded bin so that they can be recovered through composting and do not contaminate the blue lidded content.
Materials from your blue lidded bin are sorted and turned into new products. Please put waste in loose and not in bags.
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![two clear plastic water bottles](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/plastic%20bottles%20with%20lids%20.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![clear plastic bottle filled with blue liquid](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/plastic%20bottles%20from%20chemicals.jpg)
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![empty used green plastic bag](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/plastic%20carrier%20bags%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Reduce waste
Re-use
Recycle at your supermarket
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![red plastic knife, fork and spoon set](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/plastic%20cutlery%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Reduce waste
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![plastic dishwasher tablet icon](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/dishwasher%20tablet%20box.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![clear plastic one dozen egg box](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/plastic%20egg%20box%20.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![clear plastic punnet full of strawberries](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/plastic%20fruit%20punnet.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![net bag full of oranges](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/plastic%20fruit%20nets.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Reduce waste
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![plain empty noodle pot](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/plastic%20noodle%20pot%20.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![large plastic milk bottle full of milk](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/plastic%20milk%20bottle.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![brown plastic plant pot](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/plastic%20plant%20pots.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/black-sack.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![package of tic tacs with sweets spilling out](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/plastic%20tic%20tac%20box%20_0.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![pale blue washing up bowl](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/plastic%20washing%20up%20bowls.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
If in good condition, donate to a charity shop or pass on via networks such as Freegle (external link) or Gumtree (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![polystyrene packing material](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/polystyrene%20packaging%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/black-sack.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![empty while polystyrene box](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/polystyrene%20food%20packaging%20.jpg)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![postage stamp with franking mark](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/post%20stamps1.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
![stack of postcards](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/postcards.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![disposable face mask](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/ppe.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Choose re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/black-sack.png)
![printer cartridges](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/printer%20cartridges.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
Donate
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![printer icon](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/printers.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![desktop projector machine](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/projectors.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![small container with a foil pull safety seal](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/pull%20tab%20safety%20seal.jpg)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![clear pyrex dishes](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/pyrex%20crockery.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/black-sack.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![old fashioned wooden radio](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/GettyImages-1320685432.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Razor blade Metal razor blade](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/razor-blade.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Reduce
TerraCycle
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![bright yellow real nappy](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/reusable%20nappy%20cloth.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Textile recycling points
![an example supermarket receipt](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/recipts.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/black-sack.png)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![red office ring binder](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/ring%20binders.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![square brown and cream patterned rug](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/rugs%20door%20matts.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![tampons and sanitary towels](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/pads%20tampons.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Reduce
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![sat nav system](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/sat%20nav%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![small pile of straw](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/straw%20pet%20bedding.jpg)
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Green%20Bin.png)
Soiled sawdust or wood shavings from rabbit, guinea pig, hamster and 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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![pile of rusty old car parts](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/scrap%20metal%20_0.jpg)
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![nine pairs of children's shoes arranged in a grid](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/shoes_0.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Textile recycling points
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![pile of colourful shredded paper waste](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/shredded%20paper%201%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Small amounts of shredded paper can be added to your home compost bin. Small amounts layered with food waste and garden waste can be also added to your green lidded bin.
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Blue%20Bin.png)
More information on how your recycling is processed can be found on RECAP’s website (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![roll of fresh turf](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/soil%20stones%2C%20turf.jpg)
![pile of new sponge scourers](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/sponge%20scourer.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Reduce waste
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![two small suitcases, one pink and one orange](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/suitcases.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![small plain rectangular oak table](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/table.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![silver foil coffee packet](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/tea%20and%20coffee%20packets.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![pile of used teabags](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/tea%20bags%20and%20coffee%20grounds.jpg)
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![unused tealight in silver foil case](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/tea%20light%20cases.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![black office telephone](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/telephone.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![icon of the yellow pages](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/telephone%20directory1.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![old fashioned portable television](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/tv.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![stack of kitchen tiles](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/tiles%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![ball of blue crumpled tissue paper](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/tissue%20paper.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![dark pink box of tissues](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/tisues.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
- 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.
![two slice bright yellow toaster](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/toaster%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![red toothbrush with white bristles](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/toothbrush%20_0.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
Terracycle
Reduce waste
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![toothpaste pump in the shape of a tooth](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/tootpastepump.jpg)
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![line of toothpaste tubes](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/toothpaste%20squeezy.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![black safety torch](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/torch%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![stack of bath towels](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/towels.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Textile recycling banks
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/black-sack.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![toy wooden sailing boat](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/toys.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![plank of dark stained wood](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/treated%20wood%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![cartoon of a trigger spray bottle](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/trigger%20spray%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![silver tumble dryer](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/tumble%20dryer.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![raw turkey carcass](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/turkey%20carcass.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![stack of car tyres](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/tyres_1.jpg)
![pile of used car tyres](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/tyres.jpg)
Re-use
Specialist disposal
![pile of split wooden logs](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/untreated%20wood%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/hwrc_0.png)
Large branches thicker than a broom handle can be taken to the Household Recycling Centre.
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![paper vacuum bag](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/vacumm%20bags_0.jpg)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![vacuum cleaner](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/vacum%20cleaner.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![vegetable peelings](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/veg%20peel%20.jpg)
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![compact disc](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/video%20tapes%2C%20cds%2C%20dvds.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![vinyl record](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/vinyls.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![roll of wallpaper](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/wallpaper%201.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![wooden wardrobe with closed doors](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/wardrobe.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![silver washing machine](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/washing%20machine.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use or donate
Bulky collection service
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![silver wristwatch with black strap](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/wrist%20watch%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Donate or re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![water filter jug](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/water%20filter.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Reduce waste
Recycle points
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![dandelion leaves](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/weeds%20garden%201.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Compost at home Compost at home](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
![Green lidded bin Green lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Green%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![baby wipes in a plastic pouch](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/wipes.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Choose re-usables
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![thick sheets of wool packaging material](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/woolpackaging.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Compost%20bin.png)
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 (external link)
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 sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/worn%20out%20clothes.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Reduce waste
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Household recycling centre Household recycling centre](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/hwrc_0.png)
Please check Cambridgeshire County Council’s website (external link) before you visit Witchford Household Recycling Centre.
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/black-sack.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![rolls of colourful wrapping paper](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/wrapping%20paper%20roll.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Blue lidded bin Blue lidded bin](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/Blue%20Bin.png)
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 (external link)
You can check your bin collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![glittery silver wrapped gift](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/wrapping%20paper%20metallic%20.jpg)
![](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/default_images/Other.png)
Re-use
If you cannot do the preferred option please see alternative options below:
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)
![a chest x-ray being held up to the light](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/xray%20.jpg)
![Black sack Black sack](https://www.eastcambs.gov.uk/sites/default/files/images/wasteatoz/black-sack_0.png)
Black sacks go through a mechanical and biological sorting process before going to landfill. Find out more about this process on RECAP's website (external link)
You can check your waste collection dates on our bin collection day page (external link)