Household bins and recycling

Read about what types of collections we offer, how often we collect and when to put your bin out.

We will be introducing weekly food waste collections for houses and flats in Bedford Borough from Monday 30 March 2026.

Find out what kind of waste should go into the orange, green and black bin – as well as how to recycle your batteries.

Use our handy tool to search for when your bin collection day is and when to put your bin out.

If your bin has not been collected then you can check if you are eligible to report a missed bin collection.

Find out what to do if your bin is damaged or missing. Request a replacement bin online.

Find out how to arrange disposal of large domestic items that cannot be reused or recycled.

You may be eligible to request help to move your bins to the roadside if you have a disability or medical condition.

Top tips for reducing waste and maximising recycling, and if you still need more capacity, you can request it online.

If you are planning on developing new residential housing, find out what waste and recycling facilities you need to provide.

Reducing the amount of rubbish we produce is important for our environment. You can learn how to reduce and reuse some of your household waste.

Householders have a duty of care to take all reasonable measures to ensure that waste is disposed of properly and isn’t fly-tipped.