Bin Collections, Recycling and Tip opening hours – Reminder

Bin collections over Christmas

With Christmas less than a week away, don’t forget to check when your bins will be emptied. Here’s a handy reminder:

You can also check your bin collection day online at any time by using our online bin collection day finder. You can also download your collection calendar for the next year.

Can I recycle wrapping paper?

Did you know, not all types of wrapping paper are recyclable? It’s easy to test with the scrunch test –  scrunch up the paper and if it doesn’t spring back it can be recycled. Watch Santa show you how it’s done.

Remember to remove any sticky tape, bows and ribbons before recycling wrapping paper.

Foil based papers will spring straight back, so place these into the black bin along with glittery paper.

Household Waste Recycling Centre – festive opening times

The Household Waste Recycling Centre on Barkers Lane has revised opening times over the festive season.

Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve: 9am to 5pm
Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day: closed
All other days: open 9am to 5pm. Last entry to site is 4.50pm.

A permit to visit the site may be required if you are arriving in a van, with a trailer or disposing of DIY waste. Check to see if you need a permit online at www.bedford.gov.uk/hwrc and to request a permit.