Carmarthenshire bin collection: bin days, refuse collection and missed bins
Carmarthenshire bin collection is managed by Carmarthenshire County Council across the whole county including Carmarthen, Llanelli, Ammanford, Burry Port, Kidwelly, Llandovery and Newcastle Emlyn. Carmarthen County Council refuse collection operates a blue bag recycling system alongside standard grey bin general waste collection. Carmarthenshire garden waste collection is available as a seasonal service. Find your bin collection day in Carmarthenshire using the council's online postcode checker. Report a missed refuse collection in Carmarthenshire at carmarthenshire.gov.wales.
Carmarthenshire bin collection at a glance
| Who collects | Carmarthenshire County Council |
| Find bin day | Carmarthenshire bin collection day finder at carmarthenshire.gov.wales |
| Collection system | Grey bin (general waste) plus Carmarthenshire blue bags for recycling |
| Bins out by | 7am on collection day |
| Report missed bin | Online at carmarthenshire.gov.wales |
| Garden waste | Carmarthenshire garden waste collection available seasonally |
| Area covered | Carmarthen, Llanelli, Ammanford, Burry Port, Kidwelly and all Carmarthenshire towns and villages |
Find your Carmarthenshire bin collection day
Carmarthenshire bin collection dates vary across the county by street and area. The Carmarthenshire County Council bin collection day finder lets you enter your postcode to confirm your individual collection schedule. Bin collection in Carmarthenshire covers general waste, recycling using blue bags and food waste. Carmarthenshire County Council rubbish collection dates are updated on the council website and should be checked ahead of bank holidays when the schedule may be revised.
Refuse collection in Carmarthenshire and recycling collection use a fortnightly alternating schedule for most properties. Some rural Carmarthenshire areas may have different collection frequencies. Find your bin collection day near Carmarthen, find your bin collection day near Llanelli and find your bin collection day across the rest of Carmarthenshire using the postcode checker at carmarthenshire.gov.wales.
Find your Carmarthenshire bin collection dayCarmarthenshire bin collection by area
Carmarthenshire County Council bin collection covers a large area spanning both urban centres and rural communities. Your specific collection day depends on your postcode and address.
Carmarthenshire County Council bin types and recycling
Carmarthenshire County Council uses a distinctive blue bag recycling system alongside standard grey bins for general waste. Understanding which bags and bins to use on which collection day is important for a successful Carmarthenshire bin collection.
- Grey bin (general waste): Non-recyclable household rubbish collected fortnightly. Part of Carmarthenshire County Council rubbish collection. Lid must be fully closed on collection day.
- Carmarthenshire blue bags (recycling): Paper, card, plastic bottles, tins, cans and glass. Carmarthenshire county council blue bags are the main recycling collection method. Blue bags are collected on a separate fortnightly schedule alternating with general waste.
- Food waste caddy: Cooked and uncooked food waste collected weekly. Use the Carmarthenshire County Council caddy liners and present the caddy at the kerbside on collection day.
- Carmarthenshire garden waste collection: Grass cuttings, leaves and garden prunings collected as a seasonal service. Carmarthenshire green bin collection or garden waste sacks may be used depending on your area. Check carmarthenshire.gov.wales for current garden waste collection details.
How to report a missed bin collection in Carmarthenshire
Before you report: Your bin or bags must have been at the kerbside by 7am on your collection day. If your Carmarthenshire bin collection was missed during a bank holiday period, check the revised schedule at carmarthenshire.gov.wales first. Carmarthenshire County Council will not collect bins that were not presented correctly or contain the wrong waste.
- Confirm your collection was scheduled. Check your Carmarthenshire bin collection day at carmarthenshire.gov.wales. Bank holidays including the Carmarthenshire bin collection bank holiday schedule can shift your collection day.
- Check your bin or bags were correctly presented. Grey bin lid must be closed. Blue bags must be tied and placed at the kerbside. Food caddy must be accessible. Carmarthen county council bins and recycling presented incorrectly will not be collected.
- Report the missed collection online. Visit carmarthenshire.gov.wales and navigate to the missed collection reporting section. Submit your report as soon as possible after your scheduled refuse collection in Carmarthenshire date.
- Leave your bin accessible. Keep your bin and bags at the kerbside. Carmarthenshire County Council will aim to return within a few working days for valid missed collection reports.
Carmarthenshire bin collection: frequently asked questions
- How do I find my bin collection day in Carmarthenshire?
- Use the Carmarthenshire County Council bin collection day finder at carmarthenshire.gov.wales. Enter your full postcode to find your refuse and recycling collection days. You can also find your bin collection day near Carmarthen, near Llanelli and across the county using this tool.
- What are Carmarthenshire blue bags?
- Carmarthenshire county council blue bags are the main kerbside recycling collection method used across Carmarthenshire. They accept paper, card, plastic bottles, tins, cans and glass. Blue bags are collected fortnightly on alternating weeks to the grey bin. Replacement blue bags can be requested through carmarthenshire.gov.wales.
- How do I report a missed bin collection in Carmarthenshire?
- Report a missed Carmarthenshire bin collection online at carmarthenshire.gov.wales. Your bin or blue bags must have been correctly presented at the kerbside by 7am. Carmarthenshire County Council rubbish collection crews will arrange a return visit for valid missed collection reports.
- When is Carmarthenshire bin collection changed for bank holidays?
- Carmarthenshire bin collection bank holiday schedules are published on the Carmarthenshire County Council website. Bank holidays including Christmas, New Year and Easter may shift your collection day. Always check carmarthenshire.gov.wales ahead of any Carmarthenshire bin collection bank holiday period.
- What is Carmarthenshire garden waste collection?
- Carmarthenshire garden waste collection is a seasonal service collecting grass cuttings, leaves, hedge trimmings and garden prunings. Carmarthenshire green bin collection or garden waste sacks may be used depending on your area and whether you have subscribed to the service. Check carmarthenshire.gov.wales for current availability and dates.
- How do I report a missed refuse collection in Carmarthen?
- Refuse collection in Carmarthen is managed by Carmarthenshire County Council. Report a missed bin collection in Carmarthen or anywhere else in Carmarthenshire at carmarthenshire.gov.wales. Use the online missed collection form and include your address, postcode and the type of bin or bag that was not collected.
- How does refuse collection in Carmarthenshire work?
- Refuse collection in Carmarthenshire uses a fortnightly alternating system: grey bin on one fortnight, blue bags recycling on the alternate fortnight, with weekly food waste caddy collection. Carmarthenshire County Council bin collection operates across the whole county from urban centres like Carmarthen and Llanelli to rural villages throughout the area.