East Lothian bin collection: refuse collection, bin days and missed bins along the East Lothian coast near Edinburgh
East Lothian bin collection is managed by East Lothian Council along the scenic coastline east of Edinburgh. East lothian council bin collection, brown bin collection east lothian and east lothian refuse collection follow a fortnightly alternating schedule. East lothian bin collection covers the commuter towns of Musselburgh and Haddington plus coastal communities and farming villages. East lothian council bins serve approximately 46,000 households. East lothian garden waste collection operates on a seasonal schedule. East lothian bin collection east lothian serves EH postcode areas stretching from the Edinburgh border to Dunbar.
East Lothian bin collection at a glance
| Who collects | East Lothian Council |
| Council type | Unitary (Scotland) |
| Postcodes | EH31-EH42 |
| Find bin day | Council online checker |
| Bins out by | 7am on collection day |
| Report missed bin | Council website online form |
| Area covered | Musselburgh, Haddington, Tranent, North Berwick, Dunbar, Prestonpans and Cockenzie |
Find your East Lothian bin collection day
Enter your postcode on the East Lothian Council website to find your exact east lothian bin collection day. Collection schedules vary by street and area across the EH31-EH42 postcode districts. Bank holiday changes to east lothian bin collection dates are published on the council website before each holiday period.
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Bins and recycling
- Green bin: Non-recyclable household waste collected fortnightly.
- Blue recycling bin: Paper, card, cans, plastic bottles and cartons collected fortnightly.
- Brown food and garden waste bin: Combined food and garden waste collected fortnightly.
- Glass box: Glass bottles and jars collected separately.
How to report a missed East Lothian bin collection
Before you report: Your bin must have been at the kerbside by 7am on collection day with the lid fully closed and correct contents only. The council will not return for incorrectly presented or contaminated bins.
- Confirm your collection was scheduled. Check the council website to confirm a collection was due on your street, including any bank holiday changes.
- Check your bin was correctly presented. Lid closed, at the kerbside by 7am on collection day, correct contents only.
- Report online. Go to East Lothian Council missed bin form and submit your report promptly.
- Leave your bin accessible. The council will arrange a return collection for valid reports within a few working days.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I find my East Lothian bin collection day?
- Check at collectiondates.eastlothian.gov.uk. East lothian bin collection dates vary by street across EH postcodes.
- How do I report a missed East Lothian bin?
- Report at eastlothian.gov.uk. East lothian council bin collection missed reports should include your address and bin type.
- Does East Lothian combine food and garden waste?
- Yes. The brown bin takes both food and garden waste together across all east lothian bin collection areas.
- Does East Lothian bin collection change on bank holidays?
- Yes. East lothian refuse collection dates shift after Scottish bank holidays. Check the council website for revised schedules.
- What area does East Lothian Council cover?
- East lothian council bin collection covers Musselburgh, Haddington, Tranent, North Berwick, Dunbar and surrounding communities.