Gloucestershire bin collection: refuse collection, bin days and missed bins across Gloucester and the wider county
Gloucestershire bin collection is handled by six district councils across the county. Gloucester waste collection and bin collection gloucester are managed by Gloucester City Council. Waste collection cirencester and rubbish collection cirencester are managed by Cotswold District Council. Gloucestershire county council manages recycling centres but not kerbside bin collection. This guide covers Gloucester city and helps residents across wider Gloucestershire find their correct district council for bin collection. Gloucestershire bin collection schedules vary by district.
Gloucestershire bin collection at a glance
| Who collects | Gloucester City Council |
| Council type | City (within Gloucestershire) |
| Postcodes | GL1, GL2, GL3, GL4, GL5, GL6, GL7 |
| Find bin day | Council online checker |
| Bins out by | 7am on collection day |
| Report missed bin | Council website online form |
| Area covered | Gloucester city centre, Quedgeley and Hardwicke, Hucclecote and Brockworth, Cirencester, Tuffley and Matson, Longlevens and Innsworth |
Find your Gloucestershire bin collection day
Enter your postcode on the Gloucester City Council website to find your exact gloucestershire bin collection day. Collection schedules vary by street and area across the GL1, GL2, GL3, GL4, GL5, GL6, GL7 postcode districts. Bank holiday changes to gloucestershire bin collection dates are published on the council website before each holiday period.
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Bins and recycling
- Grey bin: Non-recyclable household waste collected fortnightly in Gloucester city.
- Green recycling bin: Paper, card, cans, plastic bottles and glass collected fortnightly.
- Food waste caddy: Weekly food waste collection across Gloucester city.
- Brown garden waste bin: Garden waste subscription service for grass, leaves and prunings fortnightly.
How to report a missed Gloucestershire 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 Gloucester City 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 Gloucestershire bin collection day?
- Bin collection in Gloucestershire depends on your district council. For Gloucester city check gloucester.gov.uk. For Cirencester check cotswold.gov.uk. For other areas check your local district council.
- Who manages bin collection in Gloucestershire?
- Six district councils manage bin collection across Gloucestershire: Gloucester City, Cheltenham, Tewkesbury, Stroud, Forest of Dean and Cotswold. Gloucestershire county council manages recycling centres only.
- How do I report a missed bin in Gloucester?
- Report missed bins in Gloucester city at gloucester.gov.uk. Bin collection gloucester missed reports should be made within two working days.
- What is waste collection in Cirencester?
- Waste collection cirencester and rubbish collection cirencester are managed by Cotswold District Council. Check cotswold.gov.uk for your collection schedule.
- Does bin collection calendar 2022 gloucester information still apply?
- No. Bin collection calendar 2022 gloucester dates are outdated. Always check gloucester.gov.uk for current bin collection gloucester schedules.