Rutland bin collection: county council refuse and recycling for Oakham and Uppingham
Rutland bin collection is managed by Rutland County Council, England's smallest county. Rutland council bin collection, rutland county council bin collection and bin collection rutland all operate fortnightly. Rutland bin collection days cover Oakham, Uppingham and surrounding villages. Rutland garden waste and rutland recycling handle all household waste across LE15 postcodes.
Rutland bin collection at a glance
| Who collects | Rutland County Council |
| Find bin day | rutland.gov.uk find your bin collection day |
| Report missed bin | rutland.gov.uk/report-it |
| Bins out by | 7am on collection day |
| Rutland garden waste | Subscription service |
| Rutland bin collection | Fortnightly alternating refuse and recycling |
| Area covered | Oakham, Uppingham, Empingham, Cottesmore, Langham (LE15) |
Rutland bin collection areas
Find your Rutland bin collection day
Rutland County Council provides a bin day checker. Rutland bin collection, rutland bin collection days and rutland council bin collection schedules are available.
Find your Rutland bin collection dayBins and recycling in Rutland
- Black bin (general waste): Non-recyclable rubbish fortnightly.
- Blue bin (recycling): Rutland recycling covers paper, card, plastics, tins and cans fortnightly.
- Food waste caddy: Weekly food waste as part of rutland bin collection.
- Rutland garden waste: Rutland garden waste requires a subscription for grass, leaves and trimmings.
Steps to report a missed Rutland bin collection
Before you report: Your bin must have been at the kerbside by 7am with the lid closed.
- Confirm collection was due. Check rutland.gov.uk for your rutland bin collection days.
- Check presentation. Lid closed, kerbside by 7am, correct contents.
- Report online. Go to rutland.gov.uk/report-it.
- Leave bin accessible. The council will arrange a return.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find my Rutland bin collection day?
Use the checker at rutland.gov.uk. Rutland bin collection days are available.
How do I report a missed bin?
Report at rutland.gov.uk/report-it. Bin must have been out by 7am.
How do I get garden waste collection?
Rutland garden waste requires a subscription for grass, leaves and trimmings.
What areas does Rutland cover?
Oakham, Uppingham, Empingham, Cottesmore, Langham, Ryhall and surrounding villages all within LE15.
Is Rutland England's smallest county?
Yes. Rutland county council bin collection serves England's smallest ceremonial county with around 40,000 residents.