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Get started with recycling


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In Cornwall we ask you to sort your recycling into the different coloured bags and box. But if sorting your recycling is putting you off, don't worry. You can start by recycling just one thing.

It's less overwhelming and you're more likely to stick with recycling and make it a habit.Why we ask you to sort your recycling

Find out what happens to your recycling after we collect it

Step 1: Choose just one bag, box or item

If you are not sure what goes in each bag and box you can find out more on the page below.

Find out what goes in each container

Step 2: Order your recycling bags or box

Tell us your address and which bag(s) or box you want and our crews will deliver to you, usually within eight calendar days.

Order recycling bags and boxes

Step 3: Check your next recycling collection day

  1. Enter your address on the 'My Area' section of our website to see your next recycling collection day.
  2. Check your next recycling collection day
  3. Put your bag(s) or box out where you usually put your rubbish.  For most people, that's at your property's boundary nearest the road, and we'll collect your recycling and send it for reprocessing

Check your next recycling collection day

Need help?

Most issues can be resolved online, it's the quickest and most convenient way to get help.

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