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Find out about waste permits, recycling and where to take rubbish. Rubbish bin collections are covered by your district council.

Waste site updates

Service update: All waste sites are very busy this week and are experiencing queues, and some waste types may not be accepted on your visit as a result. You may wish to choose to visit at a later date. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

  • Hardcore currently cannot be accepted at Lount
  • Plasterboard currently cannot be accepted at Lount and Loughborough
  • Fridge freezers currently cannot be accepted at Bottesford, Lutterworth and Lount
  • Large domestic appliances currently cannot be accepted at BottesfordOadby and Lount
  • Gas bottles and Televisions currently cannot be accepted at Bottesford
  • Wood currently cannot be accepted at Melton and Lount
  • Waste upholstered domestic seating currently cannot be accepted at Melton
  • Scrap Metal (ferrous) currently cannot be accepted at Market Harborough

ReHome Zone and reusable items | MedEquip scheme | Environment Matters | Opening days

A full list of recycling and household waste sites (tips) for Leicestershire residents only. Check opening days and times for each site.

Find out if you will need a waste permit and apply for one online.

Frequently asked questions about waste sites and waste permits.

There is a charge to dispose of some types of non-household waste at all Recycling and Household Waste Sites in Leicestershire

It is important that you read this information and familiarise yourself with our conditions of use and site rules.

Take responsibility for your household waste and make sure that the right things go in the right bins.

Find out how to dispose of trade waste and what your legal responsibilities are.

It is always the responsibility of the landowner to clear up fly-tipping on their own land

Minerals and Waste sites in Leicestershire

Your local district or borough council is responsible for your bin and household waste recycling collections.

Dive into the world of composting. Join us for workshops to learn how to get started with this eco-friendly practice.

News

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The Bottesford site will close for four weeks from Monday 16 February, while the site in Lutterworth will be closed for five weeks from Monday 23 February

Please check opening hours before heading out