Recycling, rubbish and waste

Welcome to the Waste & Recycling Homepage!

Over the last 6 years we have seen recycling rates soar from 14% - 39%.

This is thanks to the efforts of all of the dedicated recyclers in Northampton!

• What can be recycled in each of the boxes?
• Download a Collection Calendar
• Find your nearest Bottle Bank
• Book a Bulky Waste Collection

•  Composting

          Details on subsidised compost bins and how to compost

•  Real Nappies

          Information on washable nappies and how to claim money back

• Reducing & Reusing your Waste

         Information on smart shopping and reducing junk mail

• Tours for Schools and Community Groups

         See how your recycling is sorted at our Recycling Centre for reprocessing

• Love Food Hate Waste

          National campaign with portion sizes and recipes to waste less and save money 

     Latest News

• Doorstepping campaign aims to improve recycling rates. For more information on this countywide campaign visit the doorstepping pages.
• Master Composters Wanted! We are looking for volunteers to help spread the composting message. For more information visit our Master Composter page. 
• Compost Bins now even cheaper! For more information visit our composting pages.

In May 2010 a total of 2712 tonnes was recycled! This is thanks to all who participate in the recycling scheme - Well Done.

Tel: 01604 838281

Fax: 01604 838512

E-mail: recycling@northampton.gov.uk