Bin Collections in Loughborough

Bin and recycling collections in Loughborough are run by Charnwood Borough Council. Collection days vary street by street, so the reliable way to find yours is the council's own postcode checker — linked below.

Check your collection day

Enter your postcode or address on the Charnwood Borough Council website to see your next general waste, recycling and garden waste dates:

Check bin collection days — Charnwood Borough Council →

Missed bin?

Missed collections should be reported to Charnwood Borough Council, usually within a day or two of your scheduled date — most councils won't return for bins reported later than that. Leave the bin out while you report it via the Charnwood Borough Council website.

Bank holidays and changed collections

Collections in Loughborough often move a day later after bank holidays, and severe weather can delay rounds. The council posts revised dates on its website — and when collection changes affect Loughborough, we cover them in our local news.

Tips and recycling centres

Household waste recycling centres (tips) around Loughborough are run by Leicestershire County Council. Opening times and what you can take: Leicestershire County Council website.

More practical local information in the Loughborough local guide.