Bin Collections in Darlington
Check your next bin collection
Enter your postcode or address on the Darlington Borough Council website to see your next general waste, recycling and garden waste dates.
Bin and recycling collections in Darlington are run by Darlington Borough Council. Collection days vary by address, so use the council's postcode checker rather than relying on a general area timetable.
Missed bin?
Missed collections should be reported to Darlington Borough Council. Check the council's reporting window and leave the bin out while you report it via the Darlington Borough Council website.
Bank holidays and changed collections
Bank holidays and severe weather can alter collections in Darlington. Check the council website for revised dates rather than assuming the round moves to the following day. When collection changes affect Darlington, we cover them in our local news.
More practical local information in the Darlington local guide.
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Latest bin and recycling updates in Darlington
Colin the caddy helps spread food waste message
Darlington Council has given every nursery free educational packs including Colin the caddy to teach children about food waste recycling, launched in June.
Your waste is doing wonders!
Darlington has recycled 530 tonnes of food waste since June, powering homes and vehicles through anaerobic digestion at Newton Aycliffe facility.