Bins, recycling and waste

For some council tenants, waste storage can be a problem. This is particularly the case for people living in communal properties such as blocks of flats

Plastics that you can recycle

How you can recycle more plastic and where you can take it

Assisted, clinical and bulky waste collections

Free assisted and clinical collections for those who qualify and bulky waste items can be disposed of through a charged for collection service

FlexCollect trials

Somerset is taking part in a national trial of kerbside collection of plastic bags and wrapping

Waste collection safety

We want to make sure that everyone (our crews and residents) stay safe

Asbestos collections

We can arrange a collection of household asbestos

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Apply for a recycling site waste permit

You need a permit to bring household waste into recycling sites with certain vehicles or towing trailer

What recycling sites take

Information about what materials our recycling sites take

Recycling site permit information

Frequently asked questions about permits for recycling sites

Construction and demolition waste disposal

Information on taking asbestos, plasterboard, hardcore and rubble from household DIY projects to sites and how to get your permit

Find your nearest recycling centre

A list of all recycling centres in Somerset including address, opening times and materials accepted

Recycling site queue cameras

Information about the queue cameras that are used at recycling sites

Recycling sites terms and conditions

Read our recycling sites terms and conditions

Revive soil conditioner

Somerset’s garden waste is composted in the county and turned into Revive soil conditioner

Vehicle part recycling and disposal

How you can dispose and recycle vehicle parts at Somerset's recycling sites

Hazardous waste disposal

How you can dispose of hazardous waste at Somerset's recycling sites

Recycling sites opening hours

All 16 Somerset recycling sites open at weekends, 9am to 4pm on Saturday and Sunday

Charges at recycling sites

Charges apply for disposing certain materials at all our sites because they are not classed as household waste

Garden waste collections

Find out about fortnightly garden waste collections, how to subscribe, what is collected and order a replacement garden bin

Reuse and reduce waste

Includes information on tackling food waste, reusing items and our repair network

Business and waste

Information and guidance to help businesses recycle, reduce waste and keep up to date on regulations

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Tackling food waste

Reducing food waste is one of the best ways to reduce your carbon footprint, as well as saving you money

Reusable personal care

Information and advice about reusable care products

Reuse in the garden

Instead of throwing them away, many everyday items can find a new use in the garden

Pass it on and furniture reuse

Recycling is great, but reducing and reusing is even better

Swapping, swishing and jumble

Information on setting up a swap, swishing or jumble sale event

Somerset’s Repair Network

Information about repair events and venues in Somerset

Fixy

The Fixy initiative works alongside Somerset’s repair network

Textiles and fashion

Information and advice about how to increase the lifespan of our clothing

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Business waste collections and responsibilities

All businesses have a duty of care to make sure that any waste produced is handled safely and legally

Business waste at recycling sites

Information about disposal and recycling of business waste at recycling sites

Developer guidance for waste and recycling collections

Information about what to be considered when designing a new development

Businesses ban on single-use plastics

A ban on businesses selling, supplying or offering single-use plastics from 1 October 2023

Make a difference

Includes information on fighting fly tipping, composting tips and education resources

About us

Information about contracts, costs and compliance

Recycling tracker

Our latest Recycling Tracker report shows Somerset’s continued great work and progress

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Invasive plants

Invasive or injurious weeds are best controlled and contained within your garden

Recycling and waste education resources

A collection of education materials and activities about recycling and waste

Waste not Somerset

Information about the Waste not Somerset network

Composting tips

Advice and guidance on composting and compost bins

Cut junk mail

Cut waste, save time and avoid missing important post by reducing junk mail

Plastics that you can recycle

How you can recycle more plastic and where you can take it

Waste collection safety

We want to make sure that everyone (our crews and residents) stay safe

Community Action Groups Somerset

Free practical support to help local community groups develop and achieve their aims

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Waste contact and complaints

Before getting in touch, please note these common requests and how they can be done quickly and easily online

Waste contracts and compliance

Somerset Council is responsible for all waste services in the county, find out about our contractors

Waste social media

Somerset Council has a dedicated social media presence for all things related to waste

Equality, accessibility and privacy

Find out how we make adjustments to make sure our waste services are accessible to all

Waste services and weather

Advice for when waste services are affected by bad weather

Fire Safety - Please help to keep everyone safe

Gas canisters are a fire hazard and should never be put out for collection in your recycling or refuse. Our collection crews have reported an increase in small gas canisters being put out. They can pose as a fire risk when going through the sorting process. All gas canisters should be taken to your local recycling centre.

Waste safety guidance