Help shape Hertfordshire’s future – have your say on changes to local government

Our communities are in the best place to tell us what’s important to them, so your voice matters. Join us at our resident engagement event in Hertsmere on Monday 8 September from 6pm to 8pm at the Civic Offices, Elstree Way, Borehamwood, WD6 1WA.

Find out more and register your place

Brown Bin

Your brown bin is for mixed recycling. It is collected every fortnight on the same day as your green bin (if you have a garden waste subscription).

brown bin

Important information

Loose, not bagged - if you are using a bag to carry your recyclables to the bin please empty the items into the recycling bin first, then dispose of the bag in the general waste bin or reuse it.

Clean and empty - make sure your recyclables are empty and give them a quick rinse. If they are too dirty they may not be collected e.g. grease covered foil or plastic trays/pots with food in.

What to put in

Items to keep out

Compostable plastic

What happens to my recycling?

Find out more about the journey of your recyclables from kerbside to end destination. Visit Herts WasteAware's What Happens to my Recycling?  and read some of the most frequently asked questions.

Flats recycling

Visit our Recycling in Flats page for more information for both residents and managing agents.