Recycling
We provide a wide range of waste and recycling services with our partner, Biffa.
Your contribution to recycling makes all the difference and means that we recycle more of your waste.
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Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRC)
Find a household waste recycling centre available near you, learn about what can be taken to your nearest household waste recycling centre and apply for a household waste recycling permit. -
Using your recycling bins
Most homes in Wakefield have three household bins – one green and two brown. Learn how to use your bins and what can be put in each type of bin. -
Gas canister recycling
Find out how to safely recycle gas canisters and avoid putting them in your household bins. -
Old clothing recycling
Give unwanted clothes a second life through repair, donation or recycling. -
Never Bin Batteries
Learn about how you can recycle batteries across the district. -
Simpler recycling
Learn more about the changes to your recycling happening from 1 April 2026.