Ribble Valley Waste and Recycling Newsletter
19th of October, 2023
Spotlight on Recycling
More and more people recycle every day.
And with environmental issues becoming more important, it is essential that we all try and do more.
Did you know?
26m tonnes of waste is created by British households each year.
The average person throws away around 400kg of rubbish each year - the equivalent of 7 times their bodyweight!
We would like to make it as easy as possible for residents in Ribble Valley to recycle more.
It can often be confusing to remember what can and cannot be recycled and what bin it should go in. Our handy guide below should help.
RED BIN
INCLUDING
Any material that cannot be recycled. General waste, food and kitchen waste, nappies, wet wipes, tissues, cat litter and dog faeces (bagged). Waxed food and drinks cartons Plastic film, wrappings, bags, and bubble wrap.
NOT INCLUDING Nothing that can be recycled.
Hot ashes, Builders’ waste, Corrosive materials, Clinical waste, Electrical items, Soil
BLUE BIN
INCLUDING Plastic bottles, plant pots, yoghurt pots, margarine tubs, ice cream tubs, detergent bottles, trays from meat, dairy and fruit. Glass jars/bottles, drinks cans, metal tins/cans. Clean aluminium foil and foil trays.
NOT INCLUDING Batteries, Paper, Textiles, Crockery, Cutlery, Carrier bags, Cartons, Food, Nappies, Wet wipes, Tissues, Bubble wrap, Polystyrene, Pyrex, Drinking glasses.
GREEN BIN
INCLUDING Grass and hedge cuttings, leaves and prunings, weeds and flowers. Twigs and small branches. Christmas trees (cut up). Clean straw, wood shavings, bark, and sawdust.
NOT INCLUDING Food waste, Bones, Large branches, Soil, Stones, Vegetables, Fruit peelings, Egg shells, Coffee grounds, Tea bags.
WHITE SACK
INCUDING All clean paper, shredded paper, newspapers, magazines, brochures, telephone directories. Grey and brown cardboard including greeting cards and wrapping paper (no foil). Envelopes.
NOT INCLUDING Jiffy bags, Plastic coverings on junk mail, Juice cartons, Tetra-pack containers, Wallpaper, Polystyrene, Tissues.
Could your trash be someone else’s treasure?
There are lots of ways to recycle items and many of your unwanted items might be of use to someone else in your community. Instead of sending items to landfill, there are several options to choose from:
Freegle
Freegle is a free internet-based service
which helps people give away things
for free in their local community which
they would otherwise throw away. Find
out more at: Don't throw it away, give it
away! (ilovefreegle.org).
Vinted
Vinted is an online marketplace and
mobile app that allows people to buy,
sell, and trade secondhand clothing,
shoes, accessories, and other fashion
items. Any fees are paid for by the
buyer. Find it in your app store.
Car-Boot Sales
Events where people gather to sell a variety of secondhand
goods and items from the boot of your car! They are a popular
way to declutter homes and make some extra money.
Charity Shops
Take your pre-loved items to your local
charity shop and help to raise funds for
important causes. Many charity shops
also offer a collection service for more
bulky items.
Charity Bins
You can also donate items like textiles,
clothing and shoes at charity bins which
are available in most Ribble Valley
Borough Council car parks.
Community Organisations
For bulky items and furniture, you can
also donate to charity and community
organisations. Click on the following link
to find out more (Special Collections).