Bin Collections in Telford

Bin and recycling collections in Telford are run by Telford & Wrekin Council. Collection days vary street by street, so the reliable way to find yours is the council's own postcode checker — linked below.

Check your collection day

Enter your postcode or address on the Telford & Wrekin Council website to see your next general waste, recycling and garden waste dates:

Check bin collection days — Telford & Wrekin Council →

Missed bin?

Missed collections should be reported to Telford & Wrekin Council, usually within a day or two of your scheduled date — most councils won't return for bins reported later than that. Leave the bin out while you report it via the Telford & Wrekin Council website.

Bank holidays and changed collections

Collections in Telford often move a day later after bank holidays, and severe weather can delay rounds. The council posts revised dates on its website — and when collection changes affect Telford, we cover them in our local news.

More practical local information in the Telford local guide.