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Recycling at home

Find out what goes in your recycling and rubbish bins at home, and how to get large things taken away.

Find a recycling centre

Find opening hours and site restrictions for your local recycling centre in Essex.

Recycling centre policy and site restrictions

Only household waste is accepted at recycling centres in Essex. Find out which items are accepted.

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Get started with home composting in Essex

Find out how to get started with home composting in Essex and how to order your discounted compost bin.
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Claim £30 refund on cloth nappies in Essex

Switching to cloth nappies could save you hundreds of pounds. If you live in Essex, you can claim your £30 refund on any new or pre-loved nappies or laundering fees.

Covid-19 impact on waste services in Essex

Find out how to correctly dispose of your waste if you have Coronavirus and if there are any other changes impacting your usual collection.

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