Kerbside recycling services in Carlisle
What can go in my green box?
- paper
- newspaper, magazines and junk mail
- old directories and catalogues
- Christmas or greetings cards
- glass bottles and jars
- food tins and drinks cans
Please don`t put anything into plastic bags
What can go in my green bag?
Plastics (including):
- plastic bottles
- tubs, yoghurt pots and plant pots
- food trays and containers
Cardboard (including):
- egg boxes, kitchen rolls
- food and packaging boxes
- cereal boxes
Please put only cardboard in one green bag and only plastic in the other green bag. Please don`t put plastic bags or film into your green bags.
What can go in my garden waste bin?
- grass clippings
- plants, flowers and leaves
- hedge prunings and weeds
- twigs and small branches
- real christmas trees
Please don`t put plastic sacks or bags into your bin.
If you have a question about resources or recycling please call one of the following numbers
Cumberland Council: 0300 373 3730
Westmorland & Furness Council: 0300 373 3300