Kerbside recycling services in Carlisle

What can go in my green box?
Carlisle 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?
Carlisle 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?
carlisle garden waste
  • 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
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