Black bin or sacks
Non-recyclable waste
Your black wheelie bin or sacks is for rubbish that cannot be recycled and is collected fortnightly.
What you cannot put in
- builder's rubbish such as rubble, tiles or wood
- bulky heavy items
- DIY items such as paint tins
- electrical items
- flammable liquids
- gas bottles including fire extinguishers
- needles
- tyres or car batteries
- mirrors/glass
You can visit Recycle Now for information about other items.
What happens to your waste
The rubbish from your black bin is taken to Kent Enviropower in Allington. Here the waste is burnt to create electricity.