Bins and recycling What goes in which bin, the garden waste service, bin collection dates, bulky item collections and more Bin collection dates You can download your collection calendar on the bin collection dates page. Bin not been emptied? Check to see if your street has been affected by collection disruptions. Find a tip (recycling centre) You can dispose of large household items at your nearest household waste recycling centre. Putting your bins out You should place your bins out for collection by 6.30am on your scheduled day of collection. Report an issue Report an issue with bin collections, request new or replacement bin or report other waste related matters. Bulky item collections We can collect your unwanted household items. What goes in my bins? What you should use your green, black, blue and grey bins for. Assisted collections Help for residents who find it hard to place their bins out for collection. Commercial waste Information on business waste and how to arrange a collection. Right stuff right bin Your bin may not be emptied if you don't put the correct item in the right bin. Wheeled bin charges Important information about charges for new and replacement wheeled bins. Recycling rate – how well are doing? Information on how much we recycle and what happens to your recycling and waste. Compostable bags Need more compostable bags? Home composting Home composting is easy and can be done all year round. Litter bins Around 1400 litter bins are emptied across Trafford, helping keep the borough clean and tidy.