Recycling

We have rules and processes in place at our Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRC) to make sure that everyone is safe and the right waste is disposed of.

If you want use a large vehicle to bring household waste to a centre or you're a pedestrian carrying waste - you will need to get a permit.

These smaller recycling banks are provided for domestic recycling.

We offer a bulky item collection to householders for up to three items. Find out what items can be collected - items include sofa, fridge freezer, mattress, wardrobe, carpet roll.

Recycle for Cumbria offers advice on how to reduce and reuse your household waste. Advice on reusing food waste and buying discounted compost bins.

How the three district council areas, Allerdale, Carlisle and Copeland treat waste in Cumberland.