Yes, the changes do affect recycling services. Based on published council information, Coventry is set to introduce a weekly collection of food waste from households by March 2026, which will help prevent contamination of other waste and improve recycling efforts.
Here’s a summary of the recycling collection details for August and September 2026:
| Date | Recycling (Blue Bin) | Household Waste (Green Bin) | Garden Waste (Brown Bin) | Food Waste Caddy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 2026 | ||||
| Wednesday, 5 August | Yes | No | No | No |
| Thursday, 6 August | No | Yes | No | No |
| Wednesday, 12 August | Yes | No | No | No |
| Thursday, 13 August | No | Yes | No | No |
| Wednesday, 19 August | Yes | No | No | No |
| Thursday, 20 August | No | Yes | No | No |
| Wednesday, 26 August | Yes | No | No | No |
| September 2026 | ||||
| Wednesday, 2 Sept | No | No | No | No |
| Monday, 7 Sept | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Wednesday, 9 Sept | Yes | No | No | No |
| Monday, 14 Sept | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wednesday, 16 Sept | No | No | No | No |
| Monday, 21 Sept | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wednesday, 23 Sept | No | No | No | No |
| Monday, 28 Sept | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Wednesday, 30 Sept | Yes | No | No | No |
For the most efficient service and to ensure correct recycling practices, make sure to use the appropriate bins for each type of waste. You can find more details about recycling services on Coventry's recycling information page.