You can recycle a variety of items in the red-lidded bin provided by North Warwickshire. Here’s a quick reference of what you can and can't include:
| You Can Recycle | You Cannot Recycle |
|---|---|
| Food tins and drinks cans | Tissues, wipes, cloths, gloves, and masks |
| Plastic bottles (e.g., pop bottles, milk bottles) | Nappies |
| Plastic pots, tubs, and trays | Clothing, textiles, and bedding |
| Glass bottles and jars | Food waste |
| Aerosols | Garden waste |
| Foil (including foil trays) | Wood |
| Paper (including junk mail, newspapers, magazines) | Cookware like pots, pans, Pyrex, and drinking glasses |
| Cardboard boxes (break down into manageable pieces) | Hard plastics (toys, furniture, coat hangers) |
| Card (toilet roll tubes, cereal boxes, etc.) | Plant pots |
| Greetings cards without glitter or embellishment | Shredded paper |
| Books (soft and hard back) | Pouches and sachets (baby/pet food, cosmetics) |
| Confectionery wrappers (chocolate, sweets, etc.) | Polystyrene or foam of any kind |
| Outer layer bags and wrapping (multipacks, etc.) | Duvets |
| Clean cheese, fish, and meat wrapping | |
| Plastic film and sleeves | |
| Bubble wrap and cling film | |
| Tetra Pak cartons |
Make sure all recyclables are clean and dry, and remember to place them in the bin loose, not in bags. For more specific details, you can visit the North Warwickshire recycling information page.