You can recycle a variety of materials in Swindon's recycling box. Here’s a handy breakdown of what is acceptable and what isn’t:
| Accepted Items | Not Accepted Items |
|---|---|
| Paper (dry and clean) | Wet or damp paper |
| Cardboard (flattened) | Large cardboard not bundled |
| Glass bottles and jars | Broken glass (wrap and dispose in bin) |
| Plastic bottles and containers (rinsed) | Soft plastics (like carrier bags) |
| Tin cans and aerosols | Contaminated recyclables |
| Textiles (tied in bags marked ‘TEXTILES’) |
For the best results, ensure that your recyclables are clean and dry to avoid contamination. If you want more specific guidance on what to do with different materials, you can use the Waste Wizard provided by Swindon Council.