Colinton bin collection dates
Colinton bin collections are run by Edinburgh City Council. Enter your postcode below to see your exact bin days — general waste, recycling, food and garden — and get a free reminder the evening before every collection.
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Bin collections in Colinton
Edinburgh City Council collects bins across Colinton and the surrounding Edinburgh area. Most households have separate collections for general (non-recyclable) waste, mixed recycling, food waste and — seasonally or by subscription — garden waste. The exact day depends on your specific address, so check your postcode above. Once you're set up, BinMinder emails you the evening before each collection.
See the full Edinburgh City Council bin collection schedule and guidance.