Bin Collection Lisburn and Castlereagh: Dates, Days, Bin Calendar & Schedule 2026
A clear local guide for Lisburn and Castlereagh residents who need bin collection dates, Week A to Week D calendars, holiday changes, kerbie box days, wheelie box collections, landfill bin rules, green recycling bins, brown food and garden waste, missed bin help, bulky collections and council contact details.
If you searched for lisburn and castlereagh bin collection, do not use a guessed day from an old leaflet. Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council uses address lookup, separate calendars and Bryson kerbie box routes, so your correct answer depends on your property and container type.
Official link: Open Lisburn & Castlereagh collection days and holiday information
🗓️ Check my bin collection day
Best route: use the official council collection days page and enter the first line of your address and postcode for bins and wheelie boxes.
Kerbie boxes: use the Bryson Recycling kerbie box collection lookup because kerbie box routes are handled separately.
Set-out rule: bins should be out by 6am; kerbie and wheelie boxes should be out by 7am.
Lisburn and Castlereagh Bin Collection Quick Facts for 2026
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council asks residents to check the correct collection day for bins, wheelie boxes and kerbie boxes before putting containers out. Bins should be presented by 6am at the kerbside or curtilage, with lids closed and handles facing out.
Official link: Read landfill bin presentation rules
For kerbie and wheelie box collections, boxes should be left out by 7am. Materials must be sorted correctly, clean and dry, or the box may not be emptied.
Official link: Read wheelie box and kerbie box sorting rules
What This Lisburn and Castlereagh Bin Collection Guide Covers
How to Check Lisburn and Castlereagh Bin Collection Dates and Days
The official collection days page is the best starting point for lisburn and castlereagh bin collection dates. For bins and wheelie boxes, the council asks residents to enter the first line of the address and postcode. For kerbie boxes, the page sends residents to the Bryson Recycling collection day lookup.
Official link: Check collection days and holiday information
Start with the council lookup
Use the official page for bins and wheelie boxes. Type the first line of your address and postcode carefully, especially if your road has several similar names.
Use Bryson for kerbie boxes
If you need your kerbie box collection day, follow the Bryson Recycling route linked from the council page. Do not assume it is the same as your landfill bin day.
Match the correct printable calendar
The council publishes Week A, Week B, Week C and Week D calendars. Use only the calendar that matches your property or route.
Put containers out at the right time
Bins should be out by 6am. Boxes should be out by 7am. After collection, bring bins and boxes back in promptly so they do not block footpaths or entrances.
For older residents, the simplest method is to print the correct Week A, B, C or D calendar, circle the next two collection dates and keep it near the kitchen door or fridge.
Related guide: Nearby readers comparing Northern Ireland collections can also use the live-checked Belfast bin collection guide.
Lisburn and Castlereagh Bin Collection Calendar: Week A, Week B, Week C and Week D
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council publishes printable calendars with holiday dates. Week A and Week B are listed for bins. Week C and Week D are listed for bins and kerbie boxes.
Official link: Open official calendar download section
| Calendar | Official use | Resident warning |
|---|---|---|
| Week A | Bins | Use only if the council lookup or council advice says your property is Week A. |
| Week B | Bins | Do not copy a neighbour’s calendar unless your address is confirmed on the same route. |
| Week C | Bins and kerbie boxes | Check kerbie box timing separately because sorting and collection rules differ from bins. |
| Week D | Bins and kerbie boxes | Use the latest official PDF, especially near holiday changes. |
If you are unsure which calendar to use, the council lists 028 9244 7300 and recycling@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk for help. That is safer than choosing a calendar at random.
Official link: Open Lisburn & Castlereagh contact page
Lisburn and Castlereagh Bin Types: Landfill, Green Recycling, Brown Bin and Boxes
The biggest mistake is treating every container like a normal rubbish bin. Lisburn & Castlereagh separates non-recyclable landfill waste, mixed dry recycling, food and garden waste, kerbie boxes and wheelie boxes. Each one has a different rule.
Official link: Open official bins and boxes guidance
🗑️ Landfill Bin
The landfill bin is for non-recyclable waste only. Bins should be out by 6am, lids closed, handles facing out and no additional side waste unless the council has listed exceptional circumstances.
- Do not put recyclable materials in if they belong in another container.
- Do not leave extra bags beside the bin.
- Remove unsuitable items if the bin receives a contamination sticker.
♻️ Mixed Dry Recycling Bin
The mixed dry recycling bin is for accepted clean recyclable items. Use the council’s item search before putting uncertain materials in the green recycling bin.
- Keep recycling clean and dry.
- Do not place batteries, vapes or gas canisters in kerbside recycling.
- Use household recycling centres for many risky items.
🌿 Brown Food and Garden Waste Bin
The brown bin is for organic food and garden waste. The council provides a free kitchen caddy and caddy liners for food waste recycling.
- Remove all food packaging.
- Use the council caddy liners provided.
- Additional brown bin collections can be chargeable.
📦 Kerbie Box and Wheelie Box
Kerbie boxes and wheelie boxes are for sorted recycling. Boxes should be out by 7am and materials must be sorted as shown by the council or Bryson Recycling route.
- Keep all items clean and dry.
- Flatten cans, cartons, plastics and cardboard to save space.
- Never put glass in overflow bags.
The council has also approved a simpler, more consistent kerbside service to be delivered in-house across the council area, including clearer recycling arrangements and glass recycling in the recycling bin model. Residents should follow official roll-out communications before changing what they put out.
Official link: Read council update on future kerbside recycling service
Kerbie Box and Wheelie Box Collection in Lisburn and Castlereagh
Kerbie and wheelie box collections are where residents often make mistakes. The council says boxes should be left out by 7am, and materials must be sorted correctly. Contaminated boxes will not be emptied until unsuitable materials are removed and the box is presented on the next scheduled collection day.
Official link: Check official wheelie box and kerbie box rules
Rinse and empty containers
Items should not contain food or drink residue. Dirty recycling can contaminate the collection.
Textiles are collected again
The council says clean, dry textiles such as clothes, paired shoes, bed sheets, duvet covers and pillow cases should be tied in a bag and left beside kerbie boxes.
Use overflow bags carefully
If you have extra recycling, only put one type of material in each overflow bag. Never put glass in overflow bags.
No batteries, vapes or gas canisters
These can cause fires in vehicles or facilities. Return them to retailers or use a proper recycling centre route.
Lisburn and Castlereagh Missed Bin or Box Collection
If your bin or box was not collected, first check the council service updates or disruptions page. The council asks residents to report missed collections by email at recycling@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk or by telephone on 028 9244 7300.
Official link: Check service updates and missed collection contact route
Check the disruption page first
If the council has listed disruption, continue to follow the official instruction rather than reporting the same issue repeatedly.
Check your set-out time
Bins should be out by 6am and boxes by 7am. A late container is not the same as a council missed collection.
Check contamination
If the bin or box contains the wrong material, it may receive a contamination sticker or card and will not be emptied until unsuitable items are removed.
Contact the council
Use recycling@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk or 028 9244 7300 with your address, container type and collection day details.
Lisburn and Castlereagh Bin Collection Search Terms Answered
Google and Bing users are not only searching one phrase. They look for bin collection dates, calendar downloads, missed bins, brown bin collections, kerbie box days, wheelie box sorting, holiday changes, bulky collections and phone numbers. This section answers those micro-intents naturally.
Official link: GOV.UK route to Lisburn & Castlereagh rubbish collection day
“Lisburn and Castlereagh bin collection dates”
Use the official address and postcode lookup for bins and wheelie boxes, then use the correct Week A, B, C or D calendar.
“Kerbie box collection day Lisburn”
Follow the Bryson Recycling link from the council page because kerbie box routes are checked separately.
“Missed bin collection Lisburn Castlereagh”
Check service disruptions first, then contact recycling@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk or 028 9244 7300.
“Brown bin collection Lisburn Castlereagh”
Brown bins are for food and garden waste. Use council caddy liners and remove food packaging.
“Holiday bin collections Lisburn Castlereagh”
Check the official holiday table. Some normal dates move to Saturday, while others may run as normal.
“Northern Ireland bin collection”
Do not copy Belfast rules for Lisburn and Castlereagh. Belfast has different council routes, but it is useful for nearby comparison.
Internal link: For nearby Northern Ireland bin-day intent, use the live-checked Belfast Bin Collection: Days, Calendar & Schedule 2026.
Brown Bin Collection: Food Waste, Garden Waste and Kitchen Caddy
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council provides a free kitchen caddy and caddy liners for food waste recycling. The council asks residents to remove food packaging, use the provided caddy liners and place tied liners in the brown bin when the kitchen caddy is three-quarters full.
Official link: Read brown food and garden waste bin guidance
Use council liners
The council says to only use the caddy liners it provides because they decompose with the food waste and are supplied free.
Remove all food packaging
Food packaging should not go into the brown bin with food waste. Remove it first and use the correct container for the packaging.
Request replacement liners
The council says additional liners can be requested by tying a caddy liner or attaching a red tag to the handle of the brown bin on collection day.
Additional bins can be chargeable
Multiple brown bin collections are chargeable, so check the official additional brown bin service before assuming it is free.
Lisburn and Castlereagh Bulky Collection: Free Items, Limits and Charges
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council offers a bulky collection service for large unwanted household items such as furniture or large domestic appliances. Up to 3 items can be collected at one time free of charge, and each household can receive a maximum of 3 free collections per year.
Official link: Open Lisburn & Castlereagh bulky collections
| Bulky collection rule | What it means | Resident note |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 3 items | Collected at one time free of charge | Only book items the council accepts. |
| 3 free collections per year | Maximum free allowance per household | Plan multiple large items carefully. |
| Additional collections | £10 non-refundable charge paid in advance | Check before booking because payment is non-refundable. |
The council lists accepted examples such as mattresses, upholstered furniture, fridges and freezers, washing machines, cookers, electrical items, floor coverings, wood, bicycles, scooters and some metal items. It also lists exclusions such as dangerous waste, asbestos, tyres, gas canisters, car batteries, glass, pallets and items too heavy for two people to lift safely.
Official link: Check accepted and not accepted bulky items
Holiday Bin Collections in Lisburn and Castlereagh
The council’s collection days page includes holiday information for bin collections and kerbie or wheelie box collections. Some holiday dates are collected as normal, while others move to a Saturday replacement collection.
Official link: Open official holiday collection table
If your bins are not emptied on the scheduled alternative collection day, the council says to continue leaving them at the collection point until they are emptied. For senior residents, write any replacement Saturday date clearly on your calendar.
Official link: Check service updates during holiday disruption
Order a Bin, Box, Caddy or Composter in Lisburn and Castlereagh
Use the official order page if you need a recycling bin, food and garden waste bin, kerbie box, landfill bin, wheelie box, kitchen caddy or composter. Do not buy an unofficial bin online and assume it will be collected.
Official link: Order a bin, box, caddy or composter
Order help by phone
The council lists 028 9244 7300 for several bin, box and caddy order routes.
Email the recycling team
The council lists recycling@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk for recycling, bin and container support.
Additional brown bin
One brown bin is normally provided, while additional garden waste collection can be subject to availability and charging.
Kitchen caddy
If you do not have a kitchen caddy, the brown bin page explains how to collect one or contact the council.
Recycling Locations and Extra Waste in Lisburn and Castlereagh
If you have extra recycling, electricals, batteries, vapes, gas canisters or other items that should not go into normal kerbside containers, check the council recycling locations and household recycling centre route before travelling.
Official link: Open recycling locations
Keep batteries out of bins
Batteries and vapes can cause fires. Return them to a retailer or use a suitable recycling centre container.
Do not leave bags beside bins
Additional side waste is not collected except in listed exceptional circumstances such as adverse weather, vehicle breakdown or road closures.
Use overflow bags correctly
Only put one type of material in each overflow bag and never put glass in overflow bags.
Use bulky collection or recycling centre
Some items can be donated, collected through bulky waste or taken to a household recycling centre.
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council civic location
Map note: For waste queries, use official online pages, phone 028 9244 7300 or email recycling@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk rather than travelling for routine collection questions.
Official Lisburn and Castlereagh Bin Collection Links
Use these official resources first. They protect residents from old holiday tables, wrong kerbie box days, incorrect recycling advice, missed-bin confusion and outdated bulky collection claims.
Official link: Open Lisburn & Castlereagh bins and recycling hub
🗓️ Collection Days
Find bin, wheelie box, kerbie box calendars and holiday collection information.
Open Collection Days🗑️ Landfill Bin
Non-recyclable waste, 6am set-out rules, closed lids and contamination rules.
Open Landfill Bin♻️ Mixed Dry Recycling
Green recycling bin item search and recycling rules.
Open Recycling Bin🌿 Brown Bin
Food and garden waste bin, kitchen caddy and caddy liner guidance.
Open Brown Bin📦 Wheelie Box
Sorted recycling, textiles, overflow bags and 7am box presentation rules.
Open Wheelie Box🚨 Service Updates
Check disruption and missed collection contact routes.
Open Service Updates🛋️ Bulky Collections
Free bulky collection allowance, additional charge and accepted item rules.
Open Bulky Collections📍 Recycling Locations
Find recycling locations and household recycling options.
Open LocationsRelevant internal guide
For readers comparing nearby Northern Ireland council collection systems, this internal guide is the most relevant live-checked page from the Bin Collection Guide site.
Internal link: Belfast Bin Collection: Days, Calendar & Schedule 2026
Lisburn and Castlereagh Bin Collection FAQs
How do I check my Lisburn and Castlereagh bin collection day?
Use the official collection days page. For bins and wheelie boxes, enter the first line of your address and postcode. For kerbie boxes, follow the Bryson Recycling lookup link from the council page.
Official link: Check collection days
What time should bins be out in Lisburn and Castlereagh?
Bins should be left out by 6am at the kerbside or curtilage of your property, with lids closed and handles facing out.
What time should kerbie boxes and wheelie boxes be out?
Kerbie and wheelie boxes should be out by 7am. Materials must be clean, dry and sorted correctly.
Which calendar do I need: Week A, B, C or D?
Use the calendar that matches your property or route. Week A and Week B are listed for bins, while Week C and Week D are listed for bins and kerbie boxes. Contact the council if unsure.
How do I report a missed bin collection?
Check the service updates or disruptions page first. Then report the missed collection by emailing recycling@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk or phoning 028 9244 7300.
What goes in the landfill bin?
The landfill bin is for non-recyclable waste only. If the bin contains material that is not permitted, the council may not empty it and may place a contamination sticker or card on the bin.
What goes in the brown bin?
The brown bin is for food and garden waste. Remove food packaging, use the council caddy liners and place tied liners into the brown bin.
How do I get more food caddy liners?
The council says additional caddy liners can be requested by tying a caddy liner or attaching a red tag to the handle of your brown bin on the designated collection day.
Can I leave extra bags beside my bin?
No. Additional side waste will not be collected except in exceptional circumstances such as adverse weather, vehicle breakdown or road closures listed by the council.
Does Lisburn and Castlereagh collect bulky items?
Yes. Up to 3 items can be collected at one time free of charge, with a maximum of 3 free collections per household per year. Additional collections cost £10 and must be paid in advance.
What is the Lisburn and Castlereagh bin collection phone number?
For bin collection and recycling help, the council lists 028 9244 7300 and recycling@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk.
Do holiday bin collections change?
Some holiday dates are collected as normal and some move to alternative Saturday collections. Always check the official holiday information page for the current year.
Who checks kerbie box collection days?
The council collection page links kerbie box users to Bryson Recycling for kerbie box collection day checks.
Can textiles go out with kerbie boxes?
The council says textiles are being collected again. They should be clean and dry, tied in a bag and left out beside your kerbie boxes. Accepted examples include clothes, paired shoes, bed sheets, duvet covers and pillow cases.
What should I do if my bin has a contamination sticker?
Remove the unsuitable items and present the bin or box on the next scheduled collection day. The council will not empty containers that contain material that is not permitted.
Best Way to Manage Bin Collection in Lisburn and Castlereagh
The best routine is simple: check your official collection day, use the correct Week A, B, C or D calendar, put bins out by 6am, put boxes out by 7am, keep lids closed, sort kerbie and wheelie boxes correctly, use the brown bin for food and garden waste, and check service updates before reporting a missed collection.
Official link: Check your latest Lisburn and Castlereagh collection information
This guide covers the full user intent behind Bin Collection Lisburn and Castlereagh: Dates, Days, Bin Calendar & Schedule 2026, including collection dates, calendars, landfill bin, green recycling bin, brown bin, kerbie boxes, wheelie boxes, missed collections, bulky waste, holiday changes, order forms, recycling locations, council phone number and relevant internal Northern Ireland collection guidance.
Internal link: For nearby council comparison, open the live-checked Belfast bin collection guide.
Important notice: This article is an independent informational guide and is not Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council, Bryson Recycling, GOV.UK or a waste contractor. Collection days, Week A-D calendars, holiday arrangements, service disruptions, accepted materials, bulky collection rules, charges, recycling locations and contact routes can change. Always verify urgent or address-specific information with Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council before acting.