How often are batteries collected?
We pick up batteries every 2 weeks with the rest of your recycling.
Find out your bin collection dates by inputting your postcode
Why you should recycle batteries
It is important to recycle batteries as careless disposal of batteries is hazardous to the environment. The toxic substances can seep into the water supply causing serious health problems.
Putting batteries out for recycling
Please put them in a small, clear plastic food bag on top of your black box or recycling bin.
Which batteries we collect
- 6V
- D
- C
- AA
- AAA
- 9V
- button
We suggest that you store button batteries separately from other types of batteries before putting them into the bag together for collection.
Other ways to recycle batteries
You can dispose of batteries, including types not accepted for kerbside collections (eg car batteries), at your local recycling centre
Many supermarkets collect old batteries as part of the Batteryback scheme. Look out for the special containers or ask a member of staff.