RECYCLE FOR GREATER MANCHESTER





Recycle for Greater Manchester (R4GM) work with local councils in Bolton, Bury, Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, Stockport, Tameside and Trafford, to inspire and encourage residents of Greater Manchester to manage their waste responsibly, helping residents to see the value of waste and the real benefits that can be achieved by wasting less, recycling more and recycling right.

Though part of Greater Manchester, Wigan administers its own waste disposal services.

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RECYCLING IN YOUR AREA

Select your local council logo to find out about recycling in your area, and get helpful information for contacting your local council.


















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BE BATTERY AWARE

There’s hidden batteries everywhere! We’re working with our partners Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service to remind you not to put any batteries in your bins at home.

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IN THE LOOP

When you recycle your stuff in the correct bin at home, you’re part of the circular economy and #InTheLoop.

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BUY, KEEP, EAT, REPEAT

We are working with Bolton Council to help residents recycle right in their beige paper and card bin. Learn more about your beige bin and how you can get involved in this campaign.

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LET’S COMPOST NOW

Home composting is using your kitchen waste and garden waste to make your own nutrient rich compost that you can use to help feed your flowers, plants and vegetables.

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LATEST NEWS & EVENTS


Renew Community Fund. Applications Open Now. Apply by Friday 30th May 2025.
BLOG | NEWS | 23rd April 2025
Renew Community Fund is now open!

Here’s everything you need to know to stay sustainable during your Seder and spring cleaning.

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BURY
BLOG | 10th April 2025
5 Passover recycling hacks

Here’s everything you need to know to stay sustainable during your Seder and spring cleaning.

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What can I recycle? Ramadan edition.
BLOG | 27th February 2025
How to waste less this Ramadan

If you’re preparing to observe in the Holy month of Ramadan this year you are probably busy planning on self-reflection, donating and family time. And eating, of course. Here’s our guide to staying sustainable this Ramadan…

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