In addition to the fortnightly kerbside collections, there are other ways to recycle and reuse your unwanted items
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Swindon Road recycling centre
The recycling centre in Swindon Road houses facilities for the disposal of household waste
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Home composting
By composting at home you can greatly reduce the amount of waste that goes to landfill
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Gloucestershire County Council civic amenity site
The site near Bishop's Cleeve has more capacity and accepts types of waste not permitted at Swindon Road such as DIY rubble
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'Sharps' collection
We operateĀ a take-back scheme for hypodermic syringes in conjunction with local pharmacies
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Further ways to recycle your unwanted items
Donate furniture, bicycles or old computers to a good cause. Find out about Cheltenham Freecycle