There are two greenbox collection schemes running in Eden one for cans, glass and paper and one for paper and card (sometimes called the paper and card collection). Households on these schemes are given a sturdy plastic greenbox to collect their recyclable items. Boxes placed on the pavement by 7am on the day of collection will be emptied weather permitting by our specially designed vehicles. Unfortunately we are unable to run schemes for the whole of Eden. If you are not on a scheme you can register your interest with us. To:
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get a greenbox
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register your interest in a greenbox scheme
- report your greenbox is missing or stolen
- request another copy of your calendar or sticker
- tell us your greenbox has not been emptied or
- apply for an assisted (back door) collection
telephone 01768 817817 or complete the online greenbox collection problem report form.
Greenbox scheme for cans, glass and paper
The greenbox recycling scheme for can, glass and paper is a kerbside collection scheme. In Eden 16,335 households are on this scheme. Households are supplied with a greenbox and a calendar showing collection dates and list of items they can recycle in their greenbox.
Greenboxes will be collected every two weeks by a specially designed vehicle with separate compartments for different items. On the day of collection please make sure you place all you waste paper, cans, glass bottles and jars in the greenbox supplied by us and make sure it is on the pavement by 7am.
Greenbox scheme for paper and card
The greenbox recycling scheme for paper and card is also a kerbside collection scheme. In Eden 5,000 rural properties are on this scheme. Households on the scheme will be supplied with a greenbox and a sticker for the side of their greenbox listing collection dates and items they can recycle in their greenbox. For replacement stickers please telephone 01768 817817.
On the day of collection please make sure you place all you waste paper and card in the greenbox supplied by us and make sure it is on the pavement by 7am.
How to find out which scheme you are on?
To find out which scheme you are on telephone 01768 817817.
How to apply to be on a greenbox scheme
If you would like to join the scheme you need to first check to see if your property is included on a scheme telephone 01768 817817. If you property is not included in a scheme we can register your interest so we can let you know if we plan to expand the scheme to include your property.
Check your calendar or sticker depending which scheme you are on. If you have lost either you can get a new one by emailing customer.services@eden.gov.uk or telephoning 01768 817817.
Where to take your recycling if you are not on a scheme
For further information:
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Contact: Contact Centre
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Address: Eden District Council, Mansion House, Penrith, CA11 7YG
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Helpline: 01768 817817
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Email: customer.services@eden.gov.uk
