This Easter weekend, the Waste and Recycling Team is making sure everything runs smoothly, with household waste and recycling collections continuing as normal on Good Friday and Easter Monday. There are no changes to these services.

Recycling Centres remain open throughout the weekend, though booking in advance is essential. This is to manage traffic and keep sites running efficiently. Book online at www.iow.gov.uk/article/2853/Book-a-trip-to-a-recycling-centre

Bulky and Reuse collections will also continue as scheduled.

Did you know? Around 90 million Easter eggs are enjoyed in the UK each year. That generates roughly 4,000 tonnes of cardboard and 4,000 tonnes of plastic packaging.

Top tips for a greener Easter 2026:

• Recycle packaging: Cardboard boxes, paper, and plastic egg packaging go in the correct recycling bin. Remove ribbons, glitter, and sticky tape first.
• Choose low-waste treats: Pick eggs with cardboard and foil rather than plastic windows. Support locally made or minimal-packaging goodies.
• Decorate sustainably: Use reusable decorations or natural crafts. Dye real eggs with onion skins, turmeric, or beetroot.
• Give the gift of experiences: Make memories with homemade treats, days out, or second-hand gifts.

• Re-purpose your leftovers Love food hate waste has great ideas on how to use Easter leftovers: www.lovefoodhatewaste.com/blog/what-do-your-easter-leftovers#:~:text=Colourful%20sugar%2Dcoated%20chocolate%20eggs,the%20cornflakes%20together%20into%20nests%3F

• Plan food wisely: Buy seasonal British produce, bake instead of buying pre-wrapped treats, and use leftovers creatively.
• Compost and recycle food waste: Vegetable peelings, eggshells, and stale bread can go in your food waste bin or compost heap.

Small swaps make a big difference: less waste, lower cost, and a lighter footprint.

For more information, including recycling guidance and Easter tips, visit

www.iow.gov.uk/recyclingandwaste