⚠️ Important: Do Not Use New Bins Yet
New bins are being delivered to Kesgrave households between now and May 2026.
Recycling is evolving this Summer
From June 2026, waste and recycling services across East Suffolk are changing to meet new national standards. This means more items can be recycled from your doorstep than ever before, including glass, cartons, and soft plastics.
In May 2026, East Suffolk Council will send every household a detailed information pack and a new collection calendar. Until then, please keep your new bins tucked away.
Why the change? It has been 25 years since the current system began. New technology allows for much better sorting, meaning East Suffolk Council can recycle more at the kerbside and significantly reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill.
Your New Four-Bin System
Now includes: Glass jars/bottles, Tetra Paks, plastic bags, bubble wrap, foil, and plastic pots/tubs/trays.
Paper & Card: Newspapers, magazines, cardboard packaging, egg boxes, and shredded paper.
All food waste: Peelings, meat/fish bones, tea bags, coffee grounds, and out-of-date food.
Anything that cannot be recycled or composted. Use this as a last resort.
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Where you can currently recycle or donate
We will keep this page updated with more locations as they become available. Currently, Kesgrave residents can use the following:
📍 Foxhall Household Waste Recycling Centre (Primary Facility)
Foxhall Road, IP10 0HT. Handles cans, cardboard, glass, oil, paper, plastic, and textiles.
🔌 Small Electrical Items
Look for the bright pink bins at Tesco Martlesham and Tesco Kesgrave (Ropes Drive).
📚 Kesgrave Library
Drop off your old ink cartridges, stamps, and coins at the library on Kays Close, IP5 2HL.
🛠 Re-use and Repairs
Donate to 2nd Stop Charity Shop: Unit 5, Tesco Ropes Drive (for functional second-hand goods).
🔄 Another Option: Suffolk Repair Shed
Before you recycle, consider repair! The Suffolk Repair Shed is a non-profit company staffed by skilled volunteers who may be able to help fix your items. You can drop off items Monday to Friday (please check their website for specific opening times).
