Cork County Council Bin Collection

Collection days, licensed providers, and free night-before reminders

Who collects bins in the Cork County Council area?

Across the Cork County Council area — from Mallow and Midleton to Bandon, Carrigaline and West Cork — household waste is collected by private licensed operators. Country Clean, KWD and Panda cover most towns, with rural routes often fortnightly rather than weekly.

Because collection is provider-based, your bin day depends on your route — not the council. Enter your Eircode below to see your schedule and get a free reminder the night before every collection.

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Official Cork County Council waste information

For civic amenity sites, bring banks, and the council's licensed collector list, use the official council website. Use BinDay for your reminders.

Cork County Council waste & recycling page →

Cork County Council bin collection FAQ

Does Cork County Council collect household bins?

No — Irish local authorities license private waste operators rather than collecting household bins themselves. Providers in the area include Panda, Greenstar, Country Clean Recycling.

What day is bin collection in the Cork County Council area?

It depends on your provider and route, not the council. Enter your Eircode on BinDay to see your collection day and get a free reminder the evening before.

Is BinDay free for the Cork County Council area?

Yes — bin day lookup and night-before reminders are free. Premium adds extras like unlimited AI waste scans and multi-property support.

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