Dorking Bin Collection Calendar Explained.
(General vs Recycling Weeks)

How the Dorking bin calendar works

Most households in Dorking follow a fortnightly rotation:

• General waste (black-lidded bin): collected one week.
• Recycling (blue-lidded bin): collected the following week.
• Food waste: collected weekly in your caddy.
• Garden waste: collected fortnightly if you subscribe.

This alternating cycle repeats year-round, with changes around bank holidays. Always check the official Mole Valley Council collection calendar for your address.

Common problems with the Dorking calendar

• Bank holidays: collections may shift by a day.
• Missed bins: crews will only return if you report within the council’s timeframe.
• Wrong week: putting out the wrong bin type means crews won’t collect it.

What to do if your bin isn’t collected

If your bin was put out on the right day and still not emptied, report it via the Mole Valley online form. If you miss the reporting deadline or your bin was refused, you can book a private bin collection for the same or next day.

FAQs: Dorking bin collection calendar

How do I know which week is recycling in Dorking?

Check the official Mole Valley online calendar by entering your postcode. It shows which week is recycling and which is general waste.

Does food waste get collected every week in Dorking?

Yes, food waste is collected weekly, regardless of whether it’s a recycling or general waste week.

What happens if I put the wrong bin out?

Crews won’t empty it. You’ll need to wait until the correct week, or book a private wheelie bin emptying.

Do bank holidays change the Dorking bin calendar?

Yes, collections may move by a day. Always check Mole Valley’s updates for your postcode.

Can I get a same-day bin collection in Dorking?

Yes. General waste, recycling, food, and garden waste bins can all be cleared by Missed Bins.

Related guides:
Which bin goes out this week? ·
What goes in which bin? ·
Dorking missed bin collection service