Trash Talk

What is a skip? It is not a crisp or a fun way to get around town, it is what some would call the unsung hero of the waste world. They have a bad rep for being ugly, stinky and overfilled all the time...but that is like some men we know, so don't be too harsh on it!

Skips are your go-to when you've got a load of junk to ditch – whether it's the DIY home improvement project gone wrong, the debris from that a garden makeover, or the aftermath of demolishing walls.

Also known as Prosciutto or Parma Ham to the cultured. 

Home to Saddleworth Moors and Dovestones Resevoir, the borough of Oldham has a lovely mix of old industrial history and stunning countryside. At the height of the Industrial Revolution, Oldham spun and produced more Cotton than Germany and France combined. Winston Churchill also began his political career in Oldham and we all know what he went on to do. 

There is not much worse then coming home from a long hard day and seeing your bins still full to the brim. 

We've all been there!

It's bin collection day, and you rush to get your waste out, only to find that the little blighters have come and gone without a trace. Frustrating? Sad? Might cry a little bit? Well, wipe away those tears & fear not, because missed bin collections can be resolved with ease, and we're here to guide you all the way!

This is a story all about how, my life got flipped, turned upside down, take 1 little second, just sit right there, and I will tell you how I met Karren and got on the Air. 

Get strapped in, flick the kettle on! We are going on a journey to show you how I got the call up from the vice chairman of West Ham United - Karren Brady.

Welcome to our Busy Bins Glass Recycling Guide, where we delve into the world of glass recycling and waste management. You may be thinking, 'Oh great, another boring environmental blog', let us assure you that this is not your typical snooze-fest.

This is a blog that packs a punch! We have everything from the benefits of recycling glass to the hilarious mishaps that can occur when you try to recycle the wrong things. 

We have got something exciting to show you and we want you to be the first to know! We are going to be welcoming some lovely, new additions to the family. 2 Big, Green, Waste Collecting Machines. Our beautiful Twins!

We are pleased to announce that they both weigh in at a healthy 57,320 pounds, but, we need your help. At the moment, they are loved but as of now unnamed, and this is where you come in. 

We will be launching our Busy Bins Name the Wagon competition. All you have to do to enter is visit our website at www.busybins.co.uk or enter via our social media channels.