Recycling collections were missed on Broad Highway in Wheldrake on Thursday 2 April 2026 after roadworks prevented access for collection vehicles. The City of York Council confirmed the disruption, advising residents to keep their containers out for collection as crews plan to return to the street as soon as possible.
The council updated its official waste collection information page regarding the incident at 4:00pm on 2 April. Updates regarding known service issues are typically posted on this page Monday to Friday by 5:00pm.
The local authority only returns to collect missed recycling if the entire street was missed, or if the resident is subscribed to the assisted collection service. Residents living on Broad Highway who believe their collection was missed and do not fall into these categories are encouraged to report it through the official council website.
This incident follows broader concerns about local traffic, as the village of Wheldrake is preparing for significant upcoming road closures. The council has announced that various roads in the village will be closed for resurfacing work between 12 April and 4 May 2026.
Currently, the council is also seeking public feedback on potential changes to household recycling methods as part of a review consultation running from 23 March until 1 May 2026. Residents wishing to participate can find more details on the council’s consultation website.
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