Students

Last updated: 26 September 2012 13:14 UK

Welcome to Portsmouth!

This area of our site aims to provide you with information which we hope will be useful if you are moving to, or staying, in our Great Waterfront City. Portsmouth is the UK’s premier waterfront destination with miles of sea views, stunning attractions, centuries of history, great shopping, eating and drinking all on the water’s edge. It is a city with a big heart and plenty of soul, hosting world-class events and a programme of lively arts across the city.

Some of the basics..................

Rubbish and recycling

Rubbish and recycling is dealt with differently in Portsmouth private residences to the University's Halls of Residence, so read on to make sure you know what to do.

If you live in halls

Visit the waste reduction pages of the Portsmouth University website for more information and where to find your recycling bin

If you don't live in halls

You will need to find out when your rubbish and recycling collection day is. To find out this information you can use our Refuse and Recyling postcode search.

FAQ's

What can I recycle ?

Request a recycling wheelie bin/box

Where should I leave my wheelie bin/box ?

Bulky waste special collection service

Local Recycling points around the city

Print a recycling collection calendar

Studying waste management

Non term time and holidays

If you have rubbish and recycling left when you move out, the best idea is to take it with you and make a quick stop at the Portsmouth recycling centre on your way out of the city - easy!