Commercial Waste Collection in Camden
Over 2,000 Camden businesses already rely on First Mile to keep their waste compliant, their streets clear and their recycling effortless.
Running a business in Camden means working within strict council time-bands and busy central streets. First Mile makes Camden business recycling straightforward, reliable and fully compliant.
From Camden Town to Holborn, King’s Cross and beyond, cafés, offices, retailers and venues count on us to manage their waste responsibly, keep collections on time and reduce their impact.
With our contract-free service and over 50 recycling options, we’ll help your business save time, stay compliant and show customers your commitment to sustainability.
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Businesses in Camden face strict council rules and busy streets. That’s why you need a partner who understands local pressures, and First Mile does exactly that. Our services are designed around the needs of busy Camden-based businesses:
- 7-day collections planned around Camden Council’s strict time-band rules
- Ultra-low emission fleet built for ULEZ zones and busy city streets
- Flexible schedules, including multiple daily collections, with no fixed contracts
- Local support from our London-based customer care team
- Trusted by over 2,000 Camden businesses, from shops in Camden Town to offices in Holborn and venues in King’s Cross
We’re a certified B Corp and proud winners of Independent Operator of the Year 2024 – proof of our commitment to sustainability and outstanding service. Switching is quick, with fast set-up and no disruption to your business.
With First Mile, you get modern, flexible trade waste in Camden, plus reliable services that make commercial recycling simple and sustainable.
Why choose First Mile for commercial waste collections in Camden?
Thousands of businesses across Camden trust First Mile because we make business waste collection in Camden simple, sustainable and fully compliant with council rules. With flexible services and no long contracts, you’ll always have a solution that fits your business.
Here’s what you get with First Mile:
- Zero to landfill – all non-recyclable waste is sent for energy recovery, never landfill.
- Multiple daily collections – stay compliant with Camden’s strict time-bands.
- Pay-as-you-go flexibility – no fixed contracts, just recycling that fits your needs.
- 50+ recycling services – from cardboard and glass to coffee cups, food and WEEE.
- Simple online portal – order sacks, book collections and track everything in one place.
- Digital reporting – full compliance records and insights to cut carbon.
- 5-star customer care – our London-based team is here to help whenever you need it.
- Trusted reputation – thousands of reviews from businesses across London.
With First Mile, you get more than a waste contractor. You get a partner who makes borough-compliant waste collection straightforward, cost-effective and planet-friendly.
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Tell us what you need, and we’ll get you set up fast. Whether you’re a small café or a large office, our team will match you with the right services so you can start recycling straight away.
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Simpler Recycling is a new law requiring businesses to separate specific recyclable materials for collection since April 2025. For Camden businesses, that means changes to how your waste is sorted and presented for collection.
With First Mile, you won’t need to worry. We already provide over 50 Camden recycling services, including the streams covered by Simpler Recycling, and we’ll make sure your business stays fully compliant with the new law.
Whether you run a café, shop, office or venue, we’ll provide the right bins, sacks and collections to make the transition seamless. Our digital compliance reports also give you a clear record of your recycling performance, so you’re always audit-ready.
When it comes to trade waste in Camden, not all providers offer the same flexibility. Compared to Camden Council’s service, First Mile gives your business more choice, sustainability and support.
- 7-day collections to keep your business moving
- Flexible scheduling around Camden’s strict time-band rules
- An easy-to-use online portal for orders and bookings
- Carbon impact reporting to track and improve performance
- A wider range of Camden recycling services, including food, glass, WEEE and more
- Certified B Corp status, proving our commitment to people and planet
With First Mile, you get modern, flexible business waste collection in Camden that keeps you compliant and helps your business recycle more.
Join over 2,000 Camden businesses already recycling smarter with First Mile. With fast set-up, flexible collections and a zero-to-landfill guarantee, we make waste management simple, sustainable and fully compliant with council rules.
Get started today and show your customers you care about the planet.
How does First Mile keep Camden businesses compliant with council time bands?
We plan all collections around Camden Council’s strict time-band rules, so your waste is always collected at the right time. If your business has on-site storage, such as a loading bay, we can also collect outside time-band hours for extra flexibility.
Can small businesses in Camden use First Mile?
Yes. From independent cafés in Kentish Town to small shops in Belsize Park and sole traders in Gospel Oak, we work with businesses of every size. Our contract-free and pay-as-you-go options are ideal for SMEs needing flexible business waste collection in Camden.
What recycling services are most popular in Camden?
Dry Mixed Recycling, Food Waste, General Waste and Glass Recycling are the most commonly used by Camden businesses. We also provide cardboard, coffee cup, confidential shredding, WEEE and over 50 specialist recycling services.
How quickly can I start collections in Camden?
Set-up is fast and hassle-free. Once you get a quote, we’ll deliver sacks or bins quickly and schedule collections to match Camden’s council time bands, so you can start your borough-compliant waste collection in Camden straight away.
Do you offer carbon reporting?
Yes. Our digital portal gives you detailed reporting on your recycling performance and carbon impact, helping you track progress and demonstrate sustainability to customers and stakeholders.
What makes First Mile different from Camden Council’s service?
We offer 7-day collections, zero-to-landfill, more recycling streams and digital reporting. We also provide flexible scheduling with no long contracts, making it easier for Camden businesses to stay compliant and sustainable.
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We'd love to hear from you to discuss your recycling needs and provide a tailor-fit quote for your business.
