Drop Off & Collect+

Is there a Collect+ drop off near me?

You can find your nearest Collect+ drop off point with the online tool.

I don’t have a printer to print a label at home – what should I do?

Labels can be printed directly from the Collect+ website by clicking here if you use plastic pods. Please note that a new label, with a unique barcode, must be created for each bag you're returning. If you don't have a printer, select the Print in Store option. You will be emailed a barcode, present the barcode to the store assistant using your mobile device. They will print the label for you for FREE.

I use 2 different branded pods; can they go in the same recycling bag?

You can put any Podback-participating brand’s pods in the appropriate bag. The teal-coloured bag marked P is for plastic coffee pods or the white bag marked A is for aluminium coffee pods. If you use both aluminium and plastic pods you cannot put them in the same bag, you will need to use separate bags. This is so they can be sent to the correct reprocessing facility.

Do I need to remove the used coffee grounds before putting them into the drop off bag?

No, the coffee grounds are removed from the pods at the reprocessor. The coffee is then used as a soil improver and to create renewable energy. Please drain any remaining liquid from your used pod before adding it to your recycling bag.

Can I use the Podback kerbside collection bags for drop off? For example, with Collect+?

No. You must use the bags designed for the collection route.

I don't have a Collect+ location near me, can I send my used coffee pods directly to you?

Unfortunately, apart of the Podback Drop Off scheme, we can only pick up used coffee pods via Collect+ locations at this time.