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Bin Collections & Recycling Centres to Operate as Normal Over the August Bank Holiday Weekend

26 August 2026

Derry City and Strabane District Council is advising the public of service arrangements for the upcoming August Bank Holiday on Monday 31st August 2026

Bin collections and Recycling Centres will operate as normal on Bank Holiday Monday. Residents are reminded to leave out their bins for collection as usual. The Council encourages everyone to continue recycling and to use Blue and Brown bins correctly to help reduce waste over the bank holiday weekend.

Council offices on Strand Road, Derry, and the Derry Road offices in Strabane will be closed on Monday 31st August for the public holiday and will resume normal service on Tuesday 1st September 2026.

Registry Offices in both Derry and Strabane will also be closed on Monday 31st August, reopening on Tuesday 1st September 2026.

All Council-owned Leisure Centres and services are open as normal on Monday 31st August 2026. Guildhall Derry and Tower Museum will both be open as normal and welcoming visitors over the Bank Holiday weekend. Council-owned cemeteries will also remain open and operational daily from 8:00am to 8:00pm as normal.

The Council’s Out of Hours Service for dog attacks on persons or animals will be available across the holiday. To report an incident, contact 07734 128096. While there is no obligation for the Council to respond to other matters outside normal hours, the Dog Warden may assess and respond to serious voicemails left on this number.

All Council parks and greenways will be open over the Bank Holiday weekend, and the public is encouraged to enjoy outdoor spaces responsibly, keeping areas clean and safe by using bins provided.

Mayor of Derry City and Strabane District Council, Cllr Grace Uí Niallais, encouraged everyone to enjoy the long weekend while making the most of the services available:

“I wish everyone in our community a safe and enjoyable August Bank Holiday. Whether you're spending time with family and friends, enjoying our parks and greenways, or visiting local attractions, I encourage everyone to make the most of the long weekend. Please continue to recycle where possible and help keep our city and district clean, welcoming and enjoyable for all.”

For the most up-to-date information on services, visit the Council’s website www.derrystrabane.com/bankholidayhours or follow us on social media.

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