Welcome to Congleton

Litter receptacles that other towns can only ever dream of. Lovingly personified.

Chronicling the Bins of Congleton so you don't have to.
Since I took that first photograph of a bin in Congleton Park back in January 2024 and posted it on instagram, 'Bins of Congleton' has become something of a love letter to the place I call home.

I continue to trek the hundreds of streets, rows of shops, green spaces, churchyards and alleyways in a bid to photograph and rate every bin in Congleton. 

I firmly believe these inconspicuous pieces of street furniture are the golden nuggets that help give our wonderful town oodles of character and charm. The mission continues!

Thanks for your support, Andy.


Rating the Bins

Each bin is rated across 5 criteria, with a possible maximum score of 25

Personality

5* Example: Bindiana Jones

Does the bin ooze character, style and originality? Is it adding charm to Congleton, even a touch of humour?

Pristine

5* Example: Sir Binston Churchill

How well maintained, clean and cared for is the bin? Is it welcoming and attractive to the user?

Placement

5* Example: Justbin Timberlake

To what extent does the bin complement it's environment? Ultimately, is it the 'right bin in the right place'?

Popularity

5* Example: Binini

Assessing the general regular usage of the bin and the demand placed upon it. If it was gone, would it be missed?

Performance

5* Example: R2D2

Measuring the bin's ability to fulfil its primary functions. Is it reliable, able to keep litter dry and contained?

The Debinitive Collection

On a mission to capture every litter receptacle in Congleton.

I am adding each bin in the order I photographed them

  • Victoriana

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2025 Charity Calendar

I produced a charity calendar showcasing 12 of Congleton's finest litter receptacles, which raised £780 for local children's charity, Visyon. Hot News - there WILL BE a 2026 calendar!

 

 

Contact

  • Congleton, UK

Drop me a message and I'll be back in touch. Thanks, Andy.