What to put in your GREENbin

Yes please

  • Cuttings 
  • Flowers and plants 
  • Leaves
  • Weeds

No thanks

  • Wood or branches exceeding 100mm/4”in width 
  • Kitchen waste such as fruit and vegetables 
  • Rubbish, animal waste, cat litter or hay/straw
  • Excess soil, turf, ash, concrete, stones or rubble 
  • Plastic bags, plant pots and seed trays 
  • Notifiable plants such as ragwort and giant hogweed

Garden waste should be loose in the bin with lid fully shut.

«app Recycling Centre

Any excess garden waste can be taken to the Recycling centre. 

Call 01293 545861 with queries or for opening times.

Home composting

Home composting is still the most environmentally friendly option. Find out more about home composting or purchasing a subsidised compost bin.