Recycling news and events

Garden waste tips

As spring arrives, many residents will be preparing their gardens for the warmer months ahead. Common seasonal jobs include mowing the lawn, trimming hedges, sweeping up fallen leaves and removing plants that have not survived the winter.

Garden waste from these activities can be placed in your brown garden waste bin. Collections usually take place every other week during the summer, with a reduced schedule during the winter months.

The collected material is then composted and returned to the soil, helping to support future plant growth.

If you do not currently have a brown bin, you can request one free of charge through the bin requests page.

Upcoming food waste and recycling events   

30 April, 12noon to 2pm - Derby University Cavendish building.

6 May, 11am to 3pm - Eco fair at St Philips Church.

9 June, 10am to 12noon - Warm Welcome Café, Blagreaves Lane.