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Current events and news
Christmas Tree Composting
We are offering a free Christmas tree composting service on Sunday 4th January between 0900 and 1400 at Victoria Avenue and Burfields Road.
Don't forget to have a look at Green Santa's Recycling Tips for more recycling idea's.
Christmas and New Year 2008 - 2009 rubbish and recycling collections day changes
| Normal day | Revised |
|---|---|
| Monday 22 December | Saturday 20 December |
| Tuesday 23 December | Monday 22 December |
| Wednesday 24 December | Tuesday 23 December |
| Thursday 25 December | Wednesday 24 December |
| Friday 26 December | Saturday 27 December |
| Monday 29 December | Monday 29 December (no change) |
| Tuesday 30 December | Tuesday 30 December (no change) |
| Wednesday 31 December | Wednesday 31 December (no charge) |
| Thursday 1 January | Friday 2 January |
| Friday 2 January | Saturday 3 January |
Winter opening hours at the HWRC
The Household Waste Recycling Centre started its winter opening hours with effect from 1st October. The hours will be 8am - 4pm. Please ensure you arrive at the site in plenty of time to dispose of your waste before the site is due to close for the day.
