From 13 January, residents can pay for their licence for the 2026 garden waste collection service.
A licence for the 2026 season costs £52 for collections between March and early December. This provides a cost-effective way for people to dispose of garden waste.
The licence covers one 240-litre wheelie bin to be emptied fortnightly. Anyone who wants to have more than one bin emptied, will need to pay for a licence for each additional bin. Residents can also pay for a licence at any time throughout the season but are encouraged to do so before the start of the service in March as the cost will remain the same.
Once paid, a licence pack should arrive within 14 days.
Residents can pay for a licence online, which is straightforward and takes just a few minutes to complete. Alternatively, they can pay by telephone or we would be happy to help them complete the form in person at one of our offices or at a local library.
Anyone who doesn’t wish to use the service can take their garden waste to one of the household waste and recycling centres or compost at home. They can also purchase a home compost bin for as little as £15 (plus delivery).