Signing up for garden waste collections
If you already have a garden waste subscription, renewals will open in spring.
If you do not have a subscription, you will be able to subscribe for 2026/27 soon. Our subscriptions for 2025/26 have closed.
Garden waste collection - Paid for service
To receive this service, you must have a valid paid subscription.
Garden waste
Subscription information for our 2025/26 garden waste collection service.
Subscription details
Annual Fee: £49
Subscription Period: 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2026
This is a flat fee for the full year. There are no discounts if you join part-way through the subscription period.
How the service works
Once you’ve subscribed and made your payment, you’ll receive a permit sticker in the post. This sticker must be placed on the back of your garden waste bin, underneath the handles.
To ensure your bin is collected:
Place it at the kerbside with the sticker clearly visible to collection crews.
Only bins displaying a valid sticker will be emptied.
Your permit should arrive within 10 to 15 working days after we receive your payment.
Check the status of your permit
If you have ordered your permit, you can use our check service to see your:
- permit order status
- date of postage
- permit expiry date
Alternatives to paying for a garden waste collection
If you do not want to pay for a garden waste collection, there are other ways to manage your waste.
Garden Waste Subscription Terms and Conditions
We have detailed terms and conditions for the garden waste subscription service.