Garden waste

Christmas Trees 2025

Not sure what to do with your Christmas tree? We are here to help! From Monday January 6 we’ll collect real Christmas trees, for free, to recycle. To ensure collection you must:

- Leave your tree at the boundary of your property by 6am on Monday 6 January  

- Remove all decorations  

- Ensure your tree is clearly visible  

We’ll be collecting Christmas trees anytime between January 6 and 17 so please ensure your tree is placed at the boundary of your property by 6am on Monday 6 January to avoid missing collection.

Alternatively, you can take your Christmas tree and other items to Chigwell Road Reuse and Recycling Centre, just remember to check opening hours over the festive period: www.eastlondonwaste.gov.uk/chigwell-road

We are also once again working in partnership with the wonderful charity - Haven House, who are offering to collect your real christmas tree for a donation.

More details here