Green Garden Bin Collections

The garden waste collections operate between the start of February and the end of November each year, each eligible household can request to be supplied with a new 240-litre wheelie bin specifically for the garden waste. This service complements our existing kerbside recycling collection operation and the Eastern Civic Amenity Site will continue to provide the large garden waste skips.

What can I put in my green bin?

You can put the following items in your garden waste bin: grass cuttings, hedge cuttings, leaves, bark and tree pruning’s, twigs and small branches up to 5cm (2”) across, bedding from herbivore pets (e.g. rabbits, guinea pigs), cut flowers, plants and weeds.

We cannot accept: any household waste, paper/card, raw/cooked food, plastic bags and any cat or dog waste.

Please note: any contamination placed in the bin may result in it not being collected and repeated contamination may result in the service being withdrawn.

How do I request a green bin?

You can request a green Garden waste bin by contacting 696445 or email recycling@douglas.gov.im, requests received will be planned into the delivery schedule. Anyone who is still waiting for a new garden bin or if you wish to take up the service, please contact the Waste Team.