2023 has finally arrived, and now that Christmas has passed, everyone is eager to get the new year off to a good start. Many people desire to clear up their homes and wonder if the tip is open today.
There is typically a lot of rubbish produced in December. People in the UK wind up with overflowing trash cans and recycling bins due to food waste, Christmas trees, present packaging, wrapping paper, and boxes.
Many individuals regularly visit the dump in January to declutter their houses in preparation for a new year, but it’s crucial to verify that the facility is open before going.
Is the tip open today?
Most tips across the UK will be open today.
While January 2 is a Bank Holiday, most rubbish and recycling sites will still be operating. They tend to be closed on December 25 (Christmas Day), December 26 (Boxing Day), and January 1 (New Year’s Day).
As you can see by the opening times at a selection of tips around the UK below, many are open today and operating regular hours:
Royal Greenwich: 9am to 4:30pm
Central Bedfordshire: 9am to 5pm
Newcastle Recycling Centre: 9am to 5pm
Avonmouth, Bristol: 8am to 4.15pm
How to check if your local tip is open
While most tips will be open today, it is always best to check in advance if your local rubbish and recycling centre is open to avoid disappointment.
Many tips also require booking in advance. To do this, head to your local council website, where you can usually find more information on opening hours, and how to book a slot at the tip. Photo taken in Brilon, Germany
How can I get rid of my Christmas tree?
If you have a real Christmas tree, they are recyclable and can be shredded into chippings.
Many councils run a Christmas tree collection service, which allows you to dispose of your tree sustainably.
You can also look for a local organisation or charity that offers a “treecycling” service. These use trees to build flood barriers in communities across the UK.
Replanting your Christmas tree in your garden is a way for you to enjoy your tree for years to come.
In 2020, Environment Minister Rebecca Pow said:
“Millions of families around the UK celebrated Christmas with a beautiful Fir or Spruce tree in their home, but when the decorations are taken down, it’s important that we dispose of trees sustainably.“
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