Residents of Liverpool can recycle their real Christmas trees at designated drop-off points between January 2 and January 23, 2024. The initiative is part of a broader effort by the Liverpool City Council to promote environmentally friendly disposal of holiday trees. With the festive season winding down, households can contribute to sustainability by ensuring their trees are properly recycled.
Thirteen recycling points will be available across the city, providing convenient locations for residents. The designated areas include:
– Stanley Park, Priory Road car park (L4)
– Everton Park, Viewing Platform, Netherfield Road North (L5)
– Newsham Park, Gardener’s Drive, Sheil Road end (L7)
– Sefton Park, Review Field, Ullet Road Gate (L8)
– Croxteth Park, Oak Lane car park (L11)
– Wavertree Park, Tennis Centre car park (L15)
– Otterspool Promenade, first car park (L17)
– Calderstones Park, Calderstones Road car park (L18)
– Calderstones Park, Yew Tree Road car park (L18)
– Menlove Avenue Triangle, Menlove Gardens/Green Lane (L18)
– Long Lane Recreation Ground, Garston (L19)
– Alderfield Road, Speke, by Millwood (L24)
– Woolton High Street, Boys Club car park (L25)
In addition to these drop-off points, residents may also deliver their trees to one of the household waste recycling centres operated by the Merseyside Recycling and Waste Authority. The Otterspool Recycling Centre on Jericho Lane, Aigburth, and the Old Swan Household Waste Recycling Centre on Cheadle Avenue are both open daily from 08:00 to 17:00 during the winter months, with the exception of Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
Local charities are also stepping in to assist with tree recycling. The Woodlands Hospice will offer a Christmas tree collection and recycling service from January 5 to January 9. Each tree collected will be chipped and used to maintain the Bluebell Woods behind the hospice. Volunteers will service areas including L1 through L25, L28 to L39, and some parts of L37 and L38. A minimum donation of £15 is required for this service, and bookings can be made by calling 0151 529 2630.
Another charity, St Joseph’s Hospice, will begin collecting trees from January 17 until January 21. This initiative will also raise funds to support patient care. Collection areas include L9, L10, L11, L20, L21, L22, L23, L30, L31, L37, and L38. Residents can also drop off trees at the hospice located on Ince Road, Thornton, starting January 17. For trees under 6 feet, a £10 donation is required, while trees over 6 feet will need a £20 donation. Bookings will close on January 13, and more information is available on the hospice’s website.
As the holiday season concludes, Liverpool’s tree recycling initiative allows residents to contribute positively to the environment while supporting local charities. By participating, individuals can ensure their festive decorations are disposed of in a sustainable manner, benefiting both the community and local green spaces.
