20th February 2026
Spring is coming – and so is your chance to give your garden a natural boost! South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils are inviting residents to collect free, nutrient-rich compost at special giveaway events this March. It’s the perfect way to recycle, reduce waste and grow something great!
Event Details:
- Saturday 7 March – 9am to 11am – Howbery Business Park, Benson Lane, Wallingford, OX10 8BA
- Sunday 8 March – 9am to 11am – White Horse Leisure and Tennis Centre (overflow car park), Audlett Drive, Abingdon, OX14 3PJ
The councils’ friendly Waste and Recycling Team will be on hand to answer your composting questions and share top tips for greener living.
How it works:
- Bring your own bags and spade.
- Collect up to three bags of compost per household.
- Available while supplies last.
Helping residents access compostable material recovered from the waste process is part of the councils’ Rethinking Waste – Waste Resources and Street Cleansing Strategy 2024, which focuses on the key themes of reduce, reuse, recycle and recover.
By turning food and garden waste into compost at home, it helps to reduce the amount of waste that needs to be collected.
Cllr Sue Cooper, Cabinet Member for Environment at South Oxfordshire District Council, said: “Composting is a simple, sustainable way to give back to the earth. We’re delighted to offer residents free compost to help their gardens thrive while reducing waste.”
Cllr Robert Clegg, Cabinet Member for Environmental Services, Climate Action and Nature Recovery at Vale of White Horse District Council, added: “This giveaway is a great example of how we can work together to make the most of our resources. Grab your bags, come along and help to grow a greener future.”
Don’t miss out – mark your calendar and join us for a greener spring!
