Garden Waste Removal in London: Options and Costs

Garden waste covers a wide range of green and organic materials:

• Green waste: Grass clippings, hedge trimmings, leaves, weeds, flowers
• Woody waste: Branches, tree stumps, logs, bark
• Soil and turf: Topsoil, subsoil, turf rolls
• Hard landscaping: Paving slabs, bricks, concrete (classified as hardcore/rubble)
• Garden structures: Old sheds, fencing, decking, trellises
• Garden furniture: Broken outdoor chairs, tables, parasols

Most London boroughs offer garden waste collection, but the service varies:

• Free green bin: Some boroughs include garden waste in regular collections
• Subscription service: Others charge £50–£90/year for a fortnightly green bin
• Bag collection: Some accept garden waste in council-provided sacks
• Seasonal: Green waste collection may not run in winter months

Limitations: Council services won't take soil, rubble, tree stumps, or large quantities. They also won't come into your garden — waste must be at the front.

London has household recycling centres (also called tips or dumps) where you can drop off garden waste for free. However:

• Many require booking in advance
• Vehicle restrictions — Vans and trailers may need permits or be banned
• Quantity limits per visit
• You do all the loading and transporting

Fine for small amounts, but impractical for a full garden clearance.

For anything beyond a few bags, professional garden waste removal is the fastest and most convenient option. Terra Waste garden clearance includes:

• All loading and lifting — We clear from anywhere in the garden
• Green waste, soil, rubble, and structures — We take it all
• Same-day availability — Same-day collection when you need it fast
• From £65 — Based on load size, no hidden fees
• Eco-friendly — Green waste composted, 97% recycled overall

Typical costs for garden waste removal in London: See our full pricing page for details.

Terra Waste covers all London boroughs for garden waste clearance — from Richmond and Hounslow to Greenwich and Barnet. Get a free quote — we respond within 30 minutes during business hours.