All Types of Garden Waste Collected
Our licensed carriers collect everything from a single bag of grass cuttings to a full garden clearance.
Garden Waste Removal by London Borough
Select your borough to see local pricing, recycling centre info, and get competing bids from licensed carriers in your area.
Get Garden Waste Removed in 3 Steps
Describe your job
Tell us what garden waste you need removed — volume, location, and any access notes. Takes under 2 minutes.
Receive competing bids
EA-licensed carriers in your borough bid on your job. You see their prices, ratings, and licence status.
Choose and book
Pick the best bid. Your carrier collects from your garden — no queuing at the tip, no heavy lifting.
Why You Must Use a Licensed Carrier for Garden Waste
Fly-tipping garden waste is a criminal offence in the UK
As the waste producer, you can be fined even if someone else dumps it
Only EA-licensed carriers are legally allowed to transport garden waste
You are responsible for checking your carrier's licence before hiring them
Every carrier on RubbishBids is verified with the Environment Agency.
We check every Waste Carrier Licence before any carrier can bid on your job — so you are always protected.
Garden Waste Removal in London — Common Questions
What counts as garden waste in London?
Garden waste includes grass cuttings, hedge and shrub trimmings, leaves, branches, weeds, soil, turf, bark, and plant material. It does not include treated wood, rubble, or household rubbish. Licensed carriers on RubbishBids can collect all types of garden waste and ensure it is disposed of legally.
Do I need a licensed carrier to remove garden waste?
Yes. Under the Environmental Protection Act 1990, anyone transporting waste — including garden waste — must hold a valid Waste Carrier Licence issued by the Environment Agency. As the waste producer, you can be fined if your waste is illegally dumped, even if you hired someone else to remove it. All carriers on RubbishBids are EA-verified.
How much does garden waste removal cost in London?
Garden waste removal in London typically costs £60–£250 depending on volume, access, and location. A single load of grass cuttings or hedge trimmings usually costs £60–£100. Larger clearances with soil, branches, or multiple loads start from £120–£250. Use RubbishBids to get competing bids from local licensed carriers.
Can my London borough council collect garden waste?
Most London boroughs offer a paid garden waste collection subscription (typically £50–£100/year) for brown bin collections. However, these services have strict item limits, require pre-booking, and only collect from the kerbside. Licensed carriers via RubbishBids collect from your garden directly, with no item limits, and same-day availability.
Can I take garden waste to a recycling centre myself?
Yes, most London boroughs have household waste recycling centres (HWRCs) that accept garden waste for free. However, van access often requires advance booking, and you must unload everything yourself. Licensed carriers on RubbishBids handle the entire process — loading, transport, and legal disposal — on your behalf.
Is garden waste recycled or sent to landfill?
Licensed waste carriers are required to dispose of garden waste responsibly. Most garden waste collected in London is composted or processed into biomass energy. RubbishBids only works with EA-licensed carriers who comply with UK waste regulations, ensuring your garden waste is handled sustainably.
Ready to Clear Your Garden?
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