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Current subscriptions expire on 31 March 2026, and households that wish to continue receiving collections from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027 are encouraged to renew as soon as possible.
Subscription costs
The subscription rate for the forthcoming year is:
- £70 per garden waste bin (maximum of two bins per household)
- For households unable to have a bin: £70 for three garden waste bags (maximum of six bags)
How to renew or sign up
Residents can subscribe online at: www.n-somerset.gov.uk/gardenwaste
Those without internet access can ask a friend or relative for help or visit any North Somerset library, where free WiFi and public computers are available. Payments cannot be taken in person at council offices.
Residents are encouraged to provide an email address when subscribing so they can receive future service updates.
A 75% discount is automatically applied for eligible households, including those receiving council tax reduction, living in student‑only households, receiving a severe mental impairment discount, or entitled to an armed forces exemption.
Permits and collections
After renewing, permits should arrive in the post within 15 working days.
- Bin customers will receive one permit sticker per bin, printed with their address.
- Bag customers will receive one permit tag for every three bags, with space to write their address.
Recycling and waste calendars can be viewed or downloaded at: www.n-somerset.gov.uk/calendar Residents can also download the free North Somerset app to receive bin‑day reminders. Download the app here: www.n-somerset.gov.uk/app
If residents choose not to renew, no action is needed. Collections will automatically stop after 31 March 2026. Residents who no longer want their garden waste bin can request its removal on the council's website.
Other ways to manage garden waste
- Home composting: Advice available at www.n-somerset.gov.uk/composting
- Recycling centres: Garden waste can be taken free of charge.
A new booking system is being introduced: - Weston-super-Mare bookings opened on Monday 2 February
- Portishead and Backwell bookings open Monday 2 March
Check details and opening times: www.n-somerset.gov.uk/recyclingcentres
For more information, contact the Recycling and Waste team at: gardenwaste@n-somerset.gov.uk