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The popular scheme - run in partnership with Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm, St Peter’s Hospice, Weston Hospice, North Somerset Environment Company (NSEC), Glendale Services and North Somerset Council - once again gave thousands of real Christmas trees an eco‑friendly second life while raising vital funds for local hospices.
A record year for recycling and animal enrichment
Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm repurposed and recycled around 4,000 real Christmas trees - their largest total since the project began six years ago. The donated trees provided natural enrichment for the zoo’s animals and were also chipped and reused across the site, supporting sustainable land management and reducing waste.
One of this year’s standout achievements was the creation of a unique bear mosaic, designed entirely using donated trees. The artwork showcased the creativity and community spirit behind the project while celebrating what can be achieved through collaborative environmental action.
Local hospices benefit from community generosity
Residents across North Somerset once again rallied behind the cause, helping raise tens of thousands of pounds for local hospice care.
- St Peter’s Hospice collected and recycled 1,075 trees, raising over £21,400. This funding will support 98 night nurse shifts, providing essential care to patients and families across the region.
- Weston Hospice collected 940 trees, raising £19,872.50 to help fund their crucial services for people in the local community.
A collective effort
North Somerset Council has thanked residents for the incredible participation this year, along with all partner organisations who helped make the scheme possible.
Cllr Annemieke Waite, Cabinet Member for Planning and Environment at North Somerset Council said: “Tree-cycling continues to be a shining example of how our community comes together to reduce waste, care for the environment and support much‑loved local charities.
“Huge thanks go to Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm, St Peter’s Hospice, Weston Hospice, NSEC, Glendale Services and all of our teams involved, as well as every resident who donated a tree or helped spread the word. Tree‑cycling will return next winter, ready for another fantastic year.”
The council also reminds residents that the drop‑off point at Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm is now closed. Anyone still needing to dispose of a real Christmas tree can take it to their nearest North Somerset recycling centre, where trees can be recycled with garden waste.
For more information about recycling and waste, please check out www.n-somerset.gov.uk/recycling.