Garden waste collection service
Garden waste permits are now on sale for 2025 to 2026. The new permit is valid from 1 September 2025 until 31 August 2026. Current 2024 to 2025 permits are valid until 31 August 2025.
The Garden Waste Collection season runs from 1 September to 31 August each year with a winter break in December, January and February. It is not a statutory service and is therefore not included in Council Tax.
You will need a permit to receive Garden Waste collections.
- up to 3 Garden Waste permits can be purchased per household
- you can apply throughout the year, although the £48.95 charge still applies
- there are no concessions or reduced rates
Apply for a permit
To purchase a permit for the collection year 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2026, you can apply online.
Garden waste bins
Check your collection days and download your calendar
Order a replacement garden waste bin
What you can put in your garden waste bin
Other ways to recycle your garden waste
The Garden Waste Collection Service is an optional service. You can still take your garden waste along to your local Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC) free of charge. Find your nearest HWRC that can accept garden waste.
If you have a garden waste bin you no longer require, you can take it to your local Household Waste Recycling Centre. Alternatively, we can collect them from your home. Contact recycle@highland.gov.uk
We would encourage everyone to recycle as much as possible and reduce waste. You might want to consider getting a compost bin for garden waste. By composting at home, you can reduce the amount of waste you produce. Advice on home composting.