Cherwell District Council

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All items will be reused for their original purpose, helping to raise money for Oxfordshire Mind, your local mental health charity. To book an Anglo collection visit, anglodoorstepcollections.co.uk/cherwell-distr…

Not only can your unwanted items get a second chance but you'll also be supporting a great cause while you're at it. Here's what you can donate: Clothing & shoes Books CDs & DVDs Children's toys (in good condition please!)

If you're having a new year declutter following the festive season, why not give your items a second life by donating them through the Anglo Doorstep Collections service?

All you need to do is make sure it is clear of all decorations and cut it in half if over 5ft tall. If you have a garden waste subscription you can place it in your brown bin, if you don't place it next your blue bin. More info at cherwell.gov.uk/tree-recycling…

Be tree-mendous this January and kick off your new year sustainably! If you have a real Christmas tree you can easily recycle it from home by putting it out on the blue bin collection week from Tuesday 6 to Friday 16 Jan.

Whether it’s a gentle walk or a fun activity, we’re ready to help you start your fitness journey. Find out more, cherwell.gov.uk/movetogether #MoveTogether #Cherwell #StayActive #healthandwellness

Our Move Together programme is designed to help people who are currently inactive or living with long-term health conditions, providing the support needed to start moving in a way that works for you.

Feeling ready to work off the festive treats but not sure where to start or need a bit of help? You’re not alone!

From turkey curries to bubble and squeak, a little creativity can turn leftovers into something truly special (and save money too!) #FestiveFood #ChristmasCooking #KitchenHacks #LoveFoodHateWaste #FestiveFeast

Over 42 million Christmas dishes are thrown in the bin and wasted. Don’t let those Christmas leftovers go to waste! Transform them into tasty new dishes - you might even create a brand-new family favourite.

Wondering how to tell if your gift wrap can be recycled? Try the scrunch test! Just crumple it in your hand, if it stays scrunched, it can go in your recycling bin, make sure to remove any glitter, bows and sellotape. If it bounces back, pop it in your green bin.

Did you know in the UK, used Christmas wrapping paper, if laid out, would stretch 238,855 miles! You can do your part in making sure your wrapping paper gets a second life by recycling it where possible.

Last call for our budget consultation! It closes at 11.59pm this evening. The district council's budget funds services like: bin rounds, street cleansing, housing, planning and leisure. Visit cherwell.citizenspace.com before midnight.

Due to the high levels of public interest in our budget consultation we have extended the deadline over the weekend until 23 December. Your views matter to us and we will be carefully considering all responses before any decisions are taken. Visit cherwell.citizenspace.com

So, skip the supermarket queues and head to your local market. Fill your basket with goodness, meet the people with a wide range of tasty treats, and make this Christmas a celebration of community and care. #eatseasonally #ShopLocal #SupportLocal #SustainableChristmas

From crisp apples to vibrant carrots, creamy cheeses to fresh seafood and crusty loaves to scrumptious cakes, local stalls offer quality you can taste plus, every purchase helps keep small businesses thriving and our community strong.

This Christmas, why not make your festive meals extra special by shopping at your local markets?

Garden waste collections will be suspended from Monday 22 December until Saturday 3 January. Further information can be found at, cherwell.gov.uk/christmas-coll…

Over the Christmas period there will be changes to waste and recycling collection days. Thursday 25 December will be collected on Monday 22 December Friday 26 December will be collected on Saturday 27 December Thursday 1 January will be collected on Saturday 3 January

Come and join in the fun today by shopping small, supporting all your favourite local businesses and spreading the word. #ShopSmall #SupportLocalBusiness #BuyLocal #smallbusinesssaturday

Today is Small Business Saturday! This wonderful campaign celebrates the UK’s 5.5m small businesses. Shopping local is a fab way to support small and independent businesses, each purchase makes a big difference.