Rowans Hospice Christmas Tree Collections initiative returns to reduce waste while raising funds for the charity
The Christmas Tree Collections will be taking place Thursday, 8, Friday, 9 and Saturday 10 January 2026, with the support of TJ Waste, Michael Reed & Co Ltd.
On Thursday, 8, Friday, 9 and Saturday 10 January 2026 residents in dedicated PO-postcodes can have their real Christmas tree collected and recycled hassle-free while also supporting Rowans Hospice at the same time.
The Rowans Hospice Christmas Tree Collection service must be booked in advance by Sunday, January 4, 2026. Trees are then collected in a convenient way on either 8, 9 or 10 January to be recycled into wood-chippings and mulch. This initiative is running in partnership with Just Helping, with support from TJ Waste and Michael Reed & Co Ltd.
Local residents can book their collection using an online platform, which allows supporters to make a suggested donation of £20 to support Rowans Hospice at the same time.
The platform can be accessed via www.rowanshospice.co.uk/event/christmas-tree-collection/. A confirmation email will be sent upon booking, which confirms the time and date booked and instructions on where to leave the tree for collection.
Collection booking deadline: Sunday, January 4, 2026
Collection dates: Thursday, 8 January to Saturday, 10 January 2026
Trees can be collected from the following postcodes:PO1, PO2, PO3, PO4, PO5, PO6, PO7, PO8, PO9 1, PO9 2, PO9 3, PO9 5, PO9 9, PO12, PO13, PO14, PO16, PO17 5.
Yvonne Penny-Filewod, Head of Fundraising and Marketing, said: "We are absolutely thrilled to be joining other hospices across the UK in bringing back our Christmas Tree Recycling service. Following last year launch we are excited to see it grow even more this year, bringing our community together, but also providing a vital annual income stream for Rowans Hospice.
"We are incredibly grateful to our partners and local organisations who are supporting us with tree collections – their expertise and help is truly invaluable. Every penny donated for recycling your tree will go directly to support Rowans Hospice, helping families during some of their toughest times. This year we will also be supporting registered charity Key to Joy with 15% of the funds raised. Each tree recycled represents support for a local family in need.
"This is all about community – and we couldn’t do it without you. Together, we’re making a real difference!"
For more information and to book your collections, visit the Rowans Hospice website: www.rowanshospice.co.uk/event/christmas-tree-collection/