Spring has officially sprung, and with it comes the inevitable burst of garden growth. While it’s wonderful to see our outdoor spaces come to life again, it’s also the time of year when hedges thicken, lawns grow quicker than we can mow, and it really doesn’t take long for things to get out of hand.
If your garden is growing faster than you can keep up with, now is the time to act – before things escalate and the task becomes overwhelming. And while many households opt for their council’s garden waste collection service, those little green bins fill up fast when you’re deep into a thorough garden blitz. Anyone who’s tackled a big pruning session or cleared an overgrown patch knows that one or two bins just won’t cut it.
Why a Skip is Ideal for Garden Waste
Garden bags and green bins can be useful, but when you’re tackling a serious garden refresh, hiring a skip is a game-changer. Wellington Waste’s Mini Skip (2 cubic yards) can hold the equivalent of more than eight standard 180L garden bins full of waste – making it a far more efficient solution for bigger jobs.
Whether you’re cutting back trees and hedges, clearing weeds, replacing lawn turf, or finally pulling up those old rotting fence panels, a skip gives you the freedom to keep working without constantly stopping to deal with rubbish.
Skip Hire vs Council Collection
Even if you’ve paid for a council garden waste collection, you’re still limited to how much you can put out each week or fortnight. With a skip, there’s no waiting around for collection days, no stuffing bags to bursting, and absolutely no need to load soggy, heavy garden bags into your car (and deal with the mess afterward).
Let’s be honest – no one wants to risk waterlogged bags dripping mud and mulch all over their boot or back seat, especially when the Great British weather is doing what it does best.
What Garden Waste Can You Put in a Skip?
You can dispose of most non-hazardous garden waste, including:
- Grass clippings and weeds
- Branches and prunings
- Leaves and hedge trimmings
- Soil and turf (in moderation)
- Plant pots, wooden fence panels, and even small amounts of rubble or concrete from old garden features
What Happens to Garden Waste?
At Wellington Waste, we’re committed to making sure your garden waste is handled responsibly. Once your skip is collected, the contents are sorted at our waste transfer station. Organic material is separated and sent on for composting or recycling, helping to reduce landfill and support the circular economy. Anything that can’t be recycled is disposed of safely and responsibly in accordance with environmental regulations.
Got a Trailer or Van? Use Our Weighbridge
If you’ve got the means to transport your garden waste yourself, our on-site weighbridge is a great option for disposing of bulk waste quickly. Just load up your vehicle, drop by during opening hours, and we’ll take care of the rest. It’s a handy alternative if a skip isn’t quite the right fit for your job.
So, if your garden is growing out of control, or you’re planning a big outdoor makeover, a skip might be the simplest, cleanest, and most efficient solution. Check out our skip sizes today and let Wellington Waste help you reclaim your outdoor space.
📞 Call us on 01823 664628 or visit wellingtonwaste.co.uk to book your skip.
