Plastic Free Bookham

27/04/2026

The results of the Big Plastic Count are out...

16/04/2026

Save the date!

27/03/2026

As you start to get your gardens ready for the summer months, please remember that you can reduce the amount of single use plastic by following some simple tips . We believe recycling of non-black plant pots in council recycling schemes may be more widespread than Surrey as it's to do with national legislation, but haven't checked.

24/03/2026

Annoyed by litter? Surfers Against Sewage has launched a social media campaign to highlight litter from major brands. Read on to find out how you can get involved…

21/03/2026

Extra items can go in your green wheelies anywhere in Surrey as of end March! Includes the all important (non-black) plant pots which sadly Squires no longer take for recycling

Great news – your bins just got better! From 31 March 2026 you will be able to put more into your mixed recycling bin. In Surrey, aerosol cans, cartons, foil, non-black plastic plant pots and squeezy metal and plastic tubes will be able to go in your mixed recycling bin wherever you live in Surrey...

20/03/2026

This is worth a read…

16/03/2026

If you were one of the 47,000 people who signed up to take part in the Big Plastic Count, don’t forget to submit your results by the 22nd of March.

09/03/2026

Today's the day to start counting!

It's your last chance to sign up! 🚨 The Big Plastic Count starts next Monday on March 9. Join thousands of people across the country in the UK's biggest people powered investigation into household plastic waste. ✊

The data we gather will be used to hold big business and the government to account - it's time for a fair future where everyone is free from the impacts of the plastic crisis. 💚

Share with your networks, friends, family, and communities. 🔗 thebigplasticcount.com/sign-up

04/03/2026

If you haven’t signed up yet there’s still time…

25/02/2026

It’s worth taking a reusable coffee cup with you if you’re out and about. Several of the major coffee chains give a discount of up to 50p if you use your own cup and others offer extra loyalty points. You can also get 25p off in National Trust cafes as part of their drive to phase out single-use cups.