Sandwell swap shop at Sandwell Valley

 If you received two of the same gift this Christmas, or something you didn’t quite want, we’ve got the perfect solution! Sandwell Valley Country Park.

 It's a great way to make use of an unwanted pressie, recycle and find something new to love.

Read more about the swap shop and what you can and can't do.

Come and see us on:
 Saturday 6 January 2024
 11am - 2pm
Sandwell Valley Visitor Centre, all indoor, tables provided
Adults - £1 (Pay on the door, no booking required)
Children - Free

 Bring the whole family for a day out and explore Rabbit Village, the Victorian garden, museum and tea rooms while you’re here!

 A steward service will be available to watch over your gift table for a few moments, but we recommend bringing a friend to help out too.

Mayor’s public service recognised with MBE Many congratulations to His Worshipful the Mayor of Sandwell Councillor Bill Gavan, who has been awarded an MBE in the King's New Year Honours List. Councillor Gavan, who was one of the founders of Birmingham Pride, has been recognised for his contribution to political and public service, and to the LGBT+ community.

Wrap up warm, cold weather on the way The Met Office has issued a warning of cold weather between Saturday 6 and Friday 12 January 2024. Make sure you know how to stay warm and well. Keep your home warm Get your winter vaccines Look after yourself and others Keep your medicine cabinet stocked For helpful advice visit the council's winter warmth webpage. Why not pop into one our welcoming spaces across Sandwell? We have community buildings across Sandwell where you can sit, chat and join in the free activities.

Garden waste collections are back for 2024

From Monday 8 January you can sign up to received garden waste collections for 2024.

The subscription costs £35 and will cover 20 collections which start from Monday 18 March 2024.

If you subscribed to receive garden waste collections in 2023, you will have to renew your subscription for 2024.

To find out more visit the council's garden waste webpage.

 Whether it's already in the garden, or if you're waiting until today to take the decorations down, there are options for "treecycling" your real Christmas tree.

 Support a local charity who can collect it for you in return for a donation

 Take it to the tip where we'll turn it into compost

 Put in your garden waste bin ahead of collections starting in the spring (subscription required)

Find out more about tree recycling on our website

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