Recyling old and broken decorations – see how to below courtesy of SCC! NB Your nearest recyling point for small electricals is Portswood Library!
Posted by Highfield Residents' Association on Dec 17, 2025 in News | 0 comments“Recycle the Season: Old or Broken Decorations 
Southampton, if you’re giving your Christmas box a pre-festive sort-out, here’s what to do with decorations you no longer want…
Still in good condition?Pass the festive joy on! Donate them to a charity shop or organise a little decoration-swap with friends or neighbours. One person’s “not quite my vibe anymore” is another person’s perfect tree topper.
Broken beyond repair?These need to go in your general waste bin… Most decorations can’t be recycled. 
BUT!If the decoration contains batteries or electrical bits (think light-up ornaments), those shouldn’t go in the bin. Take them to a recycling point instead. Find your nearest one here: https://soton.cc/recycleyourelectricals
A tiny bit of sorting now means a cleaner, greener Christmas for the whole city. 
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