With the festivities over, the tree tree is no longer the glowing light of anticipation.

But, by recycling it, you can give it new life!

As usual, you can drop off your real Christmas trees at Punchbowl Recyling Centre.

Alternatively, local charity Hospiscare's pick-up service is covering Crediton!

On Thursday 11, Friday 12 and Saturday 13 January 2024, Hospiscare and a team of volunteers will be heading out in full force to collect and recycle Christmas trees in return for a donation to the charity.

Collections will take place with a recommended donation of £15 per tree.

Visit this page to find out more, and register your tree collection by 7 January 2024.

You can also get creative with your old tree by using it in the garden for wildlife homes or compost. If you're lucky enough to have a log fire in to cosy up in front of, it can be used as firewood!