Community composting

Community composting brings together local groups and individuals to enable them to produce compost from local green / food waste and distribute it back to their members.  Community compost sites are run on a not-for-profit basis.

What are the benefits of community composting?

• Reduces biodegradable waste going to landfill or incineration
• Turns a locally arising 'waste' problem into a locally available resource
• Provides training, employment and volunteering opportunities as well as education and awareness raising
• A more sustainable alternative to compost containing peat

Where are the community composting sites in Gloucestershire?

We currently support these community composting sites:

• Bisley Community Compost Scheme
• South Cerney

More information

Are you interested in finding out more about setting up your own community compost site? Contact us at waste@gloucestershire.gov.uk.

You can find a comprehensive guide to starting a community compost site here.