
Christmas decorations and presents
Here are some ideas gathered together, on a Pinterest board, for Christmas decorations that can be made by recycling waste.
Kate has had a go at making the ‘gingerbread’ decorations and Christmas card baubles. She has also made the gnomes from old jumpers and scrap fabric stuffed with filling from old pillows.



Waste – Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
The Climate Action Stokesley and Villages group held their first themed evening on 19th November 2019. Tracey Flint, Hambleton District Council’s recycling officer explained what happens to the waste in Hambleton and what plans there are for helping people to reduce waste.
Presentation
Questions and answers
The Climate Action Stokesley and Villages group are promoting ways to reduce, reuse and recycle in the local area.
Reduce waste through, for example: identifying shops that will allow customers to take their own containers to be filled and promoting water bottle refilling.
Find out more about the new plastic free shop in Stokesley by watching the video Mike Newton, a group member, put together.
Reuse through, for example:
- sharing ideas for re-using materials
- identifying businesses or individuals who undertake repairs and maintenance of household items
- calling for the reinstatement of an area at the local recycling centre for items that can be repaired /reused
Recycle through, for example:
- publishing details of how and what to compost
- highlighting where different items can be recycled
- encouraging local councils to use recycled products
- supporting recycling at events such as Stokesley Show

Litter picking
If you are interested in litter picking in the Great Ayton area then the Parish Council has equipment that can be borrowed which makes the job easier. Contact us for more details.
Key documents/links
- What can be recycled though Hambleton District Council’s kerbside collection
- Stokesley Recycling Centre
- Local specialist recycling collection points
- Allerton Waste Recovery Park
- Information on the Co-op’s food packaging and recycling
