Lewis-Manning Hospice Care has announced the launch of their annual Christmas Tree Collection and Recycling Service, supported by Katie Fox Estate Agents.

The campaign covers all of Bournemouth, Poole, Purbeck and Christchurch postcodes.

Over the past 5 years, the Christmas Tree Collections have raised an incredible £40,000 to change the lives of hundreds of patients and families across Dorset. The Recycling Service has also contributed significantly to environmental sustainability.  The collective effort has prevented over 20 tonnes of Christmas trees from ending up in local landfills.

Collections across BH1 – BH23 postcodes, will take place on 11th, 12th and 13th of January 2024.

Director of Fundraising Tom Goodinge commented, “We are extremely proud of what we have achieved over the last 5 years, providing a convenient and easy way for local residents to recycle their trees whilst supporting their local hospice charity.  We are very grateful to all the local businesses who have offered their help and support again this year.

Residents are encouraged to participate in this eco-friendly service by registering for their Christmas tree collection online. A £15 donation could provide 2 patients with a Christmas dinner – every donation really does make a difference.”

Katie Fox Estate Agents Director, Katie Fox said, ““We are delighted to be supporting Lewis-Manning Hospice Care’s Christmas Tree Collection and Recycling Campaign for the 3rd consecutive year. We love working with the team at Lewis-Manning and to do our bit in supporting the charity so that they can continue to deliver such vital services to local people in our community.

“We will be promoting the initiative on specially designed house boards across the area, complete with QR codes for a quick and easy sign up.”

To register your tree for collection, visit https://lewis-manning.org.uk/christmas-tree-collection/

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