Warwickshire County Council has confirmed the opening times for recycling centres across the county.

Kenilworth's Cherry Orchard will be shut on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day, but will remain open until lunchtime on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.

For the rest of the festive period, the centre will be open 9.30am to 3pm on weekdays and from 8.30am to 4pm at weekends.

All materials, such as wood, garden waste and electrical items are available for recycling.

Booked visits are available for a 15-minute slot for a car or a car and small trailer.

Appointments can be made on the day where there is availability.

Reuse shops at Warwickshire's recycling centres will also be open during the Christmas holidays.

Opening days and times will "broadly follow the recycling centre timetable", but the charity website will carry full details on times and what materials are in demand for donations.

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Cllr Heather Timms, portfolio holder for environment and heritage and culture, said: "I want to thank householders in Warwickshire, who have also stepped up their recycling in 2023 as well as reduced general waste.

"Thanks to efforts to separate out recycling in homes up and down the county, our recycling in Warwickshire has risen.

"Information about recycling will be kept up to date on the web over the holidays, including how to book a visit to a recycling centre. The appointments lead to an efficient visit, with much-reduced queues.

"Please separate your waste streams for recycling as you pack your car. Recycling all that you can at home and at the recycling centre is one easy way for householders to cut their carbon emissions and help the environment."