Compost and mulch · Scotland
North Ayrshire Free Summer Compost Giveaway
Run by North Ayrshire Council
- What you get
- Free loose compost (about 60 tonnes handed out in 2026), first come first served
- Who qualifies
- North Ayrshire residents.
- Where
- Residents of North Ayrshire, including Arran and Cumbrae.
- Status
- Seasonal. Annual June giveaway; 2026 dates have passed.
- Type of payment
- Free item
What you do
Collect free loose compost made from local food and garden waste for your garden or raised beds.
Requirements
- Bring your own bag and shovel
- First come, first served
- Wear gloves and a mask and wash hands after handling
How to apply
- 1Go to one of the advertised collection points on the giveaway days (2026: Stevenston, Kilbirnie, Brodick, Millport, Largs and Irvine, 16-19 June)
- 2Arran residents collecting at the Brodick recycling centre do not need to book a slot
Timing and deadlines
Held each summer; the 2026 giveaway ran 16-19 June.
Sources
- https://www.north-ayrshire.gov.uk/news/councils-free-summer-compost-giveaway-is-back (official page)
Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
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Source: Sow, “North Ayrshire Free Summer Compost Giveaway,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/scotland/north-ayrshire-free-compost-giveaway