What we do - Vegetation

Grass cutting

We cut the grass in urban and rural areas in East Sussex. In most cases, urban areas are built up places with speed limits of 20, 30, or 40 mph.

We would class all other areas as rural. (Please note there are some exceptions to this.)

When will my grass be cut?

Please see the attached links below to check when your area will be cut- we update this regularly. 

Urban grass cutting schedule
Rural grass cutting schedule

Why do we not pick up grass clippings?

As standard, we do not collect clippings following grass cutting. Grass clippings are relatively short & mulch down quickly which also slows down regrowth. Raking up, loading, transporting & getting rid of grass cuttings would also increase the cost of the grass cutting substantially.

Why have the edges not been strimmed?

Strimming usually takes place within 24 hours of the grass being cut.

Why has the grass verge outside my house not been cut?

There are several reasons why the grass may not have been cut:

  • If the area is a designated Wildlife site it will only be cut once the annual flowering has completed. These areas are usually cut in September. You can find out more about it on our wildlife verge page.

  • If the area is cut by the Town or Parish Council.

  • If the section of grass is on private land.

Report a problem

If you think the problem is an emergency please call us on 0345 60 80 193. If it is not an emergency you can report it easily online here.

Report a problem online