Local Services

Troston Parish Council are happy to include information on local businesses on this website but these are purely listings and should not be construed as recommendation. See separate page on The Troston Economy.

Flooding and Drainage 

Information on a number of different flooding and drainage issues (such as ditches, highway drainage, and the responsibilities of private owners) can be found here.

The Suffolk Care Services Directory contains comprehensive information on social care in Suffolk.It includes an introduction to:What care services are on offer near you. Useful information on paying for care, Staying independent and  a lists of care providers in Suffolk. Get a free copy of the Suffolk care directory you can call 01223 207770

Transport

The bus service 332 stops at the bus shelter at Capel Close. Most recent timing, click Timetable . 

Taxis

There are a number of taxi services in the Bury St Edmunds area including:

• - A1 Cars: Tel 01284 766 777 or click here https://a1cars.co.uk/
  • - Getaway Cars: Tel 01284 701 999 or click here https://firststoptravel.net/
  • - Moreton Heights (Airports) - Tel 07563 896509 or click here https://www.moretonheights.com/blank-page

Rubbish Collection

Rubbish is collected every Tuesday, though this may be delayed a day or two when preceded by a Public Holiday.  St Edmundsbury Borough council operates a three bin system with:

• Blue bins for dry recyclables
• Brown bins for compostable garden waste (there is a charge for this) West Suffolk garden-waste information
• Black bins for the remaining domestic waste.

Bins are collected on alternate weeks (black bins one week with blue and brown bins the next).  More information, including what can be placed in each bin, can be found here.   

Dog Poo bins: there are 3 of these (Playing Field, Church Lane and Troston Wood). These are included on a separate collection schedule, which will usually be on a Wednesday.  If you notice a bin has not been emptied please email The Clerk.