Where to recycle in SwanageA local A to Z of what to take where

Got something you no longer need? Before it goes in the bin, there's usually a better home for it nearby. Look it up in our list below.

Repair, reuse, then recycle

Recycling is good, but it isn't the first step. Keeping something in use for longer saves the most energy, money and waste.

1. 1

   Repair it

   Fixing an item gives it a longer life and is usually the best option. Swanage's Repair Cafe is a good place to start.

2. 2

   Pass it on

   If it can't be fixed, find it a new owner through Freecycle, the town's charity shops (including the Swanage Emporium) or Dorset Reclaim for furniture.

3. 3

   Recycle it

   Use your kerbside collection first. For everything else, try the Household Recycling Centre or one of the shops in the list below.