Useful contacts for recycling
There are lots of small items which are rarely recycled by Councils. Much of the following information comes from the Quakers ‘Walk cheerfully, Step lightly’ excellent booklet.
Clear Plastic Envelopes
Only clear covers made from polythene (this stretches slightly when pulled) can be recycled. Remove any paper labels and sticky tape. Send to:
R R Flexo, 8 Concorde Road, Norwich, NR6 6BW.
Brita cartridges
You can send 6 or more of these in a jiffy bag back to Brita for recycling:
Brita Recycling, Freepost, TK1917, Sunbury on Thames TW16 5BR.
Tetrapaks
Some councils will now recycle these. Otherwise they can be sent back by post to specific recycling plant.
ACE UK Information on how to recycle tetrapaks.
Community Waste Network East with a list of useful contacts.
Bikes
Re-Cycle Sending unwanted bikes to Africa
Computers
Computer Aid Sending refurbished computers to developing countries
Glasses
Vision Aid Overseas This charity refurbishes donated glasses for use in developing countries. Check with local opticians to find one that supports this work.
Stamps
A number of charities will accept used stamps (though ordinary 1st and 2nd class are of little value)
RNIB The Royal Institute for the Blind
The Leprosy Mission Encouraging children to collect stamps for them
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These burn really well - so find a friend with a woodburner if you don't have a recycling facility