Find places to recycle scrap metal near you

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How to recycle scrap metal

Use the recycling centre scrap metal container. Keep electrical items, batteries, gas cylinders and sealed containers separate.

Possible recycling routes

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Prepare scrap metal for recycling

• Remove easy non-metal parts
• Drain and clean safe containers
• Cover sharp edges for transport

What must stay out

Keep these items separate and check the site rules before you travel.

• Gas cylinders and fire extinguishers do not belong in scrap metal
• Vehicles and commercial quantities need specialist services
• Items contaminated with oil or chemicals need another route

Types of site to check

These site types can list scrap metal. Each provider sets its own limits and access rules.

• Recycling centres and tips

  Council recycling centres accept many types of household waste. Check the council rules for booking, permits, proof of address, vehicle access and charges before travel.

• Specialist recycling schemes

  Collection services for items that most household recycling bins cannot accept. Schemes can use shops, postal returns or limited public drop-off points.

• Specialist disposal services

  Services for waste that needs controlled handling or a dedicated collection route. Check the official service before you move or transport the item.

• Household hazardous waste services

  Council sites and collection services for household materials that can harm people or the environment. You must check the local service before travel.

• Household waste recycling centres

  Council-run sites that accept many types of household recycling and waste. Local rules can cover booking, proof of address, vehicle permits and charges for some DIY waste.

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• Bicycles

  Adult and children's bikes, bike frames and reusable bicycle parts.

• Fire extinguishers

  Used, expired or unwanted household fire extinguishers and small fire suppression cylinders.

• Gas bottles and cylinders

  Refillable or disposable household gas cylinders for barbecues, camping, heating and carbonated drinks.

• Metal cans and packaging

  Empty steel and aluminium food tins, drinks cans, clean trays and household metal packaging.

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Questions about recycling scrap metal

Where can I recycle scrap metal?

Enter your postcode in the local finder to search recycling centres and tips and specialist recycling schemes and specialist disposal services and household hazardous waste services and household waste recycling centres near you. Check the provider page before you travel because item lists and access rules can change.

How should I prepare scrap metal for recycling?

Use the recycling centre scrap metal container. Keep electrical items, batteries, gas cylinders and sealed containers separate.