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How to recycle wrapping paper

Paper gift wrap without plastic film, foil, glitter or heavy decoration.

Other names include Christmas wrapping paper, gift wrap, present paper.

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    Collection and take-back services

    Use these services if no nearby place lists wrapping paper.

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    How to recycle wrapping paper

    Reuse good sheets. Plain paper wrap may be recyclable, but shiny, foil-backed and glittered wrap often is not.

    Possible recycling routes
    Recycling centres and tipsPaper and card banksLocal recycling sitesBring banks and recycling pointsHousehold waste recycling centres

    Prepare wrapping paper for recycling

    • Remove tape, ribbons and bows
    • Keep paper clean and dry
    • Use the scrunch test only as a rough guide and follow council rules

    What must stay out

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

    • Foil, plastic-coated and glittered wrap is often excluded
    • Tissue paper can be too weak for recycling
    • Local paper rules decide acceptance

    Types of site to check

    These site types can list wrapping paper. 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.

    • Paper and card banks

      Public containers for clean paper and cardboard. Some sites use one mixed container while others keep paper and card separate.

    • Local recycling sites

      Small recycling points for selected materials. They are often in supermarket, council or community car parks, and each site has its own accepted list.

    • Bring banks and recycling points

      Small public recycling sites with separate containers for selected materials. They are often in supermarket, council and community car parks.

    • 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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    Questions about recycling wrapping paper

    Where can I recycle wrapping paper?
    Enter your postcode in the local finder to search recycling centres and tips and paper and card banks and local recycling sites and bring banks and recycling points 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 wrapping paper for recycling?
    Reuse good sheets. Plain paper wrap may be recyclable, but shiny, foil-backed and glittered wrap often is not.

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