Recycle

When you move, don't just dump all your old items. Think green and ask yourself, can this be recycled or reused?

Have a look below at a few suggestions for recycling and reusing your old things.

Help a local charity

Most of us have too many things. If you've run out of space, or have no need for your stuff, why not take it to a local charity shop?

As long as they are in a reasonable condition, you can donate your old:

• Baby, children and adult clothes
• Books
• CDs
• Furniture
• Electrical goods.

Some charity shops collect for free. Not all, but some will also take electrical goods.

Recycle - Household waste and recycling centres

Don't just dump. Why not recycle?

Household waste and recycling centres can be found across Nottingham. They include:

• Redfield Road, Lenton Industrial Estate (NG7 2UJ)
• Hollinwood Lane, Calverton (NG14 6NR)
• Wigwam Lane, Hucknall (NG15 7TD)

Home collection services

Some charities/ companies will collect your goods from home. The services available include:

• Buying a new appliance? The company you are buying from may collect your old one
• Charities may want your second hand furniture and appliances if they are in good condition. Try the Family First Furniture Recycling Service on 0800 013 0497
• Why not ‘freecycle’ your goods to someone local who needs them? To find out how visit www.freecyclenottingham.co.uk

Council collection service

Nottingham City Council collects all furniture, electronic goods, garden waste and white goods free of charge. To arrange a collection, or to get more details, call the Customer Services Contact Centre on 0115 915 2000 or visit www.nottinghamcity.gov.uk

Want some tips on how best to pack your things? Look at our Tips on packing page.