UK computer recyclers and refurbishers
Refurbishing and recycling computers is an important part of a sustainable waste strategy. (Please visit our information sheet on Electronic and Electrical Equipment for further details)
There are a large number of organisations throughout the UK taking computer equipment and preparing it where possible for reuse or alternatively recycling components. This listing provides details of computer recyclers organised geographically for those who wish to dispose of IT equipment in an environmentally responsible way. Many of those listed are not for profit organisations and social enterprises who may provide benefit to the local community through employment of long term unemployed or donation of equipment or profits to individuals or organisations in need.
Waste Watch does not endorse, warrant, or guarantee the products, services or information described or offered in this listing, however please inform us if you believe that the information given is misleading.
To find a computer refurbisher in your area please use the links below:
Cleveland, Durham, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear
Cheshire, Cumbria, Gtr Manchester, Lancashire, Merseyside
North, West and South Yorkshire
Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire
Hertfordshire, Hereford, Staffordshire, Shropshire, Warwickshire, West Mids, Worcestershire
Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex
Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Kent, Oxfordshire, East Sussex, West Sussex, Surrey
Bristol, Bath, Gloucestershire, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire
Cleveland, Durham, Northumberland, Tyne and Weartop of page
1.Computer Aid International - click for details
2. Digital Links - A registered charity offering a comprehensive IT disposal service including collection and certified data erasure, your old equipment is then reused in schools across the developing world.
3. Recycling IT (Europe) Ltd
A private limited company with a strong focus towards social and charitable groups. All our employees are from the long term unemployed/ socially deprived sectors.
We accept - all IT Equipment - Base Units- no minimum specification, Monitors all sizes - no work stations, printers - all types, Keyboards Mice Cables, Network equipment, Servers. We provide documentation for duty of care responsibilities and Certificate of data shedding if this is required.
We collect - from across the UK mainland, and charge £3.60 per item (base unit, Monitor, printer, or 'box of bits'), Large items may incur a surcharge and a small fuel levy may apply for long distance work. Please ask for details. We collect a minimum quantity of 30 items but smaller quantities may be delivered to us. We serve both domestic and business users.
Contact us -
Unit 1 & 2 The John Clarke Centre, Teesport Commerce Park, Middlesbrough TS6 6UZ
01642 455466
enquiries@recycling-it.co.uk
www.recycling-it.co.uk
Cheshire, Cumbria, Gtr Manchester, Lancashire, Merseysidetop of page
1. Computer Aid International - click for details
2. Computer Disposal Ltd
CDL is one of the UK's leading asset retirement specialists. Established in 1999, CDL provides IT disposal services to over 1000 public and private sector organisations throughout mainland UK. CDL processes in excess of 8000 units per month and enjoys a client retention rate of 98.2%
We accept - PCs and laptops; servers and cabinets; monitors and terminals; network equipment; data media; UPSs; peripherals and cables; printers and fax machines; telephones including mobiles and audiovisual equipment.
We collect - From every UK mainland postcode.
Contact us
Jean Pierre Naylor
Technology Building
Rouge Farm
Bentleys Farm Lane
Higher Whitley
Warrington
Cheshire WA4 4PY
01925 730 033
sales@computerdisposals.co.uk
http://www.computerdisposals.co.uk
3. Digital Links - A registered charity offering a comprehensive IT disposal service including collection and certified data erasure, your old equipment is then reused in schools across the developing world.
4. GRP (ELECTRONIC) LTD
We are a limited company recycling IT equipment since 1996 and providing rare and obsolete spare parts to major plc's. We refurbish a proportion of equipment and carry out recycling and component reuse on all other materials and our 90% recycling target is consistently achieved. We have a close cooperation with a local company involved in computer refurbishment for charities and schools.
We accept - all computer related equipment of any age but there is a charge for processing broken monitors. There is no charge for desktop PC collection and possible payback for modern equipment.
We collect - small amounts in Greater Manchester and West Yorkshire. Larger collections are possible outside these areas.
Contact us
2 Wham Cottages
Denshaw
Saddleworth
OL3 5TZ
01457820864
pollardgraham@talk21.com
5. PC Recycler
We are a not for profit group aiming to provide free IT equipment to organisations in need and help the environment by keeping working IT equipment in use and out of landfill. Non working and unusable equipment is handled by a company specialising in recycling equipment down to component level.
We accept - computer equipment, pentium 266 and above, please contact us for further details.
We collect - free of charge for approximately 20 reusable units, please contact us for further details.
Contact us
95 Abingdon Street, Blackpool, Lancashire FY1 1PP.
01253 293258
admin@pc-recycler.fsbusiness.co.uk
www.pcrecycler.co.uk
6. Recycle-IT!
Recycle-IT! Limited is the largest national not-for-profit computer recycling company providing computers for communities. It takes unwanted industry computers and adds new software to suit the individual and then sells them as low cost alternatives to new models. Over 4000 individuals and community groups have benefited.
We accept - The minimum specification for base units is Pentium 2, and we also accept mice, keyboards, printers, cables and laptops.
We collect - please contact us for further details.
Contact us -
St Wilfreds Enterprise Centre, Birchvale Close, Hulme, Manchester M15 5BJ
0870 774 3762
george@recycle-it.ltd.uk
http://www.recycle-it.ltd.uk
North, West and South Yorkshiretop of page
1. Airedale Computer Recycling
Award winning local community enterprise and registered charity as seen on BBC Breakfast! We train and employ long term unemployed. Computers are refurbished and given free of charge to voluntary groups, charities and kids groups, scouts etc. They are also made available at discounted prices to the general public. All unused parts are recycled or disposed of responsibly at an authorised treatment facility for Wakefield and Barnsley councils. ICER accredited and an authorised Microsoft refurbisher.
We accept - IT equipment (not broken monitors) PC's, printers, copiers, mobile phones, ink cartridges and compact disks. White goods (washers, cookers, fridges, etc.) are also accepted on site for recycling.
We collect - quantities of IT equipment usually free of charge in West Yorkshire. Local householders can drop off equipment free of charge.
Contact us
The Active Centre, Stansfield Road, Airedale, Castleford, WF10 3UA
Also at 135 Barnsley Road, South Elmsall, Nr. Pontefract, WF9 2AE
01977 650700 / 01977 736283
info@airedalecomputers.com
www.airedalecomputers.com
2. Another Byte Limited
Another Byte Limited are a not for profit charitable organisation that train and work with mentally and physically handicapped individuals, from 6 years of age upwards, long term rehabilitation and long term unemployed. All computer components donated are fully recycled in accordance with the WEEE Directive. All items recycled are distributed back to schools, Voluntary / community sector groups, third world countries and the community at large.
We accept - all information technology items excluding photocopying equipment and broken monitors. Contacts us for more details.
We collect - donated equipment from throughout South Yorkshire.
Contact us
Off Market Street, Highfields, Doncaster DN6 7JE
01302 727111
info@anotherbyte.org
www.anotherbyte.org
3. Bruce Electronics Recycling
We are a company operating electronic equipment recycling in Sheffield. Light iron, copper, aluminium and PCB's are recycled and recoverable "chips" are resold. Copper cable is sent for refining.
We accept - PC's, printers, monitors, keyboards, mainframes and most office electronics equipment.
We collect - equipment from businesses, householders may drop single items off however there may be a small charge for this.
Contact us
March Street, Sheffield, S9 5DQ
0114 244 8050
janbrucemetal@aol.com
www.brucemetals.co.uk
4. Computer Aid International - click for details
5. Digital Links - A registered charity offering a comprehensive IT disposal service including collection and certified data erasure, your old equipment is then reused in schools across the developing world.
6. GRP (ELECTRONIC) LTD - click for details
7. Refurbit
We are a local authority not for profit training centre. Equipment is refurbished and donated to charity / community / voluntary groups, schools and individuals in need. All parts which can not be reused are sent to appropriate recyclers to be disposed of responsibly.
We accept - all computer related equipment , broken or working of any age or quantity excluding broken monitors.
We collect - from both householders and businesses usually at no cost throughout Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire. Alternatively equipment can be dropped at the address below.
Contact us
Wiltshire Road, Dairycoates Industrial Estate, Hull, HU4 6PA
01482 565999
Refurbit@hcctraining.co.uk
www.refurbit-uk.com
8. YCS Computers
We collect computers, Printers and I.T related equipment and re-donate to charities that we support.
We accept - all computer and IT equipment.
We collect - from households and businesses and there is no minimum quantity. We cover the Yorkshire area and arrangements could be made to pickup from other areas. There is no charge for the service.
Contact us -
124 Roundhay Road, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS8 5NA
0113 235 0174
info@ycscomputers.com
www.ycscomputers.com
Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire, Northamptonshire top of page
1. Computer Aid International - click for details
2. Digital Links - A registered charity offering a comprehensive IT disposal service including collection and certified data erasure, your old equipment is then reused in schools across the developing world.3. ELUSE (Express Link-Up Social Enterprise Unit Ltd)
We are a social enterprise and the trading arm of the Express Link-Up Children's charity. To date the charity has succeeded in putting computer equipment, networks and educational software into all 247 hospital schools in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales and given laptops to home tuition teachers to take the work into children's homes. Any equipment in a working condition is refurbished and sold on to local SMEs, schools, community groups etc. Equipment that is no longer working is either stripped down for parts or recycled. Nothing goes into landfill! We abide by the European WEEE directive and any profits are passed onto the charity.
We accept - all types of computer equipment working or broken including base units, monitors, printers, networking equipment, PCBs etc regardless of age and condition. We will accept equipment from all businesses / organisations and private individuals. Please note we make a small charge for the receipt of monitors, scanners and non-laser printers/faxes. We offer Network installation, PC MOT, Repairs / Upgrades, Branded ISP (dial-up & broadband access) & refurbished computer equipment. We can also recycle printer ink cartridges and laser toners (no Epson).
We collect - Prices are dependant on the quality, quantity & distance travelled to collect the equipment, but contact us for a quote. There is no minimum quantity for drop off. Drop off points in Nottingham and London.
Contact us -
Units 4-6 Lenton Business Centre, Lenton Boulevard, Nottingham, NG7 2BY.
0115 9791200
info@eluse.co.uk
www.eluse.co.uk
4. Environ
Environ is an independent charity working to improve the environment and the communities we live in. Environ is working to salvage, reuse and recycle as many computers as possible and to help provide those who cannot afford and don't need the latest models with access to affordable and reliable computers at home, work and school.
We accept - all IT related equipment in any condition excluding monitors with broken glass. Contact us for further details.
We collect - from businesses although householders are welcome to drop equipment off to us free of charge.
Contact us
44 Boston Road, Leicester, LE4 1AA
0116 2354488
info@br-environmental.co.uk
www.environ.org.uk
5. PCB - PLUS
We are a family run business based in Derby who specialise in the recycling of old and unwanted IT equipment. We recycle 100% of all IT equipment collected by means of materials reclamation and component reuse.
We accept - all IT and office equipment, broken or working, with the exception of smashed monitors and large photocopiers.
We collect - free from householders and businesses in the Derby area. Contact us for more details.
Contact us
Unit 24, Perkins Way, Mansfield Road, Derby, DE21 4AW
01332 366352
contact@pcb-plus.co.uk
6. Second Byte IT
We are a not for profit environmentally conscious social enterprise that provides ICT services and training for the benefit of the local community, business and organisations in northern Lincolnshire.
We accept - computer related equipment, contact us for further details.
We collect - computers and peripherals from the Northern Lincolnshire area for a small charge, contact us for further details.
Contact us
18 Warren Road, Scunthorpe, N. Lincs, DN15 6HX
01724 280055
secondbyteit@mail.com
www.secondbyteit.com
7. UK IT Recycling Ltd - click for details
8. Waycam Technologies Ltd
We are able to offer a very low cost collection service via our collection partners ANC couriers for under 20 items or larger corporate collections with our range of collection vehicles. We also give back some of our profits to local charities.
Please visit www.recycling4you.co.uk for a quotation or to book a courier collection.
We accept - computers,Monitors,TV's,Printers and all other electrical equipment.
We collect - all though based in Lincolnshire we offer a Nationwide collection service for any amounts.
Contact us
Paul Waygood
Waycam Technologies Ltd
46 South Street
Horncastle
Lincolnshire
LN9 6EF
Tel: 01507 526720
recycling@waycam.com
http://www.recycling4you.co.uk
Hertfordshire, Hereford, Staffordshire, Shropshire, Warwickshire, West Mids, Worcestershiretop of page
1. Computer Aid International - click for details
2. Computers for Charities - click for details
3. Crash-IT
We are a charity organisation that trains people with disabilities how to repair, refurbish & upgrade computers. Computers are refurbished and distributed to individuals in need. All unused parts are recycled or disposed of responsibly
We accept - PC's Pentium II or above and mother boards working or non working, working 15 inch mointors, inkjet and laser printers, scanners, modems and mice.
We collect - As we are a charity we have limited funds and so we ask wherever possible to deliver the equipment to us. We donate to groups all over the UK provided collection can be arranged.
Contact us
20 Kettleswood Drive, Bartley Green Business Centre, Woodgate, Birmingham, B32 3DB
0845 458 1890
enquire@crash-it.org
www.crash-it.org
4. Digital Links - A registered charity offering a comprehensive IT disposal service including collection and certified data erasure, your old equipment is then reused in schools across the developing world.
5. Ecochip UK CIC- click for details
6. UK IT Recycling Ltd
We are a not for profit organisation providing low cost computer equipment to low income families and individuals, free computers are available at our discretion with the support of Friends Of The Earth. Shropshire's only fully licensed waste carriers and brokers of redundant computer equipment.All computers received by us have all data destroyed using at least a 3 pass wipe, there is no charge for this service and paperwork is issued. Unused parts are disposed of responsibly via metal reclamation facilities.
We accept - working or non working of any age from householders and businesses but no incomplete equipment or broken monitors. There is no minimum quantity, please contact us for details of additional equipment accepted.
We collect - working equipment free of charge depending on distance and quantity. This applies to the whole of the UK or drop off points are located throughout the Midlands and Anglia area. Contact us for more details.
Contact us
Unit 2, Duncote Mill, Walcot, Telford, Shropshire TF6 5ER
01952 740200
enquiries@ukitrecycling.com
www.ukitrecycling.com
7. Secure I.T. Disposals Ltd
We employ mainly long term unemployed and provide training to the Investors In People standard. All recycling is carried out to the standards set out by the WEEE directive and we are fully licensed by the Environment Agency as well as ISO 9001, 14001 and 17799 accredited.
We accept - any IT or computer related equipment. Secure data destruction is guaranteed.
We collect - Contact us for further information.
Contact us
104-108 Floodgate Street, Birmingham, B5 5SR
0121 643 2996
markb@sitd.co.uk
www.sitd.co.uk
Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex top of page
1. Cambridge Computer Recycling
Equipment is broken down and turned back into raw materials or some better parts are resold. Printers are sent on for refurbishment as are monitors.
We accept - any computer related equipment, contact us for further details.
We collect - from householders and businesses or equipment can be sent to us. We do not charge so the greater distance we are asked to travel, the more we need to collect to make it viable.
Contact us
542 Newmarket Road, Cambridge, CB5 8LL
08700 - 416483
sales@cambridge-computer-recycling.co.uk
www.cambridge-computer-recycling.co.uk
2. Computer Aid International - click for details
3. Computers for the Disabled
We are a registered charity and are not for profit. Our mission is to help disabled people communicate and participate in day to day activities most people take for granted. We do this by recycling computers, giving disabled people an alternative means of keeping in touch.
We accept - PC's, laptops and other equipment from householders and businesses, please contact us for further information on what we will aceept.
We collect - We can now remove IT equipment, in bulk, free of charge anywhere in the country
Contact us
41 New Waverley Road, Noak Bridge, Laindon, Essex, SS15 4BJ
01268 284834
bigpaulh@blueyonder.co.uk
www.cftd.co.uk
4. Digital Links - A registered charity offering a comprehensive IT disposal service including collection and certified data erasure, your old equipment is then reused in schools across the developing world.
5. Ecochip UK CIC- click for details
6. Eserve IT Ltd - click for details
7. IT-green.co.uk
We are able to guarantee that used IT equipment will NEVER be exported outside the UK, either by us or the contacts we use to extract materials from the waste.
We are able to resell used IT equipment as low cost solutions for delivery anywhere in the UK through our OWN online shops.
We offer full recycling services in our Warehouse, ensuring dry storage and treatment in line with the WEEE directive.
Our services ensure that we can recycle completely faulty and obsolete equipment as well as re-use working equipment.
All equipment is returned to our Cambridge warehouse for assesment.
We can provide Asset tracking for all goods.
We advise UK householders with regards to disposal of used equipment and will receive goods posted to us as well as delivered by Pallet.
We accept - Please contact us for details.
We collect -We currently have 3 family employees carrying out collections for us from Cambridge, Braintree (Essex) and Manchester. All collection agents are specilaists in IT equipment, having worked in the field for many years.
Contact us
Unit 5, Lakeside Business Park, Block Fen, Mepal, Cambridge, CB6 2AY
0870 3000905
quote@it-green.co.uk
www.it-green.co.uk
8. MillRace IT Ltd
We are a social firm established by a charity (InterAct) to provide employment, training and work experience for disadvantaged people. In addition, the refurbished computers, which would otherwise be sent to landfill, are sent to developing countries where they are used in schools and vocational training centres. Some computers are also sold at low cost to community groups, charities, etc.
We accept - All PCs that are Pentium 3 and above and associated equipment (e.g. printers, scanners, etc) from households and businesses. Older or broken equipment may be dismantled for recycling in a responsible way. Newer working machines are refurbished for reuse.
We collect - Householders may drop off equipment by prior arrangement currently at no charge. For businesses there is a charge to collect or drop off equipment. Charges depend on quantity and services required, please call for a quotation.
Contact us
29 Eastways, Witham, Essex CM8 3YQ
01376 504259
mail@millraceit.co.uk
www.millraceit.co.uk
9. Past-IT
Past-IT provide a secure and reliable solution for disposal of redundant and end of life IT equipment. We offer a one stop shop, providing a range of services including de-installation, collection and environmentally friendly disposal. Equipment collected is disassembled with the various components for either reuse as spare parts or further refining into base and precious metals. We strive to reduce the amount of electronic waste going to landfill to as near to zero as possible.
We accept - all computer and related equipment - broken or working (excluding smashed monitors) including mainframes PC's, printers and network equipment of all ages.
We collect - from businesses across Norfolk, North Suffolk and East Cambridgeshire, there is a minimum collection charge based on the number and type of equipment. Householders can drop equipment off, there is a charge for monitor disposal.
Contact us
The Willows, Mere Road, Stow Bedon, Attleborough, NR17 1HP
01953 488526
info@pastit-recycling.co.uk
www.pastit-recycling.co.uk
10. A.B.A Trading
We are a family run business who export all usable equipment collected to developing, mainly African, countries to help provide those who cannot afford and don't need the latest models with access to affordable and reliable computers at home, work and school. Anything which cannot be utilised is recycled.
We accept - all IT and office equipment (including Photocopiers) and televisions, broken or working. Contact us for further details of possible
charges on some items.
We collect - large quantities from businesses anywhere in the UK, however householders can drop equipment off.
Contact us -
7 Holdich Street, Peterborough, CAMBS PE3 6DH
01733 342697
07984 001462
ehababbas@tiscali.co.uk
Londontop of page
1. CAd dot Services
All PC's have their data securely erased and are either sold on as whole machines or dissasembled and the seperate parts reused/donated/sold on. We do get requests from Charities and non profits for machines but not all the time, most of the machines are sold on to low income families / students for an extremely low cost route into the world of IT.
We accept - Working Equipment that can be recycled:
Audio / Visual, Blackberry, Bluetooth, Desktop PC Systems, Digital Cameras, External Devices, Individual Components, Ibooks, Imacs, Mobile Phones, Laptops, Leads, CRT, LCD & TFT Monitors, Operating System Discs & COA's, PDA's, Plasma Screens, Printers, USB Devices, Scanners, Routers / Switches / Hubs, Speakers, Speaker Systems, Shredders, Wireless Devices
Minimum specs for PCs are 500Mhz+
We collect - The minimum amount of units for collection are five but single machines can be dropped of at the shop in Catford, SE6. We collect the items for free from the whole of London and the home counties.
Contact us
Colin Adley, 151 Ardgowan Road, Catford, London, SE6 1UZ.
0208 355 6307
mail@caddotservices.co.uk
www.caddotservices.co.uk
2. Community Technology (Comm-Tech)
Registered charity providing educational and IT services to local organisations, promoting access to technology and developing open source solutions. Working equipment is redistributed to the community at low cost, all unused parts are recycled or disposed of in compliance with WEEE and ROHS Directives.
We accept - computer equipment, please contact us directly for further information.
We collect - any quantity for a minimum charge of £30 for businesses and £20 for individuals and charities. Collection within the Greater London area.
Contact us
205 Amesbury Avenue SW2 3BJ
020 8671 5555
recycle@comm-tech.org
www.comm-tech.org
3. Computer Aid International
We are a registered chairty aiming to increase the number of refurbished computers being reused overseas and increase the number of UK organisations donating their used IT equipment for reuse overseas. We identify and work with those organisations in recipient countries able to derive maximum value from refurbished computers and provide training and work experience in computer repair to people from socially excluded communities in our workshops in the UK.
We accept - any Pentium 3 or above machines and any related peripheral equipment. Importantly we also need mice, keyboards, modems, cables and power leads, memory and other peripheral parts. We also accept laser cartridges, inkjet cartridges and mobile phones. We sometimes accept printers and networking equipment, please contact us for more information.
We collect - Nationwide. Large amounts from businesses, householders can either post equipment or drop it off to us.
Contact us
Computer Aid International, 433 Holloway Road, London, N7 6LJ
0207 281 0091
info@computeraid.org
www.computeraid.org
4. Computers for Charities - click for details
5. DigiBridge
DigiBridge is a social enterprise that uses ICT as a means to deliver social change. We are non-exporting recyclers, who provide a secure, economical and socially responsible solution for unwanted IT equipment. At very affordable rates, your redundant IT equipment is securely data-cleansed, refurbished for low-income families, or recycled at end of use according to the strictest environmental and legal standards. Full compliance with WEEE regulations. Your total assurance is guaranteed.
We accept - redundant IT equipment including telephones and photocopiers. For further details please contact us.
We collect - within the London and M25 area. For further details please contact us.
Contact us
020 76508703
info@digibridge.co.uk
www.digibridge.co.uk
6. Digital Links International
Digital Links is a not-for-profit organisation working to transform lives through technology. We work with professional refurbishment companies and thereby ensure that donors receive a high-quality service and that all current and upcoming legislation is strictly adhered to. We take on legal responsibility for items upon collection and have a 0% landfill policy. We have a strong focus on education and ensure that every computer we ship is fully supported with training and software.
We can provide feedback on the destination of computers and assistance with internal and external PR surrounding your donation.
We accept: PIII base units, 15-17" monitors and laser printers - these are the items that can be reused in developing countries, but we can also collect all other equipment for you as well, to ensure maximum ease and simplicity.
We collect: from anywhere in the UK. We need a minimum of 25 items (an item is a base unit or a monitor).
Contact us:
Digital Links International,
3rd Floor, Downstream Building, 1 London Bridge,
London, SE1 9BG
0207 785 6261
www.digital-links.org
donate@digital-links.org
7. Ecochip UK CIC
We donate to charities by reprocessing disused IT equipment whilst preventing wasteful and toxic disposal to landfill. We provide refurbished equipment at low cost to the disadvantaged (e.g. disabled or aged) and to lower income organisations or individuals and export to poorer countries. Ecochip UK CIC is a signatory of London Remade and uses recycled products only in its own operation and operates paperless wherever possible. All equipment received is either refurbished or broken down into raw materials.
We accept - all computer related equipment of any age whether broken or working including servers, PC's, macs, printers, fax machines, network infrastructure and telephony (including mobile telephony). There is no minimum quantity and we serve both housholders and businesses. Broken monitors are accepted but charges are much higher due to increased reprocessing costs of toxic waste. Additional services include guaranteed data destruction.
We collect - computer equipment within Greater London, Manchester (domestic collections only). There is sometimes a minimal charge to businesses and households outside a 5 mile radius simply to recover transportation costs or breaking down into raw materials where necessary. Any charges depend upon recyclable value.
There is rarely a charge for collection at households within easy reach of our drop off points of for drop offs at our recycling centres.
Contact us
Unit 10, Burmarsh Workshops, 71 Marsden Street, London NW5 3JA
0845 257 7249 (Hammersmith, Chertsey and Sutton)
07739 853550
info@ecochip.co.uk
www.ecochip.co.uk
8. ELUSE (Express Link-Up Social Enterprise Unit Ltd) - click for details
9. Eserve IT Ltd
We are a company recycling redundant computer equipment and guarantee you will meet your legal obligations and achieve the maximum return for your redundant computer equipment. We have been approved by Microsoft as a quality refurbisher and have joined the Microsoft refurbisher programme. Now in our 5th year of computer recycling.
We accept - various computer equipment, contact us for more information.
We collect - large quantities from businesses, however householders can drop equipment off.
Contact us
Ivy lodge Farm, Shepherds Hill, Harold Wood, Essex. RM3 0NR
0207 193 1925
recycleteam@eserve.it
www.eserve.it
10. GRP (ELECTRONIC) LTD - click for details
11. MAXITECH.BIZ LIMITED
We are a social enterprise providing IT training to unemployed people. Equipment is distributed to charities, start-up businesses, etc.
Non reusable items are sent to an authorised specialist for processing.
We accept - all redundant IT equipment and some electronics, contact us for more details.
We collect - from anywhere in UK and have many drop off locations for residents and businesses. Contact us for more details.
Contact us
Unit A10, The Chocolate Factory, 5 Clarendon Road, London, N22 6XJ
0870 199 5010
info@maxitech.biz
www.maxitech.biz
13. North London ITEC
As a member on the DTi national network list of computer re-cyclers, North London ITEC specialises in computer and other electronic equipment recycling as part of its PC support and maintenance training for the unemployed.
We accept - computer related equipment, please contact us for further information.
We collect - please contact us for information.
Contact us
North London ITeC, Hitech House, 193 The Broadway, London, NW9 7DD
0208 457 4848 / 0208 202 4646
info@nlitec.com
www.nlitec.com
14. PC A AND E
The equipment is first cleared of all sensitive data. Any items that can be reused are. All items are then used to benefit low income families and charities that we support. All items that cannot be reused are recycled in an environmentally friendly manner.
We accept - Any IT equipment or electrical equipment including TVs, fridges, freezers, CDs and DVDs, working or not - contact us if you are unsure.
We collect - We collect from South London and the Home Counties, from businesses and private households. We have no minimum quantity for collection, but small items must be boxed.
Contact us
PC A and E
201a Selhurst Road, London, SE25 6XU
020 8771 3811
recycling@pc-a-and-e.co.uk
www.pc-a-and-e.co.uk
15. OFFERS / Ex-IT
We are a social enterprise training and employing long term unemployed. All equipment is tested and items suitable for reuse are diverted from landfill (distribution to voluntary sector organisations, small start up businesses and disadvantaged members of community). All old and broken equipment including CRT monitors are recycled in full compliance with EU WEEE regulations. We are a member of Furniture Reuse Network (FRN), REALISE IT NETWORK, and London Community Recycling Network (LCRN).
We accept - all computer and telecommunication equipment broken or working including broken monitors and photocopiers. OFFERS / Ex-IT operates the first CRT monitor recycling facility in London in partnership with London Borough of Southwark.
We collect - all redundant ICT waste and offer a data removal service with specialist software for Greater London, specifically south east and central London.
Contact us
7-9 Brandon Street, Southwark, London, SE17 1NA
0207 703 5222
offers@crispej.org.uk
www.crispej.org.uk
16. REALISE IT Network
We are a regeneration partnership offering environmentally responsible disposal, where equipment is reused where possible. Additional services include IT support services, low cost equipment, and free computers to people with disabilities.
We accept - all computer equipment, any quantity. Contact us for further details.
We collect - in central London, or equipment can be dropped off. Contact us for further details.
Contact us
234 - 244 Stockwell Road, London, SW9 9SP
020 7926 6217
info@realisenetwork.co.uk
www.realisenetwork.co.uk/
17. Recycle-IT - click for details
18. Techknowledgy - click for details
Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Kent, Oxfordshire, East Sussex, West Sussex, Surreytop of page
1. Computer Aid International - click for details
2. Computers for Charities
We have been operating since 1994 refurbishing equipment for use by UK charities and schools. We also operate educational and vocational projects overseas and provide advice and consultancy to charities and voluntary organisations.
We accept - working PC's and Apple Macs under four years old. No printers, scanners or screens larger than 15". Recycling for Charities our sister organisation caters for recycling and data removal of older IT equipment, including CRT disposal in accordance with WEEE directives. Mobile phone, printer cartridge and jewellery recycling also available.
We collect - if it is viable for us to do so. Drop off points are located in London, West Midlands and East Sussex.
Contact us
11 Cemetery Lodge, Ersham Road, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3LJ
01323 840641
info@computersforcharities.org
www.computersforcharities.org
3. Digital Links - A registered charity offering a comprehensive IT disposal service including collection and certified data erasure, your old equipment is then reused in schools across the developing world.
4. Ecochip UK CIC- click for details
5. Eserve IT Ltd - click for details
6. Greenline Computer Services Ltd
Licensed computer waste recycler for blue chip corporate clients. Recycling, refurbishment and large scale licensed waste disposal. Negotiable percentage of profit provided to charity of companies choice. Tailor made packages available.
We accept - all computer related equipment from businesses only. Broken or working, PCs, monitors, fax, servers, comms equip etc. of any age.
We collect - computers nationwide for corporations, charges are negotiable.
Contact us
Unit B2, Bunkers Hill Farm, Reading Road, Hook, Hampshire, GU52 8UE
01256 764390
sales@greenlineonline.co.uk
www.greenlineonline.co.uk
7. Reboot - Berkshire Scout Enterprises
We are a charity working with long term unemployed. Computers are refurbished and used for IT training and job search.
We accept - working PCs - Pentium 2 upwards only - plus monitors (15" - 17") and keyboards, from any source by arrangement.
We collect - in the Reading area, please call and arrange drop off or collection details. We also cover Buckinghamshire and Oxon.
Contact us
Gravelly Court, Gravelly Bridge Farm, Grazeley Green Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 1LG
0118 988 6448
reboot@bsel.org.uk
www.bsel.org.uk
8. RECO-VIE (RECYCLING) LTD
We use a variety of different options for the equipment, suitable equipment will be re-used or refurbished, poor quality or damaged items will be recycled in one of several UK recycling plants. The Company is fully WEEE Compliant, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified, and EA compliant. We can also handle all types of hazardous wastes.
We accept - All IT equipment working or non working; monitors, hard drives, servers, cables and network switches, peripherals, keyboards, mice, printers and copiers, all other electrical and electronic goods too.
We collect -There is no minimum specification, each collection is evaluated on content, location, etc., and we tailor a solution to each. There is no minimum quantity, but as we charge for services it makes better sense if we can collect large loads. Public can drop small numbers of items off at our Newdigate offices for free.
Contact us
Dean House Farm, Church Lane, Newdigate, Surrey, RH5 5DL
01306 632777/01306 631744
mark@reco-vie.com
www.reco-vie.com
9. Recycle-IT
A specialist computer recycling company where old or broken hardware is disassembled into metal, circuit boards, cabling, plastics - all of which is recyclable. Working systems are donated to schools or charities.
We accept - any equipment broken or working, old or new. Some of our customers actually prefer older kit, for example, the refining company that buys circuit boards prefers these because quantities of precious metals are greater. We accept mainly from businesses.
We collect - a minimum of 10 items for free. There can be a charge to cover monitor disposal. We cover London and the south east.
Contact us
Unit A, Birch House Business Centre, Birch Walk, off Fraser Road, Erith, Kent, DA8 1QX
01322 434000
info@recycle-it.net
www.recycle-it.net
10. Techknowledgy - click for details
Bristol, Bath, Gloucestershire, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshiretop of page
1. Computer Aid International - click for details
2. Digital Links - A registered charity offering a comprehensive IT disposal service including collection and certified data erasure, your old equipment is then reused in schools across the developing world.
3. Ecochip UK CIC- click for details
4. Out of Africa
We refurbish unwanted PC equipment and send to Africa mostly Kenya for supplying schools, institutions, church groups, CBO's and others. We have a team of local IT people who handle the distribution, install and maintain the equipment. We also work with companies who would be interest in sponsoring an IT classroom in Africa.
We accept - and have sent to us unwanted working computers from across Dorset's communities and at times from elsewhere in the UK.
We collect - PCs (preferably Pentium 2 and above), monitors, printers, servers and other peripherals (NO MACS!) Only working units please.
We appreciate donation toward collection.
Contact us
19 Cannon Close, Broadstone, Dorset, BH18 8HP
01202 694492
info@outofafrika.org
www.outofafrika.org.uk
5. Sector 7
We are a company that refurbishes and passes on equipment for reuse or alternatively it is stripped to component level for recycling. Secure data destrcution is provided.
We accept - all computer related equipment, broken or working although a per unit charge exists for broken CRT monitors.
We collect - larger amounts of equipment from both householders and businesses in the Bristol and Bath area. Single items may be delivered to our workshop. Contact us by email to arrange collection or delivery.
Contact us
Parson's Yard, Grove Rd, Fishponds, Bristol
email enquiries from contact page on our website only please (to avoid deluges of junk email).
www.sectorseven.co.uk
6. SCAMP
We are a registered charity providing computer equipment to people with a physical or sensory impairment living in Wiltshire. Computers are upgraded and refurbished and installed in client's home with internet access provided to our web site.
We accept - computers in reasonable working order with a minimum specification of PII 400. We also take printers and scanners provided they are in working order.
We collect - any quantity of computer equipment from businesses and households within the Wiltshire area at no charge. Equipment can also be dropped off at our offices in Swindon.
Contact us
Shaftesbury Centre, Percy Street, Swindon, SN2 2AZ
01793 484654
info@scamp.org.uk
www.scamp.org.uk
7. Techknowledgy
We are a charity providing computer literacy in developing countries. All donated computers are wiped of all data, refurbished or recycled, and shipped. We have organisations in the recipient countries that distribute and maintain the equipment. We have projects running in Tanzania and Ghana. Please see our web site for details.
We accept - minimum P1 computers if in large quantities or working (minimum PII) computers as one off donations. We also accept any re-useable parts such as hard drives, memory etc. There is no charge for our services and additional equipment can be collected that may be of use in the educational field.
We collect - countrywide for large donations. We have drop off points in London and Cornwall as well as Chignford, Wood Green and Slough.
Contact us
Glensheil, Trevella Road, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 8NA
info@tky.org.uk
www.tky.org.uk
Walestop of page
1. Computer Aid International - click for details
2. Digital Links - A registered charity offering a comprehensive IT disposal service including collection and certified data erasure, your old equipment is then reused in schools across the developing world.
3. Wastechnique Ltd.
We offer secure disposal of IT equipment and cathode ray tubes at competitive rates. We guarantee that no components go to landfill. Refurbished computers are made available to good causes at cost.
We accept - IT equipment, contact us for further details.
We collect - from businesses and local authorities. Households are welcome to deliver equipment to us.
Contact us
Padfield Business Park, Gilfach Rd, Tonyrefail, CF39 8HQ
01443 672933
info@wastechnique.com
www.wastechnique.com
Scotlandtop of page
1. Computer Aid International - click for details
2. Digital Links - A registered charity offering a comprehensive IT disposal service including collection and certified data erasure, your old equipment is then reused in schools across the developing world.
3. ReBOOT (Moray Computer Recycling)
Company limited by guarantee with charitable status. Work is carried out by volunteers where suitable computers are refurbished and made available to voluntary /community groups, charities and disadvantaged / disabled individuals. There is a small charge for refurbished computers. Computers unsuitable for refurbishing are dismantled and all parts are disposed of through licensed recycling companies. We are a non profit making organisation where income from recycling is used to enhance the service provided by the volunteers.
We accept - all computer related equipment, base units, monitors, keyboards, printers, broken or working, any age or quantity.
Householders and businesses can use the service provided. There is a small handling charge for all equipment and monitors. We also accept mobile phones and ink cartridges for recycling.
We collect - from Moray, Aberdeenshire and the Highland area. There is a small collection charge, depending on load and distance, contact us to arrange collection or drop off at our workshop.
Contact us
9 Greshop Road, Greshop Industrial Estate, Forres, IV36 2GU
01309 671681
info@reboot-forres.co.uk
www.reboot-forres.co.uk
4. Pass IT On
Pass IT On is a registered Scottish charity.. We adapt donated IT equipment to suit the needs of individuals with a wide range of disabilities who live in the EH postcode area. Clients are given their bespoke systems at cost price (often free). All surplus or unserviceable equipment is either sold to raise funds for the charity, given to other similar charities or recycled.
We accept - Computer equipment although we can only take Macs if we have a specific need. Base units do not have to be working and we also accept individual components, speakers and scanners. Monitors and printers must be working, we also accept computer desks.
There is a minimum specification of equipment we can accept, please see our website for further information. We also take used toner / ink cartridges (not Epson or Olivetti) for recycling and used stamps. Donations of paper - used on one side / obsolete headed stationery are also very welcome.
We collect - in the Edinburgh post code area, however we ask donors to deliver if possible as we have very limited resources. Please contact us for further information.
Contact us
14 Wardie Avenue, Edinburgh, EH5 2AB
0131 476 1645
donations@passiton.sco.net
www.passiton.sco.net
Northern Irelandtop of page
1. AMI (Asset Management Ireland Ltd)
AMI provide a secure Data Removal service and an Asset Tracking and Reporting service. PC's are refurbished and remarketed if in good working condition, if not they are recycled. AMI specialise in B2B WEEE and in recycling IT computers from Government and Commerce.
We accept - All ICT equipment, both working and non-working, no minimum quantity: Monitors, PC and laptop computers, other electronic equipment such as PBX's, Printers and Photocopiers. AMI environmentally recycle all 10 main categories of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE), fully in line with the new UK WEEE recycling legislation. AMI firstly ensure that all computers have 100% Data Wiping carried out to UK Government Infosec Standards to provide guaranteed data protection and prevent any possibility of identity theft or fraud.
We collect - We cover Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. AMI are fully licenced as a Waste Carrier and hold a Waste Management Licence as a Materials Recovery/ Transfer Facility. AMI are an Affiliated Organisation within the "Chartered Institute of Waste Management" (CIWM) and corporate members of "Momentum", the Northern Ireland ICT Federation. Please contact us for further information on our range of services.
Contact us
AMI, Unit 1, Mallusk View, Central Park, Mallusk, NEWTOWNABBEY, Co. Antrim, Northern Ireland, BT36 4FR
(028) 9084 4400
info@amiltd.ie
www.amiltd.ie