Items such as furniture, white goods, and TVs can be taken to the Household Waste Recycling Centre free of charge (located in Cholmley Way in the Stainsacre Lane Industrial Estate).

You could also donate good quality unwanted items to your local charity shop or give them to friends or family for reuse.

There are also lots of online options, such as Freecycle or eBay, to help you pass on your unwanted items to others.

Even if you think your item is passed its best, there is always someone who will find a use.

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