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Welcome to the November edition of our Recycling Newsletter. Each month we will provide you with hints and tips on how to waste less, and recycle right.
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Celebrating Bonfire Night? Let's keep it safe and responsible!
Fireworks are not recyclable. Used fireworks should be:
💧Soaked in water for at least 15 minutes.
🗑️Placed in your general rubbish bin.
Help protect your community and the environment by disposing of fireworks safely.
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👕 Got old clothes or textiles?
Don’t put them in your household recycling bin — they can’t be recycled that way!
♻️ Donate to charity or drop off at a local textile recycling point
💸 Sell on platforms like Depop or Vinted
👗 Swap with friends at a clothing exchange
🧵 Repair or reuse — turn worn-out clothes into rags or get creative with upcycling!
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The Salvation Army Trading Company (SATCoL) has conducted a review of their operations, and due to ongoing challenges in the second-hand clothing market, the following clothing/textile recycling sites have been identified for removal:
- Community Centre, Springwood Avenue, Waterlooville PO7 8BJ
- Recycling Point (Outside Co-op Store), Middle Park Way, Leigh Park, Havant PO9 3SU
The removal of these sites will take place over the next few months. To find other sites near you, please go to: Find Us - Salvation Army
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This Black Friday, skip the sales and try something different:
🔁 Swap with friends or family
📚 Borrow what you need
♻️ Repurpose what you already have.
It’s a brilliant way to reduce waste, save money, and discover something unique!
What will you do instead of shopping?
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🚫 Never put batteries or electrical items containing batteries in your rubbish or recycling bins! Damaged batteries can spark fires during collection or processing, putting waste workers at serious risk. Instead, follow these simple steps to recycle them responsibly:
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Gather your used batteries - collect all types of household batteries and keep them in a secure container.
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Check for hidden batteries - many electrical items like toys, remote controls, toothbrushes, and vapes contain built-in batteries. If you’re recycling these, treat them as battery-containing items.
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Find your nearest recycling point:
🔗Recycle Your Electricals – Find a Recycling Point
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Visit your local Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC) - most HWRCs in Hampshire accept batteries and electricals. Drop them off in the designated bins.
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Spread the word - help keep Hampshire safe by sharing this guide with friends and family.
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Send recyclable Christmas cards - plain Christmas and other greetings cards can be recycled as they are made from paper. Cards with glitter are not recyclable and must be disposed of in your rubbish bin. |
Avoid buying shiny wrapping - glossy or laminated gift wrap cannot be recycled. Newsprint, paper grocery bags, the brown paper from inside your packaging or other natural-fibre paper are a great alternative! |
Most cardboard boxes are high-value recyclables, but the sheer volume of them means they often overflow your recycling bin. If you receive gifts by mail this year, break down the cardboard boxes to save space and make sure they end up dry and in your recycling bin. |
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