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Spectacles (glasses)

Recycle at home

Recycle out of home

Yes, Spectacles (glasses) can be recycled at some out of home recycling points.

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How to recycle spectacles or glasses

  • Some household waste recycling centres accept them, just check with your local council;

  • Ask your optician if they collect old spectacles. Many do - they are donated to charities who send them to developing countries;

  • Do not put old spectacles or glasses in your household recycling bag or bin to be collected from your home.

Good to know

Some charities also collect unwanted spectacles or glasses, check with your local charity to see if they accept them.

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