Got bags of clothes to get rid of and don't want to wait for a collection? Bring them straight to our Smart Recycling drop-off point in North Shields. It's free to use, open six days a week, and you'll be paid by bank transfer within 2 working days for anything we can take.
Smart Recycling — North Shields
Coast Road Retail Park, Norham Road, North Shields, NE29 7UJ
Located in the car park opposite Dunelm.
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Telephone: 01609 780 555
Opening Times
Monday–Saturday: 9:30am–5:00pm
Sunday: Closed
We accept clothes and these other items listed below in good condition that can then be reused.
If you would like a collection, we can accept good condition: adults, children’s and baby clothes, shoes, handbags, bras, hats, belts, curtains, towels and bed linen (but no duvets or pillows please, sorry). We also accept bric-a-brac; such as antiques, clocks, computers and accessories, decorations, electronics, kitchenware, musical instruments, ornaments, pictures, sports equipment, tools, toys, and utensils.
Please note: We gratefully accept donations of bed linen, towels, curtains, and bric-a-brac. However, we are unable to provide payment for these items.
If North Shields isn't convenient, we also run free weekly doorstep collections across Newcastle and the wider NE postcode area — no need to leave the house.
See our Newcastle collection page
Q: Is it free to use the North Shields drop-off point?
A: Yes — there's no charge to drop off, and you'll be paid by bank transfer within 2 working days for anything we can accept.
Q: What are the opening times?
A: Monday to Saturday, 9:30am to 5pm. We're closed on Sundays.
Q: Where exactly is the drop-off point?
A: Coast Road Retail Park, Norham Road, North Shields, NE29 7UJ — in the car park opposite Dunelm.
Q: Can I get a doorstep collection instead?
A: Yes, we run weekly doorstep collections across Newcastle and the NE postcode area.
Bring your clothes to our North Shields drop-off point today and get paid by bank transfer.
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