Old electronics (WEEE — Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) can't go in your household bins. They contain valuable materials that can be recovered and hazardous components that need safe handling.
Every recycling centre in Dorset has a WEEE section. You can drop off TVs, computers, monitors, printers, phones, and small appliances for free.
When you buy a new appliance, retailers are legally required to take back your old one free of charge. This applies to Currys, John Lewis, AO.com, and others. Ask about their take-back scheme at point of sale.
Phones, tablets, chargers, cables, and small gadgets can go to most charity shops or supermarket collection points. Some charities refurbish and resell them.
For TVs, monitors, and large appliances, TipRun offers WEEE-compliant collection from your home, starting from £40.
TipRun collects TVs, monitors, and appliances. WEEE recycled, from £40.
No — electronics are WEEE waste and must be recycled separately. Take to a recycling centre, use retailer take-back, or book a TipRun collection.
Yes — household WEEE is free to drop off at any Dorset recycling centre. You just need to take it there yourself.
Charity shops, supermarket collection points, or recycling centre WEEE bays. Some charities refurbish phones for resale.
