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Clothes and textiles

In Norfolk, we throw away approximately 8,500 tonnes of of clothes and textiles per year.

Some local councils collect textiles along with your recycling and rubbish bins. Please check with your local council to find out if they offer this service.

Textiles some local councils can collect

  • Belts
  • Blankets
  • Clothing 
  • Duvet covers
  • Handbags
  • Hats
  • Pillowcases
  • Sheets
  • Shoes tied together in pairs
  • Towels

Local councils cannot accept dirty or soiled textiles.

Textiles local councils cannot collect

  • Cushions
  • Duvets
  • Pillows

Local councils cannot accept dirty or soiled textiles.

Buying clothes

Loving your clothes starts with smart buying. Choose clothes that are better made and easy to care for. Think about hiring, swapping or buying pre-loved items.

Taking care of your clothes and repairing them

Caring for your clothes properly can keep your clothes looking great. Visit which.co uk to learn about care symbols and their meanings

Repairing your favourite items could be easier than you think. Visit Repair What You Wear for help.

Refashion and upcycle clothes

Revamp your wardrobe and look amazing! Try altering, accessorising and combining clothes in new ways you can

 

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