Also called: paperback, hardback, novel, textbook, children's book
Drop-off point
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The answer is the same in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Your council's own rules can differ.
Drop-off point
Not in your home bins. Take it to a drop-off point.
Donate books, CDs, DVDs and games to charity shops or libraries.
Also: General waste
Drop-off point
Not in your home bins. Take it to a drop-off point.
Donate books, CDs, DVDs and games to charity shops or libraries.
Also: General waste
England-wide guidance, checked 26 Sep 2026. View the source
Drop-off point
Not in your home bins. Take it to a drop-off point.
Donate books, CDs, DVDs and games to charity shops or libraries.
Also: General waste
Scotland-wide guidance, checked 27 Sep 2026. View the source
Drop-off point
Not in your home bins. Take it to a drop-off point.
Donate books, CDs, DVDs and games to charity shops or libraries.
Also: General waste
Wales-wide guidance, checked 27 Sep 2026. View the source
Drop-off point
Not in your home bins. Take it to a drop-off point.
Donate books, CDs, DVDs and games to charity shops or libraries.
Also: General waste
Northern Ireland-wide guidance, checked 27 Sep 2026. View the source
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