Read again
Books in good condition can be resold or passed on so somebody else gets to enjoy them.
What we accept
All books are welcome.
New, old, well read or worn out. Bring them along. We’ll find the best next use for every book we can.
You don’t need to sort them first.
If you’re clearing a shelf, moving house or simply finished with a pile of books, there’s no need to decide what is worth donating. We accept books in all conditions and sort them after collection.
Books that can be read again are kept in use. Educational books can be directed back towards schools and learning settings where suitable. Books that have reached the end of their usable life are responsibly recycled.
Where your books can go
Every book gets looked at.
Back into education
Suitable educational books, textbooks and children’s learning materials can be redirected to schools and other learning settings.
Responsibly recycled
Torn covers, missing pages and heavy wear do not mean you need to throw a book away. If it cannot reasonably be reused, we’ll send it for responsible recycling where possible.
Bring them along
What can I donate?
FictionNovels, short stories and classics
Non-fictionHistory, biographies, travel and more
Children’s booksPicture books through to young adult
Educational booksTextbooks, revision books and learning materials
CookbooksOld favourites and newer editions
Art & photographyLarge format and illustrated books
Worn or damaged booksWe’ll assess them for reuse or recycling
Mixed collectionsNo need to sort everything beforehand
Yes, even damaged ones
Don’t put it in the bin just because it’s seen better days.
A damaged book may still have another use. Bring it with the rest and we’ll make that call. If it really is beyond reuse, we’ll handle it responsibly rather than asking you to throw it away.
Got books ready to go?
Find your nearest book bank and drop them off.