Baby items
Babies and toddlers don't need their clothes for very long. And they are usually in excellent condition when they are outgrown. If you dont know any new or expectant mothers to pass them on too, why not donate them to a local charity shop (for full list, consult the Yellow Pages).
Don't forget that real nappies are the environmental choice that can save you money.

Batteries - car
Car batteries may be taken to your Household Waste Recycling Centre. Scrap metal merchants also accept car batteries (for details, see Yellow Pages). Do handle with care. Car batteries contain acid. You can also ask the garage to take back the old one when you purchase a new battery.

Batteries - household
Regular batteries can be recycled at some Household Waste Recycling Centres.
However it is better to use rechargeable batteries or choose solar powered or wind up chargers and products (e.g. mobile phone chargers, radios, torches etc).

Beverage cartons
These can be recycled at some Recycle Points.

Bicycles
These can be recycled at Impact Housing, Centre 47, Nelson Street, Carlisle. Telephone 01228 633600

Blankets
Charity shops collect old blankets and duvets. (for full list, consult the Yellow Pages)

Books
Charity shops collect second-hand books (for full list, consult the Yellow Pages). A few of the Household Waste Recycling Centres and Recycling Points also have book banks.

Bric a brac
Charity shops are always on the look out for crockery, pictures, ornaments etc. You may not like something or have use for it anymore but theres a good chance someone else will. Alternatively have a go at a car boot sale and see how much you make.

Bricks
Bricks and rubble can be taken to any of the Household Waste Recycling Centres.

Bulky household refuse
Your local District or Borough Council may operate a collection service for items such as tables, chairs, beds, fridges and freezers. Most items can also be taken to your local Household Waste Recycling Centre free of charge.

Buttons
These can be given to charity shops. (for full list, consult the yellow pages)