Recycling computers and peripherals

There are a large number of organisations throughout the UK taking old computer equipment and preparing it where possible for reuse or alternatively recycling components.

Waste Online: a list of UK computer recyclers and refurbishers
Donate a PC: a matchmaking service for individuals and organisations to donate un-needed hardware to UK charities, not-for-profit organisations and educational establishments.
IT4Charities: recycling old IT equipment, printer cartridges, mobile phone and much more
Computers for Charities: refurbishing old PC’s and Macs and mobile phones to pass onto charities and voluntary organisations in the UK and abroad