Before you donate your old shoes be sure to tie them together in pairs as they can easily get separated and single shoes can’t be sold on.
Can it be recycled?
Can you recycle your shoes?
Yes. You can recycle shoes at most recycling centres, or donate them to a charity shop.
Can it be recycled: near your postcode?
How should I recycle shoes?
What else can I do with them?
Repair them!
- Before you get rid of those unworn shoes perhaps you might take another look. Could they be painted, decorated or repaired?
Refashioning or repairing old shoes can be far cheaper than buying a new pair.
Donate them!
Pairs of shoes in good condition can be donated to charity shops for resale.
Check out the internet to find charities and community groups in your area who collect footware.
Some sportswear companies are collecting athletic shoes in any state. They are then converted into basketball courts, tennis courts and running tracks.
