Newcastle Wood Recycling is a social enterprise with a simple mission: stop good wood from going to landfill. You know that old chest of drawers you’ve been meaning to chuck? They want it. That floorboard from your last DIY disaster? They’ll take it.
They collect timber from builders, skip companies, and ordinary folks like you and me. Then, they sort, clean, and resell it—all while training local volunteers and reducing waste. It’s like a eco-friendly hamster wheel, but instead of running, you’re saving the planet.
The Magic of the Workshop
Step inside their warehouse in Byker, and you’ll feel the creative energy. It smells like fresh sawdust, honest labour, and a hint of triumph. It’s glorious. Here, volunteers and staff transform gnarly timber into beautiful furniture, planters, and even bespoke signs.
If you’re a bit rubbish with a chisel (like me), don’t worry—you can just buy the stuff. They sell reclaimed wood by the metre, perfect for fixing that wobbly table leg or building a rustic headboard. Pro tip: Their prices are cheaper than B&Q, and the wood has way more soul.
Plus, you get the smug satisfaction of telling your mates, “Oh, that? Yeah, it’s salvaged timber from a 1920s factory.” They’ll be gobsmacked.
