Local Tips & Material Sources
The best free and cheap material sources in Gateshead, Newcastle, and across the North East. Updated regularly with current scrap prices and local finds.
Current Scrap Metal Prices (NE England)
Copper (clean)
£5.50 - £6.20/kg
Copper (mixed)
£4.80 - £5.40/kg
Brass
£3.20 - £3.80/kg
Aluminium
£0.60 - £0.85/kg
Cast Iron
£0.15 - £0.25/kg
Steel
£0.08 - £0.12/kg
Prices are estimates based on NE England yards. Call ahead for exact rates — they fluctuate daily.
Where to Find Free & Cheap Materials
Gateshead Household Waste & Recycling Centre
Recycling Centre
Campground Road, Gateshead NE11 0QX
Free wood, metal, and sometimes furniture. Ask staff about reclaimed items.
Walmart Scrap Metal — Gateshead
Scrap Yard
Team Valley, Gateshead NE11
Best copper and brass prices in the area. Call ahead for current rates.
Birtley Recycling Centre
Recycling Centre
Harperley Lane, Birtley DH3
Wood and metal skip. Often has pallets and timber offcuts free to take.
Newcastle Car Boot Sale (Stadium)
Market
Kingston Park, Newcastle NE13
Sunday mornings. Great for vintage door furniture, tools, and materials.
Team Valley Retail Estate
Sources
Kingsway, Gateshead NE11
Industrial estate — ask loading bays for free pallets and packaging materials.
Byker Recycling Centre
Recycling Centre
Glasshouse Street, Byker NE6
Reclamation section. Wood, metal, and sometimes complete furniture items.
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