responsible disposal of tyres - Glasgow area

[foxy99]

I change my own tyres and obviously end up with the old ones cluttering up my garage.

I'm not going to fly-tip them so was wondering if there is any way of getting rid of them properly.

I live in East Kilbride and the dump (recycling centre) there doesn't take tyres.

I see there are firms who advertise a pick up service but am guessing that's for commercial outfits with hundreds to dispose of...

[foxy99]

ZiggyNiva said:

Not sure how many you are talking, but people use them for swings / planters. I'd be tempted to put a couple FOC on gumtree or ebay and see if you get a bite from anyone. I'd only do a couple at a time. Alternatively are they road legal at all? If so you could sell as part warn. I've bought just legal tyres before to put on a lease I was returning when I got a puncture. Might be someone who wants them.

They're well past it lol but yeah good idea re planters etc apart from I'm a bit busy to d/w buyers

[foxy99]

Hi guys

thanks for all the replies.

I've not asked the guys at the tip in recent years but it was a definite 'no' last time we tried and their website specifically says they won't take tyres.

There are derelict lock-ups in my area full to the brim front to back with old tyres.

It's a big problem