Surrey County Council has said that 4,500 tonnes of furniture which could still be used are thrown away in the county each year.

Twenty five thousand pieces of furniture that were thrown out last year would stretch around Box HIll 10 times.

To encourage the reuse of more furniture, Surrey County Council is supporting the Surrey Reuse Network (SRN). Made up of local charities, the SRN finds new homes for donated furniture and kitchen appliances by selling them at affordable prices.

For locations, to arrange a collection and more information about the SRN, call 0800 082 0180 or visit http://www.surreyreusenetwork.org.uk.