THE WOMBLES have joined with a well-known charity to encourage people to recycle their old goods – and a shop in Ryedale is taking part.

Age UK, which has a shop in Kirkbymoorside, is urging people in Ryedale to donate their unwanted items to the shop, in Market Place, as part of Global Recycling Day on Saturday, March 18.

Global Recycling Day celebrates the importance of recycling when it comes to protecting the planet. 

70s TV stars, The Wombles, are working with the charity throughout the year as they celebrate their 50th anniversary.

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An Age UK spokesperson said: “Together we hope to inspire people to adopt positive (Womble-style) behaviour, whether that’s by recycling their unwanted items and donating them to Age UK, or by reusing pre-loved items purchased in the charity’s shops.

“The Age UK Kirkbymoorside shop urgently needs good quality donations such as clothing and accessories, gifts, toys, household items and shoes, all of which are then sold on to be loved again."

They added: “Please join us and The Wombles, and donate your unwanted items on Global Recycling Day.

“Not only will you be doing your bit for the environment, you’ll also be helping a great cause!”