Plymouth: Buy Back Centre
: The building was opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1962 and is considered a key piece of Plymouth's post-WWII reconstruction.
If you're looking for information on a specific local business, such as the now-dissolved "Plymouth Buyback Centre Limited" (which was based in St Budeaux), note that it was dissolved in 2014.
As of early 2026, major renovation work is underway to bring the building back into active use: plymouth buy back centre
Details on how to to local swap and reuse centers.
: Located at the old Cedarville transfer station, this site reuses waste by allowing residents to donate and take items for free, diverting weight from landfills. : The building was opened by Queen Elizabeth
In 2024, bought back the Civic Centre for just £1 from the developer Urban Splash. The 14-storey, Grade II listed landmark had been empty since 2015. Restoration and Future Use
: The project is supported by £18.4m from Homes England and £8.5m from the Levelling Up Fund to facilitate the restoration. : Located at the old Cedarville transfer station,
: Surveys are currently being conducted on the drainage, utility lines, and grounds to ensure the site meets modern safety standards. Historic Context