Our straightforward process gets you paid quickly. Most visits take under 15 minutes from arrival to payment.
Drive to any of our 6 locations during opening hours. No appointment needed. Our sites are clearly signposted with easy weighbridge access.
Your vehicle is weighed with the load, then you unload (we can assist). Your vehicle is weighed empty. The difference is your metal weight.
Our team grades your metals by type and quality. We explain the grading transparently so you understand how we've valued your materials.
Immediate payment via bank transfer or cash (for appropriate amounts). You receive documentation for your records. Payment within 2 hours guaranteed.
Visit any of our 6 locations during opening hours. Bring photo ID as required by law.
Metal prices fluctuate daily based on global commodity markets. Call us for today's exact prices on 01206 231 534.
Higher value metals with best returns
Iron & steel - consistent demand
Metal prices fluctuate daily based on London Metal Exchange (LME) rates. The prices shown are typical ranges but may vary based on quantity, quality, and current market conditions. For today's exact prices, call us on 01206 231 534 before your visit.
Global commodity markets set base prices that change daily. We track LME rates to ensure current pricing.
Cleaner, purer metals command higher prices. Contamination or mixed materials reduce value.
Larger quantities can sometimes achieve better rates, though our pricing is fair for all volumes.
Materials needing minimal processing (clean, separated) receive better pricing than mixed or contaminated loads.
Visit any of our strategically located facilities for immediate metal recycling. No appointment needed during opening hours.
Ardleigh Yard & Head Office
Unit 11, Martells Quarry
Slough Lane, Ardleigh
Essex, CO7 7RU
NMR, 16 Commerce Way
Whitehall Industrial Estate
Colchester, Essex, CO2 8HH
Cambridge Yard, Barnwell Junction
Swann Road, Cambridge
Cambridgeshire, CB5 8JZ
Hitchin NMR, Bridge Works
Cadwell Lane, Hitchin
Herts, SG4 0SA
Holbeach NMR, 5A Fen Road
Holbeach, Spalding
Lincolnshire, PE12 8QA
Eye NMR, The Yard
Denham Street, Near Eye
Suffolk, IP21 5EX
Common questions about our metal recycling services. Can't find your answer? Call us on 01206 231534.
We accept all ferrous (iron and steel) and non-ferrous (copper, brass, aluminium, lead, stainless steel) metals. This includes copper cable and pipe, brass fittings, aluminium extrusions, structural steel, cast iron, stainless steel, lead, and mixed metals. If it's metal, we can recycle it.
No appointment is necessary for drop-offs at any of our 6 locations. Simply visit during opening hours (Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-12pm). Drive onto our weighbridge and our team will assist you. Most visits take under 15 minutes from arrival to payment.
We guarantee payment within 2 hours via bank transfer during business hours. For cash payments (available for appropriate amounts), you receive immediate payment before leaving our facility. We understand cash flow matters to businesses and tradespeople.
Bring photo ID (driving licence or passport) as required by law under the Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013. If you're VAT registered, bring your business details. That's all you need. We handle the weighing, grading, and documentation.
No minimum quantity for drop-offs. We accept everything from a few kilos of copper cable to tonnes of structural steel. Our pricing is fair regardless of quantity. For collection services, minimum quantities apply depending on location and metal type—contact us to discuss.
Yes, we provide collection services across East England for businesses, trade customers, and larger quantities. We can arrange one-off collections for project clearances or regular scheduled collections for ongoing commercial needs. Contact us on 01206 230 330 to discuss your requirements.
Our experienced team grades metals based on type, purity, and quality. We explain the grading transparently so you understand exactly how we've valued your materials. Prices reflect current London Metal Exchange (LME) rates and vary daily. Call ahead for current pricing on 01206 231 534.
Separating different metal types (copper from steel, brass from aluminium, etc.) achieves better pricing, but it's not required. We accept mixed loads and our team can sort materials. However, separation maximizes your returns—we recommend it when practical.
Yes, we hold full scrap metal dealer licenses as required by law, maintain comprehensive insurance (£10 million public liability), and are BMRA (British Metals Recycling Association) members. All our operations comply with environmental regulations and we provide full documentation for every transaction.
We provide weighbridge tickets showing exact weights, waste transfer notes as required by law, payment confirmation, and duty of care documentation. For business customers, we provide comprehensive records suitable for accounting, tax purposes, and environmental compliance reporting.
Metal prices change daily based on global commodity markets. For today's exact prices on specific metals, call us on 01206 231 534. We're happy to provide current pricing over the phone before your visit. The prices shown on our website are guides only and subject to change.
We have 6 locations across East England: Ardleigh (head office), Colchester, Cambridge, Hitchin, Holbeach, and Eye. Visit whichever location is most convenient. All facilities offer the same professional service, fair pricing, and certified weighbridges. Use our location finder to find your nearest site.
Trusted by thousands of customers across East England since 2007.
"I've been using NM Recycling for over 10 years for all my electrical scrap. They always offer fair prices, payment is genuinely within 2 hours, and the team at Colchester are brilliant. Wouldn't go anywhere else."
"Excellent service from the Cambridge site. We're a manufacturing business and have weekly collections. They've never missed a collection in 5 years, pricing is fair, and the documentation is perfect for our ISO compliance."
"Cleared our entire factory in Hitchin when we relocated. Professional service from start to finish. They handled machinery removal, all the structural steel, and even coordinated with our contractors. Very impressed."
"As a plumber, I accumulate a lot of copper pipe and brass. The Eye facility is really convenient for me and I get better prices here than anywhere else I've tried. Simple, honest service."
"We're a construction company and use the Spalding site regularly. They understand builders - quick service, fair prices for mixed loads, and the weighbridge is always accurate. Been using them for 8 years."
"Brought a load of mixed scrap from clearing my late father's garage. The team were patient, explained everything clearly, and I got more than I expected. Really appreciated their kindness during a difficult time."
Have questions about metal recycling? Need a quote for collection services? Complete the form below and we'll respond within 4 hours during business hours (Mon-Fri 8am-5pm).
Visit any of our 6 locations during opening hours. No appointment needed. Bring photo ID and get paid within 2 hours.
