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About Us
Trusted Scrap Metal Recyclers in Thirsk — Since 1920
A proud family business with a century of experience in metal recycling, skip hire, and vehicle scrapping.
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What We Do Best
We specialise in:
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Ferrous Metal Recycling: Steel, iron, and cast iron
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Non-Ferrous Metal Recycling: Copper, brass, aluminium, stainless steel, lead & more
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Scrap Car Collection: DVLA-compliant vehicle recycling with free local pickup
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Skip Hire: For domestic, commercial, and construction use
From walk-ins to large-scale commercial clients, we handle it all with professionalism, speed, and integrity.
Our Values
We don’t just talk the talk — we live by these core values every day:
🔩 Transparency – Clear, competitive pricing with no hidden deductions
🤝 Reliability – We show up on time and do what we say
🌱 Sustainability – Everything we recycle is done to the highest environmental standards
🛠️ Community – Supporting local businesses, builders, farmers, and families
Why Choose SCS Recycling?
✅ Over 100 Years of Experience
We’ve been doing this longer than most scrap yards have existed. That means we’ve seen it all, and we know exactly how to give our customers the best possible service.
✅ Modern Equipment, Traditional Service
Our yard is equipped with the latest weighbridges, cranes, and sorting tech — but our customer service is proudly old-school.
✅ Fully Licensed & DVLA Registered
We’re fully licensed for scrap metal processing and vehicle recycling. You’ll get proper paperwork and peace of mind.
✅ Family Business = Personal Touch
When you deal with SCS, you're dealing with real people who care about getting it right. We're not a faceless national chain.
Meet The Team
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Our Facility in Thirsk
We’re based just off the A19 near Thirsk, serving Northallerton, Ripon, Harrogate, and the wider Yorkshire area. Our yard is fully equipped with:
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On-site weighbridge
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Drive-in unloading for vans & lorries
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Separate areas for ferrous and non-ferrous
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Safe, clean drop-off zones for the public
