Barometers may container mercury. This is a hazardous substance and must not be placed in your recycling or rubbish
What do I do with it?
Take it to a recycling centre.
- do not break or try to remove the mercury
- handle the item with care
- place it in the chemical disposal container at a Household Waste and Recycling Centre (except Dudnance Lane, Pool). Ask a member of staff on site where to put it
Household waste and recycling centres (HWRCs)
We have 14 Household Waste and Recycling Centres across Cornwall. You can find opening times and a list of accepted items for each site using the button below.
You can find your nearest HWRC by entering you postcode on our My Area page.
You need to book a slot to visit some sites.