Dispose of asbestos near Charnock Richard

No place in Charnock Richard itself lists asbestos. The nearest is Chorley Household Waste Recycling Centre, 1.7 miles from the centre of Charnock Richard. Contact the council before you take asbestos to any site.

Leave asbestos whole and wrap it twice

The Health and Safety Executive says asbestos fibres can cause fatal lung disease. About 5,000 people a year die from asbestos related diseases in Great Britain. HSE advises keeping large pieces of asbestos waste whole, then double wrapping and labelling them.

Last updated: 15 October 2026

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