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Free: 12 VHS Video Tapes - used (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 51d - 12 x used VHS tapes - all used. No idea what is on them (probably something off the Telly) Looks like most are 3hr Not been played for ages Any use to someone? If not, it's a date at the Tip for them Collect only from nr Marks Tey / Stanway

Free: Lovely Large Repro Display / Storage Unit (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 117d - Large Repro Display / Storage Unit Dark (Mahogany?) veneer Measures approx. 5ft 7in wide x 7ft tall We bought this new 40 years ago Separates into 2 sections. Top piece measures approx 55in tall x 12in deep, Bottom section measures approx 55in wide x 29in tall Glazed doors with shelves to top section, bottom section has 2 cupboards and 4 drawers Loads and loads of storage (contents in photos not included and it will be empty for collection) Good condition - only damage is one drawer handle has become detached (but could be reattached) We put cardboard between the two sections to protect the top when we moved (and it's still there 20 years later! FREE to a good home. Please note, this is heavy and will need two strong people to collect (no assistance available at this end I'm afraid) and suitable transport Apologies for poor photos due to other furniture being in the way Urgent collection from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway needed

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Free: 7 x 8 Track Cartridges - Elvis, Beatles, Elton John etc (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 143d - Selection of 7 x 8 Track Cartridge Tapes 3 x Elvis, Beatles, Elton John, Paul Simon, Diana Ross Re-discovered during a sort out - they haven't been played for years and am unable to test, but there were OK before they were put away Only one has the cardboard case and all paper labels have signs of poor storage (a bit wrinkled but all readable) Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway NO TIMEWASTERS PLEASE

Free: 2 x Books for Guns & Firearms Enthusiast (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 148d - 2 x books for the Firearms Enthusiast Had these for years but now having a clear out These Hardback books cover the History and Development of guns and Firearms over the years. Fascinating reading for the Enthusiast Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway

Free: 6 Books for the Motorsport Enthusiast (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 148d - 6 Books for the Motor racing fan All Hardback and in great condition. The titles say it all but cover Enzo Ferrari & Ferrari, Encyclopedia of Formula 1, 25 years of Grand Prix, 50 years of Classic cars etc. These are hefty volumes and are packed with photos and information. Great for a present? Had them for years, but now having a clear out Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway

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Free: 4 Books for the Motorcyle Enthusiast (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 148d - Small collection of Motorcycling books 2 are as New, 2 are ex- library books Had these for years and now having a clear out Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway

Free: 6ft Wooden Bookcase (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 152d - Sturdy bookcase on offer Measures approx 6ft x 28in x 11in deep Pine veneer 6 shelves (adjustable) Good condition (just no longer have the room) From smoke free home Quick collection from from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway wanted otherwise it's off to the tip (which would be a crime) Collector should obviously have suitable transport No Timewasters

Free: Collection of Cookery Books (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 152d - Collection of 13 Cookery books Was kindly given a load of Cookery books by another Freecycler, I have selected those that I can use, and I am passing on the remainder All in good condition Perfect for the Cooks / Baker out there - Ideal for Christmas Would love them to all go together, but will split if needed - otherwise they'll get re-cycled, which would be a shame! Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway

Free: Collection of 52 Reader's Digest Condensed Classics HardbackBooks (Marks Tey CO6) Gifted 165d - Collection of 52 Reader's Digest Condensed Classics Look great in a display unit (or even read them!) Some pages have some minor yellowing, but all pages clean and perfectly. All to go together Bring boxes! Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway

Free: Black Glass & Chrome TV Stand (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 178d - Black glass & chrome TV stand Width (at widest part) 80cm Depth (front to back) 42cm Height 50cm 3 shelves Had our 47in TV on it for years Nice condition, but now no longer needed Quick collection wanted, or it's off to the tip, which would be a shame! FREE collect from nr. Marks Tey / Stanway

Free: Selection of 38 Cardboard Boxes (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 209d - Selection of strong Double Walled boxes - ideal for storage / moving. EDIT - SOME HAVE BEEN TAKEN - Nos. REMAINING ADJUSTED BELOW Used once, then flat packed. All measurements in CM 15@ 26 x 14 x 31 tall (left in 1st photo) 23@ 33 x 29 x 21 tall (right in 1st photo) No large ones left Take some or all - would rather they be re-used or they'll be recycled Need gone by Saturday Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway Free: 35 + Selection of Cardboard boxes (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 209d - EDIT - SOME HAVE BEEN TAKEN - Nos. REMAINING ADJUSTED BELOW Selection of strong Double Walled boxes - ideal for storage / moving. Used once, then flat packed. All measurements in CM 15@ 26 x 14 x 31 tall (left in 1st photo) 23@ 33 x 29 x 21 tall (right in 1st photo) No large ones left Take some or all - would rather they be re-used or they'll be recycled Need gone by Saturday Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway Free: AKAI Stereo Tuner (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 209d - AKAI AT-K11L stereo Tuner AM / FM /MW/LW Mine for many, many years, but stored, unused for nearly as long! Unable to fully test due to lack of equipment but lights up and shows strength of signal it's receiving so no reason to think that it isn't working perfectly still. Complete with power lead, aerial lead and output to amplifier leads Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway

Free: 2 x 25 litre Plastic Screw Top Containers (Marks Tey CO6) Gifted 210d - 2 x 25 litre Rigid Plastic Containers. Screw Top (Did have 6 - only 2 left) Only used once - only ever contained cider vinegar Measure approx 13in x 13in x 18in tall Did have loads, used what I needed when drained an oil tank, but never needed these Someone must have a use for them. Would hate for them to go to the tip! Been in garden so might have the odd leaf / spider around the handle (these are also free!) Take one or take all, but must go Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway

Free: 30 odd Storage Tins for Shed / Garage including contents (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 229d - Over 30 metal storage tins for shed or garage inc contents Mostly old tobacco tins that have been used for storing screws, nails, nuts n bolts for last 50 years! Some tins are empty but most rattle when picked up, so still have stuff in there. Haven't looked or sorted Ideal for someone else's shed or garage! All to go as one lot or it's off to the tip! Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway

Free: Selection of Books (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 267d - Selection of 10 random books to give away Travel / Touring / Cars - Spitfire! All Hardback and in great condition Having a clear out All to go together - bring a box! Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway NO Timewasters

Free: 2 x Bikes for spares / fixing PENDING COLLECTION (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 302d - 2 bikes - suitable for Teenager 26in wheels Both need attention - not used for ages, flat tyres etc Black one has Disc brakes and is probably the better one Red one is a bit rusty Maybe good for spares? If not, they'll be on their way to the Tip! To go together please Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway NO Timewasters!

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Request: Wheelbarrow WHEEL only (Marks Tey CO6) Received 329d - Does anyone have an old 8" wheel for a wheelbarrow please? As I think my one is at End of Life! - Could have been a Pothole or maybe when I clipped the kerb! I only need the wheel - doesn't matter about tyre or tube - even if it is still attached to a rusty barrow, I may be able to use the wheel itself I'm looking for an 8 in wheel (and if it has a 13mm bore for the axle, even better - but not critical) Happy to collect Colchester / Clacton areas Thanks for reading

Free: 8 x OS / Michelin Maps (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 1y - 8 Ordanance Survey & Michelin maps Cover East London, Thames Estuary, Weald of Kent, Great Britain, Benelux and Belgium They are a number of years old but in good usable condition All to go together before they get recycled next week Pick up only from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway

Free: Draper Metal Cantilever Tool Box (Marks Tey CO6) Gifted 1y - Metal Cantilever Toolbox Made by Draper Good used condition- opens and closes easily No longer needed Collect from Nr Marks Tey/ Stanway

Free: Incomplete Drum Kit (Marks Tey CO6) Gifted 1y - Incomplete Drum Kit - no cymbals etc Consists of Bass Drum, 3 Toms, Snare All drums will need some attention to a greater or lesser extent- Some have bits missing and some will need new skins The photos show everything there is - there are no cymbals / stands / stool or sticks MUST go this weekend or it's down to the tip on Monday as need the space Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway No timewasters - it's all or nothing

Free: Lady's Bicycle - needs tlc (Marks Tey CO6) Gifted 1y - Lady's Bicycle Not used for ages Flat tyre Needs tlc Great for someone who can do up FREE - BUT NO TIMEWASTERS! Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway

Free: 5 x 25kg bags of Cold Lay Tarmac (Marks Tey CO6) Gifted 1y - 5 x BAGS OF 25KG TARMAC COLD LAY ASPHALT POT HOLE REPAIR ROAD PATH CAR PARK. Genuine "Tarmac" brand Obviously sealed and unused Ideal for pot holes and patching paths & driveways Surplus to requirements. In sealed plastic bags Always stored in garage No expiry date on bags but should be fine, but obviously cannot guarantee. Bag states covers 0.4m² to 30mm Depth when compacted Currently around £10 a bag in B&Q Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway

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Free: Saddle (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 1y - Shed Clear Out - Horse Saddle Old, well used (and rather tatty!) NOT leather No idea how you measure a saddle, but for what it's worth, the overal length measures approx 15in Any use to anyone before it goes in the skip?

Free: Mountfield Self Propelled Lawnmower- needs tlc (Marks Tey CO6) Gifted 1y - Mountfield SP164 Self Propelled Lawnmower 4 Stroke Petrol 390mm cut Was running and mowing a year ago until drive cable broke and not used since as not needed No grass box Ideal for repair / spares Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway - NO Timewasters please

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Free: 5 x DIY Books (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 1y - Selection of DIY / Home Maintenance books Had them for years and have proved to be very useful No longer needed as Wife knows everything! Having a clear out All to go together Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway

Free: Books on Cats, Horses, Pandas and Antiques! (Marks Tey CO6) Expired 1y - Random selection of Surplus books... Cat care, Horse care, Giant Pandas and a Millers antique price guide 1999 Having a clear out - no longer needed All to go together Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway

Free: Cordless 18v Circular Saw (Marks Tey CO6) Gifted 1y - PRO 18v Cordless Circular Saw In original case, with 2 batteries and charger and original instructions. Takes 135mm blades Packet of new spare blades Unused for ages - gave one battery a very short charge and saw worked but obviously cannot offer any guarantees regarding batteries Having a clear out and it's just taking up space, so time to go Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway

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Free: 4 x Meercats (Marks Tey CO6) Gifted 1y - 4 x Meerkat Toys 2 x Baby Oleg and Grub, 1 x Safari Oleg 1 x Vassily All unused and in original box. All to go together Collect from Nr Marks Tey/ Stanway

Free: Antique Frister Rossmann Sewing Machine (Marks Tey CO6) Gifted 1y - Very old sewing machine in wooden case Hand cranked and electric! Looks complete but not used for years so untested Key for case missing Collect from Nr Marks Tey / Stanway

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