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Need to sell scrap metal from Nelson? Our nearest scrap yard in Preston is 24 miles away — roughly 35 minutes via the M65. We buy non-ferrous metals, plus brake discs and Mixed Tool Steel, at the best prices in Lancashire.

We get customers from across Nelson — Barrowford, Colne, and Brierfield.

We have 67 customers from Nelson and the surrounding area — ferrous and non-ferrous alike.

Did you know? Nelson was purpose-built around the cotton industry in the 19th century and named after Admiral Lord Nelson.

Your nearest scrap yard

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362 Blackpool Road, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 3AA
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Mon–Fri: 8am–4:30pm
Sat: 8am–12pm

From Nelson: 24 miles via M65 — about 35 min

Non-Ferrous Scrap Metal Prices — Nelson

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Ferrous & Non-Ferrous Scrap We Buy from Nelson

From copper and brass to steel and iron — we buy it all.

Non-Ferrous

Copper
Brass
Aluminium
Lead
Stainless
Cables

Ferrous & Other

Brake Discs
Mixed Tool Steel
Car Batteries
Gold & Silver
Motors

How to Sell Scrap Metal from Nelson

1. Drive in — Drive to our Preston scrap yard — 24 miles via M65, roughly 35 minutes.

2. Weigh in — Calibrated digital scales. You can see the reading yourself.

3. Get paid — Same day BACS bank transfer. Done.

Coming from Nelson?

Most Nelson customers come down the M65 — allow about 35 minutes outside rush hour. Mid-morning is usually quietest at the gate. We see a steady mix of domestic clearances, plumbing offcuts, ali frames and the odd lead flashing roll. Bigger industrial loads we collect on request, just call ahead.

Scrap Metal FAQs — Nelson

Where is the nearest scrap yard to Nelson?
From Nelson, the nearest QuickStop yard is our Preston depot at 362 Blackpool Road, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 3AA. Roughly 24 miles on the M65, allow about 35 minutes.
What scrap metal do you buy from Nelson?
We're after the lot. Copper (all grades), brass, aluminium (sheet, cast, mixed), lead, stainless 304 and 316, all cables. Plus brake discs and Mixed Tool Steel. Gold, silver, batteries, electric motors and cat converters too.
Do I need an appointment?
Never need an appointment. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm and Sat 8am-12pm. Photo ID and proof of address required first visit only — Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013.
How quickly do I get paid?
Same day, bank transfer. Cleared funds usually within 2 hours of you leaving. Cash isn't part of our setup — BACS only.

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