How it all works
How does recycling work? What is the plant like? How large is the process?
The history of paper
How and when was paper first made? What was it used for? Who used it? When did it gain popularity? When did it become affordable to everyone? How has paper changed? What does the future hold for the paper industry?
All of these questions and many more will be answered in this section.
History of Aylesford Newsprint
This puts Aylesford Newsprint in perspective as Kent has a long association with papermaking and so it's no surprise to find one of the World's top producers of recycled newsprint located within the Garden of England. Some key historical facts that show how the industry developed in the South East and how Aylesford Newsprint has become one of the best known names in the industry.
Recycling in the UK
Why is recycling so important today? Here we consider the important environmental and legislative drivers that are making the recycling industry one of the fastest growing sectors in the UK today.
The paper mill at work
This provides an insight into the workings of the Aylesford Newsprint plant. The tour starts with the arrival of the recovered paper as it is brought into the mill and then what happens as it moves through the process.
Strange but true
A selection of usual facts and figures from a variety of sources that put recycling in perspective.
Make your own paper
Instructions on how to make your own paper.
Useful Links
A selection of links to internet resources regarding recycling in several categories: Teacher's, Children's homework help, glass, plastic, green waste, metal etc.