Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Secure Document Shredding & Recycling Services
Established in 1973, M&J Bowers has built a reputation as a trusted leader in secure document destruction and recycling. With over five decades of experience, our team pioneered confidential waste management in the UK, developing innovative solutions to meet evolving data protection requirements. We operate a fleet of purpose-built vehicles and two mobile shredding units, enabling us to serve businesses across South and Central England. Our staff undergo rigorous CRB checks and adhere to BS EN 15713:2009 standards, ensuring compliance with the highest industry benchmarks. Recognised as Environmental Business of the Year in 2020, we combine technical expertise with a commitment to sustainability, recycling 100% of collected materials while providing certified destruction services for sensitive information.
Services
On-Site Shredding
Off-Site Shredding
Paper Recycling
Hard Drive Destruction
GDPR Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- 50 years of experience in secure document destruction
- CRB-checked staff trained to BS EN 15713 standards
- Competitive pricing with free waste audit consultations
- Mobile shredding units for on-site destruction
- 100% landfill-free recycling of collected materials
Associations and certifications
- BS EN 15713:2009
What people say
Prompt, efficient service
Peace of mind compliance
Friendly, professional team
Competitive pricing
Reliable collections
Services
On-Site Shredding
Our two mobile shredding units provide secure on-site destruction of confidential documents. Customers can witness the process, receiving a Certificate of Destruction for compliance. This service suits legal and medical firms requiring immediate verification of data elimination.
Off-Site Shredding
Documents are collected in lockable containers and transported to our facility for shredding. Clients receive both a Certificate of Destruction and Waste Transfer Note. Ideal for regular volume processing with guaranteed zero landfill disposal.
Paper Recycling
We collect and recycle business paper waste across the South West. Our flexible schedule prevents storage issues, with 100% of materials processed into new products. Services include printer waste and cardboard manufacturing offcuts.
Hard Drive Destruction
Secure destruction of electronic storage devices including hard drives and surveillance tapes. Our process eliminates cyber risks while providing certified compliance documentation for corporate data protection requirements.
GDPR Services
Tailored solutions for GDPR compliance through certified document destruction. We provide audit trails, destruction certificates, and secure waste management systems to protect organisational data integrity.
People
John Bowers
Chairman
Co-founder since 1973, John established M&J Bowers as a pioneer in secure waste management. He developed industry-leading practices for confidential destruction, maintaining partnerships with regional councils and legal institutions.
Andrew Bowers
Managing Director
Overseeing daily operations since 2013, Andrew manages our fleet collecting 200+ tonnes weekly. He focuses on expanding service coverage while maintaining BS EN 15713 compliance and customer satisfaction benchmarks.
Sam Bowers
Director
As logistics manager, Sam coordinates collection schedules and client communications. He ensures efficient transportation of confidential waste while maintaining strict security protocols during transit operations.
Emma Isaacs
Director
Office manager Emma oversees administrative operations and financial systems. She maintains client records for compliance documentation and manages payroll for our CRB-checked team of 20+ professionals.
Questions
What areas do you cover for document shredding?
We serve businesses across South and Central England including Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, West Midlands, Gloucestershire and London with both collection and mobile shredding services.
How do you ensure GDPR compliance?
Our BS EN 15713-certified process includes CRB-checked staff, chain-of-custody documentation, and destruction certificates with audit trails meeting all GDPR requirements.
What happens to shredded materials?
All shredded paper is baled and recycled into new products. We guarantee zero landfill disposal through our certified recycling partners across the South West.
Can I witness document destruction?
Yes, our mobile shredding units allow clients to observe the destruction process in real-time, with immediate issuance of Certificate of Destruction documentation.
What payment options are available?
We accept standard business payment terms with flexible billing cycles. Competitive pricing is available for long-term contracts with regular collections.
Reviews (8)
Vicki Stewart
Jun 25, 2023
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Exceptional professional service! I wholeheartedly endorse M&J Bowers. Tender Victory has relied on their expertise for over a decade to guarantee the secure disposal of our confidential files and records, ensuring compliance with our data protection obligations.
Nic Rixon
Mar 01, 2023
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We needed an urgent collection and a certificate to say our waste had been confidentiality shredded and then an ongoing collection service. I can't imagine we could have found any business in any sector that would have responded so fast and in such a friendly manner. I can not recommend this business highly enough.
Tony Markus
Oct 09, 2022
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Another excellent experience. Efficient and reassuringly secure disposal of confidential material and, as always, friendly manner of this well established family business. Thank you!
Andy Simonds
Sep 09, 2020
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Great service, reasonably priced and lovely people. Help was readily available when needed where as other companies seem to want to complicate things. Highly recommended
Kris Kaczor Drums
Feb 19, 2020
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Excellent and professional service. Everybody there is so friendly that you would think you know them for years. Definitely will be back and recommending this services.
Clare Giles
Apr 06, 2019
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We use M & J Bowers to destroy our confidential waste. Well run family firm, professional and efficient.
Donna Smith
Mar 10, 2019
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My experience at cash4clutter was friendly and easy, just pop in with clothes, shoes, handbags, books and brick a brac and it's all weighed up for you, a very helpful service. Please note Cash4Clutter is not part of M J Bowers and has completely different opening hours and days, they are. Tuesday 10am-3pm Wednesday 10am-3pm Saturday 10am-3pm
Steve Cleverly
Feb 10, 2018
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Brilliantly helpful staff and sensible prices mean that we can all afford to dispose of confidential documents without any worry. Cannot recommend too highly