There are 5,000 phone boxes up for adoption. (Image: Getty)
Unfortunately, the scheme is not available to other individuals, community groups such as residents’ associations or commercial organisations.
A BT spokesperson says: “The growth of the mobile phone industry has inevitably meant phone box usage has dropped dramatically, and nearly half of the phone boxes in the UK have been removed, but there are still around 5000 red phone boxes which can be adopted.
“Whether it’s something that would bring heritage and culture, a practical solution or just joy and inspiration to your community, BT would love you to consider adopting.”