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UN International Biodiversity Day beach clean and litter survey!
People of all ages are wecome to join me at Leasowe beach for a family-friendly beach clean and litter survey to celebrate this year's UN International Biodiversity Day 2026. MCS encourge public transport/walking/cycling whenever possible. Car parking is available at Leasowe gunsite car park (via Green Lane) (SatNav postcode: CH46 2RH). All equipment will be provided including litter surveys.
Friends of Largo Bay Beach Clean and Survey at Temple, Lower Largo
Beach conditions can be variable so bring suitable clothing for the weather. Bring your own gloves and pickers if you have them but we have a supply. Public Toilets at Car Park. Pickers Perks offers at the Aurrie Cafe. Enjoy refreshments after your hard work.
Beach Clean - Felixstowe Spa Pavilion
Hi! I'm Beth and I'll be the coordinator for the beach clean. It will be World Turtle Day so hoping we can help the turtles by cleaning our beaches! We will be surveying the beach and picking up the litter. I will be stood outside of the spa pavilion entrance in blue marine conservation high vis at 10:30am to meet you. Please bring gloves, all other equipment will be provided.
Mawbray Banks beach clean
We will be doing a beach clean and litter survey of Mawbray beach as part of the Marine Conservation Society’s Great British Beach Clean. We will provide all the equipment and tools that are needed for the beach clean - we just need you to come along and join in! Meet at the Mawbray Banks south car park (CA15 6QS, What3Words nowadays.tolerable.sprays) and we will all walk down to the beach from there Please wear appropriate footwear and dress for the weather - it can be very windy on the beach! Bring and drinks any snacks you may need.
Bank Holiday Beach Clean at Millisle Beach
Join us for a Beach Clean & Beachwatch litter survey at beautiful Millisle Beach on Bank Holiday Monday, 25th May at 10:00AM! This event will be led by Claire from the Marine Conservation Society, and is a great opportunity to help protect our coastline, collect valuable litter data, and meet other people who care about the marine environment. 📍 Meeting Point: Ballywalter Road Car Park<br /> https://w3w.co/pavement.mule.punctured All equipment will be provided - just bring yourself and plenty of enthusiasm! As this is an outdoor event, please check the weather forecast beforehand and wear suitable clothing and sturdy footwear for beach terrain. We also recommend bringing appropriate UV protection such as sunscreen, hats, and water. Toilets are available at the entrance to the car park. Children are very welcome but must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. Whether you can stay for the full event or just lend a hand for a while, every piece of litter collected makes a difference. Everyone is welcome! We hope to "sea" you there! 🌊
Skegness Aquarium Beach Clean
Come and join us here at the Aquarium for a beach clean! The Beach Clean will commence at 10am, where we meet at the front doors of Skegness Aquarium. Whilst we wait for all our attendees to arrive you will have time to use the toilet facilities. Then we will carry out our safety briefing and sign consent forms before heading down to the beach. Please wear appropriate clothing. We hope to be cleaning between 10.30 and 11.30 but we have been known to overrun a little. Litter pickers, bin bags and rings will be provided as well as gloves, you only need bring yourselves! The clean may be cancelled due to bad weather but if that is the case, I will contact you on the email addresses you used when you sign up and inform you if and when the clean will be rescheduled for. If you have any questions, please feel free to email conservation@teenspiritltd.com and we will be happy to answer them.
Oceanariums monthly beach clean
The first Sunday of every month at 2pm, the Bournemouth Oceanarium will be hosting a public beach clean were everyone is welcome. We will supply the litter pickers, waste bags, disposal bins, recording sheets and clipboards so simply bring yourself, a sturdy pair of shoes, adequate clothing, sun cream (depending on forecast) and any friends or family to help. The beach clean will run from 2pm-3pm however you do not have to stay for the full length of time. Whether you help for 2 minutes or 2 hours, it all helps reduce plastic from entering our oceans!
World Ocean Day Beach Clean
As part of Great Big Green Week and The Big Help Out, join us for a beach clean at Sandilands and help protect local marine life this World Ocean Day. Together, we’ll be supporting the Marine Conservation Society by helping stop harmful litter from reaching the ocean, while collecting important data that supports campaigns for cleaner, healthier beaches. We’ll provide gloves, bags and litter-pickers, but if you’d prefer to bring your own equipment, please feel free. Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and sturdy walking boots or shoes.
Beach Clean - Felixstowe Spa Pavilion
Hi! I'm Beth and I'll be the coordinator for the beach clean. We will be surveying the beach and picking up the litter. I will be stood outside of the spa pavilion entrance in blue marine conservation high vis at 10:30am to meet you. Please bring gloves, all other equipment will be provided. <br />
Great Western Beach Clean
Join us at the Great Western Beach on Saturday 13th June 2026 at 10:00 for the Marine Conservation Society's Beach Clean. We will also have a Deposit Return Scheme Workshop based in the Great Western Hotel from 12:00. We will provide litter pickers, gloves and reusable bags. All you need is close toe shoes (no sandals, bare feet), clothing suitable for the weather on the day. We recommed a waterproof jacket, suncream and a hat. Also worth knowing… What to bring: We’d recommend you pack a rucksack with a few essentials like sunscreen, waterproofs, hand sanitiser, and perhaps some snacks and a drink (in a reusable bottle, of course). What to wear: If you're picking up litter with your hands it's worth wearing a strong pair of gloves - like gardening gloves - just to make sure you're protected. Sturdy shoes are a must for protection too. Under 16s: To comply with our insurance, volunteers under 16 will need to be accompanied by an adult who will be asked to sign a parental / guardian consent form on the day by the beach clean organiser.
Pegwell Bay - Summer Beach Clean
This Summer Beach Clean will take place on the beach close to the white cliffs within the Sandwich & Pegwell Bay National Nature Reserve. The event lasts for 2 hours and is open to all to join in. Children have to be supervised by a responsible adult. Litter sticks, hoops, and bags are provided. If you need gloves, please bring your own garden gloves; and wear appropriate clothing for weather on the day (windproof/rainproof if windy &/or raining) & tough footwear for walking on the beach. Please also bring along your own water bottle, or refreshment, to quench your thirst! Please Note: the nearby picnic site 'cafe', 'toilets' and car park are OPEN during the summer months. Detailed access directions to the beach: From Viking Ship picnic site >> walk to the north-east corner of the picnic site (Ramsgate direction), then >> along a footpath adjacent to a field to a road , then >> turn right & walk down the (former hoverport access) road & at the bottom >> turn round to the left around the trees to the start of the sandy beach (above the saltmarsh/mudflats). The Thanet Coast Project (https://www.thanetcoast.org.uk/) runs this event - and the Kent Wildlife Trust and Bird Wise East Kent may be present too, so that you can ask your questions about the bird life of this National Nature Reserve. Find us on social - https://www.facebook.com/nekmpa1/
Gama Aviation Beach Clean Volunteers
Please bring a pair of gardening gloves or similar to protect your hands.
