mundesley beach clean NR118BQ
Join this beach clean to help us stop harmful litter from reaching the ocean and collect vital data that we can use to bring about positive change for our seas.
pay and display car park next to the arcade down beach road. Facilities available along the seafront. Approximately 2 hours long. Equipment available, if you want to bring your own gardening gloves pickers e.c.t that’s fine. Dogs available but please be aware of local restrictions. Children are welcome but must be with an adult and remain the responsibility of the adult. Things to be aware of are:
Dog mess (we only collect it in bags)
Sanitary products
Needles (sharps box available please let organizer know) be vigilant if kneeling too
Fishing hooks and sharp pieces of metal
Broken glass
Chemical tubs (if found and not empty must be left and coastguard informed)
Cliff fall – please be aware the clay cliffs are very unstable and dangerous falling often especially in wet weather. Never climb the cliffs to collect litter, avoid going too near the edge and please do not allow children or dogs to climb up or down them
Wildlife such as seals, unless they need help, we leave them to it. Adders in the dunes in summer
Heavy fishing gear such as crab/lobster pots
Some climbing may be involved
Green slippery seaweed on ramps and paths, extra care must be taken as it is extremely slippery
There will be a short safety talk before we start. Weather appropriate clothing is recommended such as close toed shoes, waterproofs/sunhats a drink is also recommended
Beach cleans are tide dependent and can be cancelled at short notice, please check emails/website .Facebook page etc. before the event
We collect fishing gear and plastics to be recycled in appropriate bins
All rubbish is weighed and counted for data collection, we use social media to post results and pictures , please inform organizer if you do not wish to be in the pictures
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.