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Save our seas - beach clean

Poppy Daley

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.

  • Beach stretch:

    West Southbourne

  • Date and time:

    14 Oct 2024, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

  • Meeting point:

    Meet at 10:30am at: Cafe Riva Boscombe Overcliff Drive Bournemouth BH5 2EL

  • Capacity:

    25 volunteers - 24 spaces left

  • School friendly?

    No

A map showing the West Southbourne beach stretch plotted on it

Marine Conservation Society’s data has been used to make a positive impact on our oceans - including the introduction of the plastic bag charge, banning microplastics in personal care products, better wet wipe labelling, and supporting a tax on single-use plastic items. Collecting litter from the beach and recording these findings helps the charity drives their conservation work and campaign for change.

Beach stretch details

Fisherman's walk beach - from the base of the zigzag towards Hengistbury. 

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.