Beach Clean - West Kirby…

Great British Beach Clean Event

Become a Citizen Scientist for the day and join us for a beach clean during the Great British Beach Clean week! This event is a collaboration between Marine Conservation Society, JMSU and LJMU Environmental Sustainability and Energy team.

As we pick up litter on the beach, we’ll be recording what we’ve collected. This data is key for the Marine Conservation Society as they monitor what is found on beaches all around the UK and Northern Ireland every year, which helps to track progress and drive policy change. Examples of how this data has been used in the past includes 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.

Itinerary

We’ll be meeting at the JMSU reception at 9am in the Student Life Building (upper ground floor) before we head over to Liverpool Lime Street station. We’ll be getting the train to West Kirby to join the Marine Conservation Society on the beach. The event is from 10.45am - 12pm and afterwards you’ll be free to return to Liverpool or enjoy the local area and the cafés, shops, or walks available. 

What do I need to wear?

Sturdy shoes that you don’t mind getting dirty are a must (no flipflops!) and please wear clothing that is appropriate to the weather! Light waterproof raincoat if its cold, suncream if its hot and sunny. We’ll send everyone a reminder closer to the time when we know what the weather will be like! 

Food and Drink

Please bring water with you and any snacks you require. There are also nearby shops and restaurants if you want to get food afterwards. JMSU will also cover lunch for a meal deal at Morrisons after the beach clean for all volunteers. 

What else do I need to bring?

All equipment will be provided, and we’ll be paying for return train tickets for anyone who would like to attend. Feel free to bring some hand sanitiser, there are also toilets next to the beach to wash your hands.

Accessibility Information

We aim to ensure that all our events are accessible and inclusive of all students. Please get in touch with us if you have any queries or access requirements via this email: jmsuvolunteering@ljmu.ac.uk

What are access requirements?

Access requirements for events encompass a range of considerations designed to ensure that all attendees, regardless of their dietary, religious, physical, sensory or other personal needs, can fully participate in and enjoy the event.

If you have any questions or need anything else, please get in touch with us at jmsuvolunteeering@ljmu.ac.uk. This event is open to all LJMU Students from any level. Make sure you also register as a JMSU Volunteer so you can log your hours for other rewards and incentives.

See you soon!

JMSU Volunteering & LJMU Sustainability team