Thank you to everyone who responded to our appeal for information about litter “hotspots” around the Island. We’ve received a growing list of areas that need attention and will be organising clean-ups over the coming weeks. Before we begin, though, we need to consider how we can approach this together, safely and responsibly.
The areas highlighted include:
- Douglas Amenity Site access road
- Spaldrick Beach
- Manor Hotel, Willaston area
- Cedar / Cinder Path (between Hillside Avenue & Peel Road)
- Castletown Bypass
- Mountain Road (hairpin area and surrounding)
- Port Soderick car park and glen
- Castletown Poulsom Park
- Old Castletown Road
- South Shore Ramsey
- Jurby Industrial Estate
- Ballakermeen Drive / playing fields
- Noble’s Hospital car parks / Millennium Woods
- NSC
Since Beach Buddies was founded 20 years ago our number one priority has always been the safety of our amazing volunteers. Under no circumstances should anyone attempt to remove rubbish from roadsides where there is even the slightest risk to personal safety. We also strongly advise that children should never take part in roadside clean-ups.
We truly value the enthusiasm and commitment of our volunteers, but it’s essential that no one takes any risks. Please be extremely cautious if you’re considering litter-picking near a road even if it appears to be a “safe” spot. We recommend leaving roadside locations to officially organised Beach Buddies events, where appropriate safety measures can be put in place.
If you’re thinking of tackling any of these areas please email us before getting started so we can avoid duplication and organise clean-ups as efficiently as possible.
Thank you again to everyone who has taken the time to report litter hotspots. We really appreciate your support and help.
