Saturday, 17th May – Parish-Wide Litter Picking Event
Mental Health Awareness Week Special: Connecting Community, Nature, and Wellbeing
Our community is coming together to make a difference – not just for our environment, but for our mental health and social connections! This litter picking event is more than just a clean-up; it’s an opportunity to boost your wellbeing, enjoy the outdoors, and connect with neighbours.
Why Participate?
- Nature’s Therapy: Spending time outdoors has proven mental health benefits
- Social Connection: Chat, laugh, and work together with local residents
- Physical Activity: Light exercise in the fresh air
- Community Pride: Make a tangible difference in our parish
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, 17th May
- Time: 10:00 AM – Start of litter picking
- Areas Covered:
- Abbey Meads – Meeting point: Catherine Wayte Primary School (Led by Cllr John Jackson)
- Haydon Wick – Meeting point: Fox & Hounds Pub Car Park (Led by Cllr Leigh Jackson)
- Greenmeadow – Meeting Point: Shield & Dagger Pub Car Park (led by Cllr Omkar Munagala
- Oakhurst – Oakhurst School Parking area (Led by Cllr Rebecca Ross)
- Haydon End/Taw Hill meeting point: Tawny Owl Pub Car Park (Led by Cllrs Bose Patrick-Okoh and Ayo JimmyÂ
What to Bring:
- Comfortable walking shoes
- High-visibility vest, Licker Pickers (if you have one) otherwise these will be provided
- A friendly smile and open mind!
Small actions can have big impacts – on our environment, our community, and our mental wellbeing. Let’s make a difference together!
