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Join Us for a Thames Microplastic Beach Clean with Washed Up Cards on the Isle of Dogs
Join Washed Up Cards for a wholesome and meditative beach clean along the River Thames. This session will focus on collecting microplastics which are tiny pieces of plastic less than 5mm in size which helps to protect local wildlife and reduce plastic pollution in one of London’s most iconic rivers.
Washed Up Cards is an eco-conscious organisation that raises awareness about plastic pollution through creative reuse and environmental action. Their work focuses on protecting waterways, wildlife, and inspiring communities to take small but meaningful steps towards a cleaner planet.
Connected Event
The plastic collected at this event will be used in our Crafternoon: Turning Plastic into Purpose with Washed Up Cards, giving you the chance to turn waste into meaningful, handmade cards in a creative workshop at UCL.
🧤 What’s a Big Help Out?
Big Help Outs are fun one-off volunteering opportunities that involve a big group. It's all about small actions creating big change when we work together. At our events, you’ll always find friendly student and staff faces to make sure you feel welcome and supported.
Why Join In?
You’ll be directly contributing to tackling plastic pollution in the River Thames, while learning more about environmental issues and taking part in a calming, feel-good activity outdoors.
📍 Meet-Up Point
To make it easier to get involved, you can travel to the event with a member of our team. This is a great way to meet fellow volunteers, make new friends, and arrive together.
Meet Point: UCL Bloomsbury Theatre Building Ground Floor at 9:20am
Please note: We will leave the Meet Point at 9:30am so please arrive on time. If you do not want to meet together, you can meet us directly at the location
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Isle of Dogs 235A Westferry Road, E14 3QS
👥 What to Expect
- Take Action: Collect microplastics and plastic waste along the Thames foreshore
- Learn: Understand the impact of microplastic pollution on wildlife and waterways
- Connect: Work alongside fellow UCL students and environmental changemakers
- Reflect: Enjoy a calm, mindful volunteering experience outdoors
🧰 What You’ll Need
- Wear: Wellington boots or walking boots, warm layers, waterproofs
- Bring: Yourself, hand gel, and water
- Provided: Gloves, litter pickers, hoops, and rubbish bags
Important Information: By signing up, you’ve claimed a limited ticket. This ticket does not confirm your spot, we will email you closer to the date to confirm whether you have been selected, as there are limited spaces available (maximum 20 volunteers).
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