Dereham Community Litter Pickers

A group of friendly, like minded volunteers helping to keep the streets of Dereham tidy.

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

3/3… risk of fires, putting wildlife, habitats, and surrounding areas at risk. Please take your litter home or use a bin if one is available. @yaxhamwaters @BreckCouncil @KeepBritainTidy

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

1/3… Another successful litter pick completed - thanks to Yaxham Waters for sponsoring us today, and to all of our amazing volunteers who came out despite the warm weather.

🚮 20 people
🚮 24 bags
🚮 81kg

One of the most disappointing discoveries was 115 cans found

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

2/3… dumped in just one area. Sadly, this shows that littering continues to be a real issue in Dereham and Toftwood.

With the recent hot, dry weather, we’d also like to remind everyone about the dangers of discarded glass bottles. Glass left in dry grass can increase the

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

Our next litter pick is 25th July 10am sponsored by Yaxham Waters. Whether you’re a regular volunteer or it’s your first time, everyone is welcome. Every bag of litter collected helps make our town cleaner and greener for everyone. @yaxhamwaters @BreckCouncil @KeepBritainTidy

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

Recognising some of our amazing volunteers and their achievements 💪🏻 Here’s to your next milestone! 🚮 @BreckCouncil @KeepBritainTidy

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

2/2… The cooler weather made for a much more pleasant litter pick, and everyone’s hard work has left the area looking so much cleaner.

A huge thank you to everyone who gave up their time to help this morning. This litter pick was proudly sponsored by the Bin Dr.

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

1/2… A fantastic morning in Dereham with 17 amazing volunteers helping to make a difference to the local environment.

🗑️ 19 bags
⚖️ 53.65kg

It was great to welcome volunteers from Peterborough and Whitley Bay, Northumberland, showing that community spirit knows no distance!

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

3/3... Thank you for your understanding, please stay cool and hydrated! We'll be back with litter pickers and bin bags soon – for now, let's all do our bit to stay safe in the heat. @yaxhamwaters @BreckCouncil @KeepBritainTidy

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

1/3... After careful consideration, we've decided to cancel this Saturday's litter pick due to the continued forecast of high temperatures and humidity.

Our wonderful volunteers are at the heart of everything we do, and their safety and wellbeing must come first.

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

2/3... We know many of you were planning to come along and help make a difference in our community, and we're incredibly grateful for your support and enthusiasm. We don't want to risk anyone becoming unwell in the heat, which is why we have made this decision.

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

Join us for our next litter pick on 27th June sponsored by Yaxham Waters. All equipment provided. Make sure you bring a drink and sun cream as it may be a hot one! @yaxhamwaters @BreckCouncil @KeepBritainTidy

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

Here is a list of our upcoming dates.

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3/3... surroundings clean, welcoming, and enjoyable for everyone.' Let's hope it is a good turnout - Yaxham Waters holiday-makers are welcome to join us too! @BreckCouncil @KeepBritainTidy

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

1/3...We are pleased to be teaming up with @yaxhamwaters Yaxham Waters Holiday Park who are sponsoring our next litter pick on 27th June. They said, 'We’ve chosen to sponsor Dereham Community Litter Pickers because we really appreciate the effort their volunteers put into

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

2/3... looking after our local area. Giving up their own time to keep Dereham clean doesn’t go unnoticed, and it makes a real difference to the community. As a local business, it’s important to us to support people who care about the same things we do — keeping our

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

Recognising some of our amazing volunteers and their achievements 💪🏻 Here’s to your next milestone! 🚮 @BreckCouncil @KeepBritainTidy

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

Ever wondered what a litter picker gets up to? Here's a glimpse from yesterday's litter pick - from collecting it to weighing it and making sure it's disposed of properly.

It's not glamorous, but every piece of litter removed helps to keep Dereham cleaner for everyone.

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

2/2… Happy birthday to Laura who celebrates today with a birthday litter pick! Keep an eye out tomorrow on our social media for an insight into today’s litter pick 🤔

Our next pick takes place on 27th June 10am - 12pm - we hope you can join us. @BreckCouncil @KeepBritainTidy

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

1/2… Thank you to ComBin Ltd for sponsoring today’s litter pick. Thankfully it was drier for our volunteers than it has been all week.

🚮20 volunteers
🚮18 bags
🚮47.8kg

Thanks to everyone who joined us today, your efforts are really appreciated!

[Dereham Community Litter Pickers @Derehamlitter]

Join us for our next litter pick on 13th June, sponsored by Combin. The litter isn't going to pick itself up (we checked), so we're calling on our amazing community of volunteers to lend a hand! All equipment provided. @BreckCouncil @KeepBritainTidy