Pembrokeshire mobilises for ‘the big river clean up’

THIS month, Pembrokeshire takes a significant step towards environmental stewardship with the launch of ‘The Big River Clean Up’, a pivotal initiative led by the West Wales Rivers Trust in collaboration with Spring Clean Cymru.

The campaign is set to host a series of litter-picking events across the county, aimed at revitalising local riversides and waterways.

The initiative is a call to arms for the community, inviting volunteers to partake in a concerted effort to rid the region’s rivers of litter and debris. The scheduled events are a testament to the collective resolve to preserve the natural beauty and ecological health of Pembrokeshire’s watercourses.

Volunteers eager to contribute to the environmental cause can join the clean-up efforts at several key locations throughout Pembrokeshire on the following dates and times:

• On March 19th, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, the focus will be on the Blackbridge, Castle Pill Waterfront, and Mackerel Quay in Milford Haven, offering a chance to make a substantial difference in the area’s scenic maritime surroundings.

• The following day, March 20th, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, attention shifts to the Pembroke River Ferry Road and Pennar in Pembroke Dock, where volunteers will gather to cleanse the waterside of unwanted litter, safeguarding the habitat for local wildlife.

• Wrapping up the series, March 26th, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, will see clean-up activities at the Western Cleddau Bridge Meadow Lane and Sydney Rees Wy in Haverfordwest, a significant undertaking to enhance the environmental quality of this crucial waterway.

‘The Big River Clean Up’ represents a critical opportunity for residents and environmental enthusiasts to demonstrate their commitment to preserving Pembrokeshire’s natural heritage. The West Wales Rivers Trust, along with Spring Clean Cymru, extends a warm invitation to all interested individuals to participate in these valuable litterpicking sessions.

By joining forces, the community can make a profound impact, ensuring the rivers and waterways of Pembrokeshire remain vibrant and healthy for generations to come. Volunteers are encouraged to bring their enthusiasm and a willingness to make a difference, as each event promises not just to clean up the environment but also to strengthen community bonds through shared purpose and action.