Colchester streets clean following successful day of action

The 34 volunteers covered Osborne Street, The Priory, St Botolph’s, St Botolph’s roundabout and Magdalen Street.

They then tackled Mersea Road, Military Road, Vineyard Street and Priory Street. 

Briliant - Picking the litter from outside St Botolph's Church (Image: Credited)

Essex Police, Essex Fire and Rescue and the Council’s Community and Partnerships were also involved to provide support and information to residents in need on the day. 

Representatives from the Civic Society, Layer Litter Warriors, New Town and Christchurch, councillors and Colchester Council were all involved in the clean-up.

The clean resulted in massive results including 100 bags of litter, four abandoned traffic cones and eight full bags of weeds.

Help - from so many on this day of action which has had a great impact (Image: Credited)

Martin Goss, Colchester Council's waste boss, said: “We’re thrilled with the turnout for the Day of Action. 

"The community response was fantastic, showcasing a strong desire to keep Colchester a clean and pleasant city.

“A heartfelt thank you to all the volunteers who came out and made a real difference. Their efforts are a true testament to our community spirit.

“The Day of Action may be over, but the fight against litter continues. We encourage everyone to do their bit by picking up litter when they see it and disposing of it responsibly.”

If you'd like to join the growing team of more than 600 Litter Warriors, who are committed to picking litter in their local communities on a regular basis, contact community.volunteers@colchester.gov.uk.

Litter Warriors is a Colchester Council initiative to support and enable local communities to help maintain a clean and green Colchester by litter picking an area of open space or street that’s important to you.

This may be the street you live in, your favourite park or open space. Simply sign up via the council’s website and you will be provided with all the equipment you need.