Friends of Canal and River Trust, join us for litter-picking along the canals in East London!
We will do a roving litter pick down the towpath, enjoying the Canals along the way! Be sure to use the postcode when finding the meeting location and consider using the website 'What 3 Words' by entering the three, seemingly, random words in the address line. Double-check the meeting point before you arrive. Note that there are two different locks named Old Ford.
Event Schedule:
* July 2025 - Start and Finish Old Ford, Lock 8, E3 5SX
* August 2025 - Start and Finish Old Ford, Lock 8, E3 5SX
* September 2025 - Start Old Ford, Lock 8, E3 5SX —> Finish Old Ford Lock 19, E3 2NN
* October 2025 - Start Bow Locks, E3 9BJ —> Finish Old Ford Lock 19, E3 2NN
* November 2025 - Start Old Ford Lock 19, E3 2NN —> Finish Old Stables, Lock 8, E3 5SX
Breaks in December 2025 and January 2026.
Please register your interest for each session to let us know you're coming. We will provide gloves, litter-picks, hoops, and rubbish bags.
All are welcome. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult throughout.
Facilities include toilets and drinking water at the meeting point or end point. There are also lovely cafes around the canal for post-pick refreshments.
Wear outdoor clothes and sturdy footwear. If it's raining, join us in waterproofs! Hand sanitizer and wipes are available at the meeting point, but you may want to bring your own. Remember to keep your belongings with you; consider packing light.
Why we want you
The Drop-in Role offers a taste of volunteering at the Trust. Join us at your leisure for Welcome Sessions, volunteering opportunities, or as a first-time volunteer to get involved.
We offer accessible volunteer opportunities that make a big impact on your local canal.
What you will be doing
* One-off taster events including Welcome Sessions
* Litter Picking
* Let’s activities on the water and towpath
* When registering, we will ask about unspent convictions to declare and risk assess as needed.
The skills you need
This role requires no prior skills or training. It provides an introduction to other roles that may require or offer skill development. No formal skills needed.
What's in it for you
Decide if volunteering with the Trust is right for you. These activities are typically short and one-off, giving you a flexible volunteering experience.
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