Blog: National Marine Week

A group of people scattered across a wide, pebbly beach under a bright blue sky, each carrying blue rubbish bags and using litter pickers for a beach clean-up. Low grassy cliffs rise on the left, while gentle waves roll in from the right. The scene feels calm and purposeful, with volunteers tidying the shoreline on a clear day.

Incredible journeys: marine litter across distance and decades

Saturday 25 July 2026

Every piece of litter tells a story. From rivers and drains to beaches and ocean currents, discarded waste embarks on a journey that spans miles and decades. Through dedicated beach cleans and…

National Marine Week

Two Arctic terns backlit in evening light, The Wildlife Trusts

Ocean odysseys

Friday 24 July 2026

Take a glimpse into the journeys of three incredible ocean wanderers.

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