A VILLAGE in Wokingham was left looking spick and span on Friday, April 14.
Shinfield Parish Council’s litter pick saw residents come together to collect 28 bags full of rubbish.
Participants young and old gathered at the School Green Centre before heading out for a few hours to collect rubbish. Their efforts were rewarded with cakes and pastries at Shinfield View care home.
Lynda Hope, communications officer for Shinfield Parish Council, said: “Our annual litter pick was a huge success this year.
“We changed the day from a weekend to a Friday in the Easter holidays to see if this worked better for the community and we had twice as many participants as a result.”
The event was open to all, with those who had never taken part in anything of this nature encouraged to come along. Hi vis jackets and equipment were provided on the day.
Cllr Phil Emment, who has championed the parish council’s Adopt a Street litter project, threw himself into the collection, as did other councillors from Wokingham Borough Council.
The children in attendance were presented with eco-warrior certificates and stickers, and also got stuck into some colouring in while their parents shared hot drinks.
Ms Hope said: “We decided to give a small prize this year for collecting the most litter, this went to a lovely family who already litter picks in their area on a regular basis as they’re signed up to Adopt a Street.
“Three more families signed up on the day and one teen is using this volunteering to assist with his Duke of Edinburgh Award, which is amazing.”
To sign up for Adopt a Street, visit: www.shinfieldparish.gov.uk/shinfield-parish-volunteers/adopt-a-street/
