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Ayrshire Cleans

Restoring the region, one spot at a time

A personal and community project. Heading outdoors, getting fresh air, and tidying neglected corners, beaches, and paths across Ayrshire.

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Easy read

Easy read: this page in short
  • I pick up litter in Ayrshire.
  • It helps my mental health.
  • I clean beaches, paths and forgotten spots.
  • I share photos and short videos.
  • You can tell me about a messy spot with the form.
  • Anyone can join in.
  • One day, I hope to raise money for charity. Not yet.

Why it started

I live with ADHD, autism, depression and anxiety. Some days are hard. Getting outside and doing something practical helps me clear my head.

Litter picking gives me a reason to step out the door. Sharing it here keeps me accountable, so I keep going on the harder days too.

And it does some good. Every spot I clear makes Ayrshire a bit cleaner for everyone. Whether you pick solo to reset your mind, want to share a spot, or fancy joining in down the line, you're welcome here.

What I do

  • Beaches

    Clearing litter and washed-up rubbish from the coast.

  • Paths

    Tidying walking routes and trails.

  • Neglected corners

    Giving forgotten spots some care.

Impact so far

These numbers count up from the real clean-ups on this site.

  • 0spots cleaned
  • 0bags collected
  • 0spots reported

Just getting started. The first clean-ups are coming soon.

Clean-up map

Spots I've cleaned, and spots people have reported.

  • Round pin with a tick = Cleaned
  • Diamond pin with ! = Reported (not cleaned yet)
  • Outlined area = Ayrshire (outside is faded)
Skip the map, go to the list of spots

The map needs JavaScript. All spots are listed below.

The map only shows Ayrshire. The faded area is outside Ayrshire. Drag to move. Use + and − to zoom. With a keyboard: Tab to the map, then use the arrow keys and + / −. The same spots are listed below.

All spots on the map

  • No spots on the map yet. Cleaned and reported spots will appear here.

Latest clips

Short videos from clean-ups. Videos never play on their own.

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Report a spot

Know a beach, path or corner that needs some care? Tell me about it here. Only the location is needed.

Stay safe

Please don't pick up needles, sharps or anything dangerous. Report them to your council instead: North Ayrshire, East Ayrshire or South Ayrshire.

Only the box marked “(required)” must be filled in.

For example: “Behind Saltcoats rail station” or “Irvine Beach park”.

For example: ///word.word.word or KA22 8AA.

What's there? Any broken glass or bulky waste? Roughly how many bags?

One image, under 10 MB.

Only if you'd like an update. I won't share it.

Join in

Solo picks, sharing spots, or getting involved later on. Everyone is welcome.

How to join a clean-up

  1. Say hello in the Facebook group.
  2. Pick a time and place that suits you. Solo is fine too.
  3. Bring gloves and a bag, and share a photo after if you like.

Litter-picking safety

  • Wear strong gloves. A litter picker (grabber) helps.
  • Never touch needles or sharps. Report them to the council instead.
  • Keep away from roads, cliffs, and the tide.
  • Leave anything heavy, unknown, or dumped in bulk. Report it.
  • Wash your hands after.

Report to your council: North Ayrshire, East Ayrshire, South Ayrshire (needles).

Join the Facebook group

Follow along

Clips and progress, wherever you like to watch.

Future fundraising

Later on, if the project grows, I'd like to use it to raise money for charity. For example, a local environmental or mental health charity.

Nothing is set up yet. There is no fundraiser right now, and I'm not asking for money.

When it happens, I will pick a registered charity, use an official fundraising website, and share every update openly here.