A new community litter-picking station has launched in Melksham, giving residents the chance to help keep the town clean and reduce litter entering local waterways.
The free litter-picking station, provided through The 2 Minute Foundation’s #2MinuteLitterPick campaign, was launched in Melksham Market Place on 28th July.
The initiative aims to make litter picking more accessible by encouraging residents, visitors and community groups to borrow the equipment, spend a few minutes collecting litter, then return the picker and reusable bag so others can take part.
The station will move to different locations around Melksham, providing a long-term resource for community clean-up efforts.
A spokesperson for Melksham Town Council said, “Whether people spend two minutes or 20, every piece of litter collected helps improve the local environment and reduces the amount of rubbish entering the River Avon and the wider waterway network.
“By preventing litter from reaching rivers and streams, the scheme supports wider efforts to protect wildlife and reduce the impact of plastic pollution. The 2 Minute Foundation’s campaign is built on the idea that small actions, repeated by many people, can make a lasting difference.”
Councillor Adrienne Westbrook said, “I know that I, like most other residents, absolutely hate the litter that is thrown around in our town. This is a fantastic initiative to help reduce this issue.
“Grab your kit and get picking. It’s a simple and easy way to support Melksham as a nicer place to live.”
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