Litter picks - Wednesday Warwick Wombles
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Wednesday Warwick Wombles was first launched in January 2023 and has since grown into a diverse community of staff and student volunteers carrying out monthly lunchtime litter picks across campus.
Sessions normally take place on the third Wednesday of every month for approximately one hour. Each month we target a different area of campus in response to where our assistance is needed the most. The meeting point will be emailed to everyone who has registered for that particular month’s activity.
During litter picking, we tend to leave the roads and footpaths and may walk on more challenging surfaces such as uneven ground and inclines. However, we warmly welcome anyone who needs a more accessible route, please just let us know on the registration form.
Students can earn points towards the Warwick Award for this activity. Sign up for the next session now and earn a point after attending three litter picks.
What to expect on the day?
- Bags, gloves and litter pickers will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own equipment if you have it.
- Depending on the number of attendees, we may ask you to pair up and share a picker and rubbish bag with another participant.
- Please wear suitable footwear and clothing for being outdoors. Some areas of the campus may be muddy or uneven, so sturdy shoes are recommended.
- When litter picking, please be mindful of wildlife habitats, planted areas, and other people using the campus. We want to keep the campus clean while also respecting the environment and those around us.
- For safety reasons, please do not pick up sharp objects, hazardous materials, or anything you are unsure about. If you come across something potentially dangerous, let the event organiser know and it will be dealt with appropriately.
- At the end of the session, we will collect the filled bags and ensure the waste is disposed of correctly.
Please read the Risk AssessmentLink opens in a new window before attending the event.
Dates for your diary in 2026:
- Wednesday 18th March, 12:00-13:00 - Great British Spring Clean
- Wednesday 15th April, 12:00-13:00
- Wednesday 20th May, 12:00-13:00
- Wednesday 17th June, 12:00-13:00
- Wednesday 15th July, 12:00-13:00
Registration will open for the next month after the end of each event.
Would you like to do even more to support a cleaner environment? This year, the annual Great British Spring CleanLink opens in a new window initiative by Keep Britain Tidy is held between 13-29 March 2026. Simply click on the link above to make a pledge with your friends and family.
The form is now closed as the event is fully booked. If you would like to be added to the waiting list, please email sustainability@warwick.ac.uk.
Registration for the next litter pick will open soon.
Wombles Blog
Check out what our amazing team of volunteers, with support from the Energy & Sustainability and Waste & Recycling teams, have been up to this academic year! These litter picks help keep our campus clean and sustainable, our team's efforts have made a real difference across the University of Warwick.
| When | Collected litter (kg) | Location |
| 18th February 2026 | 16.7 | between MEC and Ramphal |
| 3rd February 2026 | 29.4 | Cryfield Village |
| 19th November 2025 | 16.1 | around FAB |
| 15th October 2025 | 19.9 | Academic Square, Library Road, University Road |
Team photo from our latest litter pick