Clean Coasts

Sea swim as part of the First Fortnight Festivial
2020-01-11 11:00 - 13:00 UTC
Looking for an exhilarating way to plunge into the New Year and shake off the post-holiday blues and turkey sandwiches? Then how about a fun swim on Sandycove Beach!
Due to the enormous success and popularity in 2019, First Fortnight Festival, Clean Coasts in conjunction with Grown is hosting another Sea Swimming event which will take place on the 11th of January at 11am on Sandycove beach, just a 10 minute walk from the Dart Station.
Sea swimming can have a positive impact on our mental and physical health. Why not take this opportunity to reconnect with yourself and enjoy the views of our beautiful coastline.
Warm clothes are advised. We will be providing hot refreshments post-swim. Please bring your own cup as we want to try and make it a zero-waste event. If you do not want to swim, you are welcome to participate in a short beach clean and enjoy the good vibes.
This event is proudly supported by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council.

Co. Limerick Clean Coasts Roadshow
2020-01-25 11:00 - 13:00 | New Road Thomondgate, New Road Thomondgate, Limerick, Ireland
Our Roadshow is coming to County Limerick for a short nature walk followed by a clean up of the area. Thomondgate Nature Project, Living Limerick and Thomond Primary School are working with Limerick County Council to develop a derelict site in this area into a Wildlife area.
All clean up equipment will be provided. Please bring appropriate clothing!

Co. Mayo Clean Coasts Roadshows 2020
2020-01-30 19:00 - 21:00 | The Grainne Uaile, Medlicott Street, Newport, County Mayo, Ireland
Co. Mayo Clean Coasts Roadshows 2020
The Clean Coasts Roadshow is a series of talks and workshops taking place all along the coast of Ireland.
Where: The Grainne Uaile, Medlicott Street, Newport, Co. Mayo.
When: Thursday, January 30th @ 7pm
This year Clean Coasts are teaming up with BIM in Co. Mayo to highlight some of the great work being carried out by the local fishing community along the coastline. We will also be discussing how Clean Coasts groups can avail of grant assistance from the our grant scheme in 2020. In addition we will hear from two local Clean Coasts groups who are connecting communities along the coastline through their fantastic beach cleans.
Speakers:
Olivia Jones, Clean Coasts Officer Co. Mayo
Mary Hannon, BIM, Newport Office
Joanne Maye, Newport Clean Coasts
Louise Hastings, Keep Our Beaches Clean

Beach Clean on Inch Beach, co. Kerry
2020-02-01 09:30 - 11:00 | Inch Beach, Inch Beach, Inch Beach, Co. Kerry, Ireland
Join Clean Coasts and Annascaul Adventures for a beach clean on Inch Beach Co. Kerry.
Saturday, 1 February 2020 from 09:30-11:00

Wexford Clean Coasts Roadshows 2020
2020-02-01 14:00 - 18:30 | Hook Lighthouse, Churchtown, Hook Head, Ireland
The Clean Coasts Roadshow is a series of talks and workshops taking place all along the coast of Ireland.
As part of the Wexford Clean Coasts Roadshow we are linking up with Hook Lighthouse Imbolc Festival taking place this weekend to mark the beginning of Spring in the beautiful location of Hook Lighthouse, Co Wexford.
Annie Byrne Clean Coast Officer for Wexford will be speaking on Saturday afternoon at 2.30pm on the impacts of plastic on the marine environment.
The Hook Lighthouse Eco Sheriff will host a talk on Sustainability and recycling and share insights at the Hook Lighthouse Eco-Education Station. Weekend visitors to the lighthouse can enjoy local foods, art workshops and St Bridget Cross making.

Co. Dublin Clean Coasts Roadshow
2020-02-05 18:00 - 19:30 | Eurofound, Wyattville Road, Loughlinstown, Dublin, County Dublin, D18 KP65, Ireland
Dun Laoghaire Clean Coasts Roadshows 2020
The Clean Coasts Roadshow is a series of talks and workshops taking place all along the coast of Ireland.
Where: Eurofound, Wyattville Road, Loughlinstown, Dublin, Ireland D18 KP65
When: Wednesday, 5th February at 6pm
The Dun Laoghaire Roadshow will have the following speakers:

Richard Curtin Clean Coast Officer for the Dublin speaking on the impacts of plastic on the marine environment.
Dr Kieran Craven from the Cherish project speaking about the impacts of climate change on coastal heritage.
Veronica Heywood speaking about Bootertowns Nature Reserve and how the local community adopted it.

Register your interest here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/clean-coast-roadshow-2020-dun-laoghairekilliney-registration-90985063775

Ventry Beach Clean
2020-02-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Ventry Beach
Join us for a Beach Clean at Ventry Beach, West Kerry on Sunday 9th February at 4pm.
Meeting point is at main car park.
Bags, gloves and pickers provided, just join us on the day!

Co. Donegal Clean Coasts Roadshows 2020
2020-02-15 11:00 - 14:00 | Annagry Town Hall, Annagry, Donegal, Ireland
The Clean Coasts Roadshow is a series of talks and workshops taking place all along the coast of Ireland.
This year we will be discussing the impact of climate change on our coastline. We will also be informing Clean Coasts groups about how they can avail of our grant scheme in 2020. In addition we will hear from local Clean Coasts group ‘Annagry Tidy Towns’ on the fantastic work they have been carrying out to date.
WHEN: Saturday, 15th February 202
WHERE: Annagry Town Hall, Annagry, Co. Donegal

Beach Clean of Sandymount Strand
2020-02-15 11:30 - 13:00 | Sandymount Strand
St Micheal School is undertaking a beach clean on Sandymount Strand on Saturday 15th February.
It will start 11.30 am and the meeting point is the car-park across the road from the Circle K.
All kit is provided, just join us on the day!

Monthly Beach Clean
2020-02-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Youghal Front Strand, Ireland
Please join Youghal Clean Coasts Group for their Monthly beach clean of Youghal’s beaches Front Strand, Claycastle, Redbarn etc. We meet once a month for an hour all are welcome. We have bags and gloves. Dress for the weather.
Meet at Front Strand at wall near the 4th breaker!

Co. Sligo Clean Coasts Roadshows 2020
2020-02-20 19:00 - 21:30 | Room C1006, IT Sligo, Ash Lane, Sligo
The Clean Coasts Roadshow is a series of talks and workshops taking place all along the coast of Ireland.
Where: Room C1006, IT Sligo, Ash Lane, Sligo
When: Thursday 20th February 2020 at 7 pm
This year we will be discussing coastal erosion and microplastic in the marine environment. In addition we will be hearing from some of the many active Clean Coasts groups in Sligo. We will
also be informing Clean Coasts groups about how they can avail of grant assistance in 2020.
Speakers:

Clean Coasts Officer Co. Sligo – Olivia Jones
Microplastics: A Summary of an Ocean of Information – Dr Yvonne Lang
Coastal Protection Work – Enniscrone Clean Coasts
North West Coastal Clean up Group – Paul Gallagher
Clean Coasts Warrior – Seamus McGoldrick

Malahide Beach Clean
2020-02-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Malahide
Malahide Clean Coasts Group is hosting a clean-up of Malahide beach and it will take on place on the 22nd February from 11 am to 1 pm.
The meeting point is the beach car-park across the road from Oscar Taylors.
Safety equipment will be provided.

Co. Kerry Clean Coasts Roadshow - Tralee
2020-02-22 11:30 - 13:00 | Wetlands Centre, Tralee, Co. Kerry
The Clean Coasts Roadshow is a series of talks and workshops taking place all along the coast of Ireland.
Where: Wetlands Centre, Tralee, Co. Kerry
When: Saturday, 22nd February 2020 at 11:30 am
Tralee is one of six Think Before You Flush communities in 2020; with this in mind we are delighted to bring you speakers from Irish Water & Kerry Co Co.
Prionsias O’Tuama from Ballynamona Clean Coasts will speak about the successful TBYF project in Ballycotton, Co. Cork. Prionsias O’Tuama will also speak about the successful East Cork Biodiversity Network.
We will also have Margaret Attridge from Irish Water and John Breen from Kerry Co. Co.

Brittas Bay Beach Clean
2020-02-22 14:00 - 17:00 | Brittas Bay, Brittas Bay, Co. Wicklow, Ireland
Brittas Bay SOUTH Car Park will be open for this event.
Kit provided. All welcome!
Check out our Facebook event page for more information and updates on the event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2765534570192649/

The Riptide Movements' Plastic Oceans // Documentary Screening
2020-02-26 18:30 - 20:30 | DCU Languaculture Space, Dublin
Hey people! Clean Coasts are joining DCU Sustainable Living Society to screen their mini documentary series Plastic Oceans which they made in collaboration with the Riptide Movement!
doc + conversation + plastic-free snacks
“The Riptide Movement’s Plastic Oceans is a web series that hopes to add to the urgent and important debate about how to solve the global plastic crisis and the devastating effect it is having on our marine life. In the documentary the band travelled along the incredible Irish coastline and met with some of Ireland’s leading marine biologists, researchers, campaigners and volunteers to discover the real impacts of plastic in our oceans and what it means for the future of all life on our planet.”

Co. Clare Clean Coasts Roadshow 2020
2020-02-26 19:30 - 21:00 | Halla an Phoball, Church Street, Milltown Malbay
The Clean Coasts Roadshow is a series of talks and workshops taking place all along the coast of Ireland.
Where: Halla an Phoball, Church Street, Milltown Malbay
When: 26th February at 7:30 pm
For this event, we are delighted to bring you:
Dr. Eugene Farrell from NUIG will speak about climate impacts and climate resilience. A short interactive workshop will be done with those attending from local communities in west Clare (Doonbeg – Doughmore – Spanish Point – Lahinch) to identify the short- and long-term problems in the region and to look at possible local solutions.
Martha Farrell from Maharees Conservation Association will speak about coastal erosion issues in the Maharees, West Kerry and the actions taken by the local community there to mitigate these issues.
This event is in conjunction with Wild About Milltown Malbay.

Bright Club Cork February 27th
2020-02-27 08:00 - 17:00 | An Spailpín Fánach
We are excited to be speaking about our #thinkb4uflush campaign at Bright Club Ireland.
Bright Club is the ‘variety night for lateral minds’ and it’s heading to Cork! Be sure to get yourself to An Spailpín Fánach on Thursday, Feb 27th for a night full of laughs with this great line up…
Rob O’Sullivan
Vera O’ Riordan
Katie Guzzetta
Elaine Doyle
Stephen Ryan
Steve Bennett (MC)
Shane Clifford ( Headliner)
Please note, doors open at 7.30pm, show at 8pm
Date And Time

Thu, 27 February 2020
19:30 – 22:00 GMT
Location

An Spailpín Fánach
29 South Main Street
Cork
Reserve your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/bright-club-cork-february-27th-tickets-94015694473

Other Voices Ballina
2020-02-28 16:00 - 2020-02-29 00:00 | Ballina, Mayo
On Friday 28th and Saturday 29th February 2020, Other Voices Festival returns once again to the gorgeous town of Ballina, Co. Mayo. The 225-year-old walls of St. Michael’s Church in the heart of the town, will come alive with two very special nights of incredible music performances from both Irish and International artists while being recorded for TV in front of a live audience.
Kicking off the second year of Other Voices in Ballina, we are thrilled to announce our first four acts to perform in St. Michael’s Church. The anthemic Elbow, the formidable four-piece Skinny Living, spoken word artist and rapper Denise Chaila and last but not least, from California, the exceptionally talented singer-songwriter and guitarist Jesca Hoop. With even more superb acts yet to be announced, including the Other Voices Music Trail, this is sure to be one very special and memorable weekend in Ballina town next month.
Tickets for the St. Michael’s Church TV recording performances cannot be purchased and will be given away through competitions in national and local radio, press and online. All ticket competitions will be announced in advance at www.othervoices.ie
While getting your hands on a ticket for the Other Voices TV recordings can be like finding a Golden Ticket, fear not, Other Voices Ballina festival-goers won’t miss a beat from the Church, as the Other Voices Live Streaming in partnership with Virgin Media sets up throughout the town. Music fans can enjoy all the happenings in St. Michael’s Church, at multiple locations throughout Ballina. With huge screens, high definition audio-visual and close proximity to a freshly poured pint, screening venues will be a massive hit during the Festival. Grab a stool, sit back and relax.
https://www.facebook.com/events/468229694120472/

Cork City Clean Coasts Roadshow 2020
2020-03-04 18:00 - 20:00
The Clean Coasts Roadshow is a series of talks and workshops taking place all along the coast of Ireland.
Where: Good Day Deli @nano Nagle Centre
When: 4th March from 6pm-8pm
The focus of this event will be coastal and riverine water quality. Please see the poster below for more information.

2020 Irish Surfing Inter-varsities
2020-03-06 - 2020-03-08 | GMIT Mayo, Westport Road, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland
Irish Surfing & GMIT Mayo Surf Club bring you the 2020 Inter-Varsities.

Marram Grass Planting Workshop in Co. Wexford
2020-03-07 11:00 - 12:30 | Ballinesker Beach
Join us for a Marram grass planting workshop at Ballinesker Beach, Co. Wexford on March 7th at from 11 am to 12:30pm.
Gloves are provided – but please bring a trovel!
Refreshments after the workshop will be proived.

North Bull Island Beach Clean and Heritage Walk with Clean Coasts
2020-03-07 13:30 - 18:00 | North Bull Island Nature Reserve
Participate in a beach clean with Clean Coasts and learn about the ship wrecks, archaeology and geology of this coastal area as well as how our coastal heritage is being impacted by climate change from Cherish Project Staff.
Meeting point: The meeting point is the roundabout which is located near the Interpretative Centre, you have to take the causeway entrance to the Island.
Register for free here.
FAQs
What can I bring into the event?
Wellys as it will be very wet underfoot and warm and waterproof clothing.
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Dart to Clontarf station and walk.
Bus 130 – Dublin
Walk – Run – Cycle
Carpool

Beach Clean - Ventry Beach
2020-03-07 14:30 - 15:30 | Ceann Tra, Kerry, Ireland
Join Clean Coasts group Meitheal Trá Fionntrá for a much needed post storm beach clean!
When: Saturday 7th March at 14:30
Where: Ceann Tra, Kerry, Ireland

Brittas Bay (South) Beach Clean
2020-03-08 11:00 - 12:30 | Brittas Bay, Brittas Bay, Co. Wicklow, Ireland
Come and join us on Sunday March 8th at Brittas Bay Car Park (South) at 11am for a beach clean.
Kit will be provided!
All welcome.

Wicklow Clean Coasts Roadshow 2020
2020-03-09 18:30 - 20:30 | The Bridge Tavern
The Clean Coasts Roadshow is a series of talks and events for coastal & river communities which take place all around Ireland. It aims to bring together those with an interest in protecting and caring for our waterways, coastline, seas, ocean & marine life.
The focus of this event will be coastal water quality and the impacts of climate change on coastal heritage. On the night there will be an introductory talk from Clean Coasts with the following guest speakers:
Jenny Lawlor – Irish Water Senior Communications Officer
Kieren Craven – Cherish Project Co-ordinator, Geological Survey Ireland.
Talk is hosted by Irish Water as part of their Think Before You Flush campaign www.thinkbeforeyouflush.org

West Cork Clean Coasts Roadshow 2020
2020-03-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Schull Harbour hotel
The Clean Coasts Roadshow is a series of talks and workshops taking place all along the coast of Ireland.
Where: Schull Harbour Hotel, Schull, Co. Cork
When: Tuesday, 10th March, 6pm-8pm
The focus of this event will be coastal and riverine water quality. Please see the poster below for more information.

Fingal Clean Coasts Roadshow 2020 - Marram Grass Planting Workshop
2020-03-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Portmarnock
Clean Coasts in conjunction with Portmarnock Community Association are hosting marram grass planting workshop. It will take place on the 14th March from 11 am to 1 pm. Marram grass help mitigate coastal erosion on beaches backed by sand dune systems.
Meeting point is the South car-park of Portmarnock beach. Tools will be provided but if you have a spade or shovel please bring it along. Please wear warm clothing.
If you have any queries please contact rcurtin@eeu.antaisce.org.

Monthly Beach Clean - Youghal
2020-03-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Youghal Front Strand, Ireland
Meet at Front Strand at wall near the 4th breaker.
Please join us for our Monthly beach clean of Youghal’s beaches Front Strand, Claycastle, Redbarn etc. We meet once a month for an hour all are welcome. We have bags and gloves. Dress for the weather.

Beach Clean-up Ballyness Pier
2020-03-15 14:00 - 15:00 | Ballyness, Donegal, Ireland
Come along to our first Beach Clean-up of 2020.
Sunday 15th March @ 2pm.
Ballyness Pier.
After a stormy winter there will be plenty to do! So all help is greatly appreciated to keep our beaches clean and safe.
Please wear appropriate clothing and keep an eye on this page for any further updates.
Bags, gloves etc. are provided.

Clean Coasts Roadshow at Doolin Surf Festival
2020-03-22 12:00 - 14:30 | Hotel Doolin
Panel Discussion
For this event, we are delighted to bring you:
Eoin McCarthy Deering – Doctor at Sligo General Hospital
Eoin is a well known surfer and is interested in health matters which relating to sustained exposure to ocean conditions.
Cathal Brody – Chartered Environmental Scientist, Clare County Council
Ollie O’Flaherty – Big wave Surfer and Water Quality Advocate
Dave Flynn – Civil engineer and Chairperson of West Coast Surf Club.
