VOLUNTEERS are needed to join in the Big Spring Beach Clean at Porlock Weir on Saturday (April 1).

The event is part of the nationwide Big Spring Beach Clean 2017, run by environmental charity Surfers Against Sewage (SAS) – around 400 beaches in the UK will get a clean-up in the coming weeks.

Marine litter and, especially, plastic waste in the oceans is a huge and increasing problem, and local beach cleaning is one way to make a small difference to the beaches, seas and wildlife.

All are welcome to take part on Saturday. Helpers will roll up their sleeves at 10.30am and the operation is expected to finish at around 12.30pm.

Gloves, bags and similar equipment will be provided but volunteers are welcome to bring their own.

They should meet in Porlock Weir car park for a quick briefing before the start and there will be hot drinks and cake in The Ship Inn afterwards.

Volunteers can contact SAS regional rep for West Somerset Adam Reed at [email protected] or on 07917 542 800 for more details.