WaSh Wombles · Tower Hamlets
Litter picking at King Edward Memorial Park
Help look after one of Tower Hamlets’ much-loved riverside green spaces. Join the WaSh Wombles near the bandstand for a monthly community clean-up.
Community litter picking · King Edward Memorial Park
When
Third SundayEvery month, subject to event updatesTime
11:00–13:00Two-hour community sessionWhere
King Edward Memorial ParkShadwell riverside, Tower Hamlets, LondonYour next community clean-up
Next King Edward Memorial Park litter pick
11:00 to 13:00
Third Sunday of every month · UK local time
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Co-ordinator
- Alison
Our neighbourhood
A cleaner King Edward Memorial Park, together
King Edward Memorial Park is a special stretch of open space beside the Thames. With paths, lawns and places for the community to enjoy the river, it is well worth looking after. Our monthly group makes caring for this park something people can do together.
The meeting point is the bandstand inside the park. Once you have found the co-ordinator, you will be signed in, given litter-picking equipment and shown how the session works. There is no need to be an expert; helping for part of the session still counts.
First time? You’re welcome
How the litter pick works
You do not need your own litter picker or previous experience. The WaSh Wombles co-ordinators provide the kit and a short safety briefing.
Meet and sign in
Find the co-ordinator at the meeting point. If it is your first time, aim to arrive near the start.
Collect your kit
Pick up a litter picker, bag and hoop, gloves and high-visibility vest. Listen to the safety guidance and the suggested route.
Pick, return, sign out
Work at a pace that suits you. Bring back your collected rubbish and equipment, then sign out with the co-ordinator.
What to wear: comfortable closed-toe shoes and, if possible, long sleeves and trousers. Follow the co-ordinator’s advice and leave sharp or hazardous items untouched.
Read the full volunteer guidanceFind us
Where to meet
At the bandstand inside King Edward Memorial Park.
Enter King Edward Memorial Park from the surrounding public entrances and head towards the bandstand. Check the latest event details for any temporary route or meeting-point changes.
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King Edward Memorial Park
The Highway, London E1W 3HTUsual session: Third Sunday of every month, 11:00–13:00.
Co-ordinator: Alison.
For the latest meeting arrangements, visit the WaSh Wombles social channels (opens in a new tab) before travelling.
If you have accessibility requirements or questions before attending, email hello@washwombles.co.uk.
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Questions about King Edward Memorial Park litter picking
Where is the meeting point in the park?
The group meets at the bandstand in King Edward Memorial Park. Look for volunteers with litter-picking equipment.
Will the group be working next to the River Thames?
The co-ordinator decides which safe areas to cover during each session. Follow their guidance and do not enter the foreshore or any restricted areas.
What if I can only stay for part of the session?
That is fine. The volunteer guidance says you should pick only for as long as you feel comfortable. Please return your kit and sign out when you finish.
We don’t grumble. We Womble.
Come along, meet the neighbours and help make Tower Hamlets a cleaner place, one piece of litter at a time.