First Clean Coasts Roadshow event of the year held in Enniscrone
Last Saturday (January 20), Clean Coasts hosted a community event in Enniscrone – just over the Mayo border in Co. Sligo – as part of the annual Clean Coasts Roadshow series. It was warmly welcomed by the local residents.
This year’s Clean Coasts Roadshow for Co. Sligo was organised in collaboration with Sligo County Council's ‘Community Climate Action Fund’ and proved a great success, combining a series of talks along key points in the village with the aim of highlighting environmental funding opportunities for communities and coastal projects taking place in the region.
The event was well attended, with great representation from the local Enniscrone Clean Coasts group, who gave an informative talk on the history of the local castle and their efforts to conserve it from further ruin.
The Clean Coasts Roadshow is a series of informative talks and workshops tailored for coastal communities across Ireland, taking place between January and May each year. This initiative brings together individuals interested in protecting their local beaches, seas, and marine environments.
The roadshow events cover a range of topics, including biodiversity, dune systems, marine litter, wildlife, sustainable developments, and the work of local groups and organisations.
These events also serve as a platform for community groups to discuss practical matters such as building volunteer capacity, attracting new members, and sharing responsibilities. Additionally, Clean Coasts development officers explain about various funding opportunities at a national and regional level, including the Clean Coasts grant scheme for 2024.
In 2023, Clean Coasts celebrated its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of collaboration with communities to protect Ireland’s waterways, coastline, seas, ocean, and marine life.
The Clean Coasts Roadshow is a special opportunity to connect with and appreciate the communities and volunteers who have contributed to Clean Coasts' growth and success.