What We Do

 Education working with schools

As part of the prevention aspect of the project, schools in the Tyneside area have benefited from interesting and inter-active educational programmes about the river. Designed to give students an awareness of the history and environmental issues associated with the river, the programmes are suitable for all age groups from 5 to 18 plus.

Clean Tyne Project members have regularly visited schools to engage the students in topical debate and instruction about issues affecting the river including pollution, industrial heritage, nautical skills and the running of the project.

In addition, field trips have been arranged to view industrial sites along the river and visits to the headquarters of the Maritime Volunteer Service (MVS)|

If you would like more information about the Clean Tyne Project working in your school please click here|

 

River Bank Raids

  • River Bank Raids are clean up events coordinated by the Clean Tyne Project.
  • They are a fun way for businesses and community groups to volunteer staff time to make a real impact on their local environment.
  • There are a minimum of 8 events held each year ( 2 in each council area)
  • There have been 31 River Bank Raids since June 2005
  • Around 25 local businesses have taken part in River Bank Raids clearing approx 50 tonnes of rubbish!
  • 600 + volunteers have enjoyed the experience!
  • Comprehensive risk assessments are carried out before each event
  • Every volunteer is given an extensive safety briefing before taking part in the event
  • Participating businesses receive a framed certificate recognising their achievement
  • River Bank Raids are a fantastic way to raise team morale and instil a team culture.
  • The River Bank Raids attract excellent publicity for your business
  • Over 18’s only
  • For more information please click here

Previous River Bank Raid Participants

  • AA Insurance
  • National Grid
  • Newcastle Evening Chronicle
  • Dairy Farmers of Great Britain
  • Gateshead Warm Zone
  • Frank Haslam Milan
  • SCAN
  • Northumbria Water
  • Maritime Volunteer Service (Tyne)
  • Hexham Sub Aqua Club
  • Environment Agency
  • Evening Chronicle Green Team
  • North Shields AIT Hearing Centre
  • A4e Gateshead
  • Swinburne Jackson Solicitors
  • Blue Venture
  • Greggs
  • University Royal Naval Unit ( HMS Calliope) Groundwork NCFE TS Flamingo Sea Cadet Corps

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