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June 2025

Sun 8
June 8

World Oceans Day

With oceans making up 66 per cent of our earth, it’s crucial we raise awareness about and tackle the threats facing these life-giving and life-containing bodies of water. World Oceans Day celebrates the ocean and the important role it plays in our lives.

Mon 9
June 9 - June 15

Bike Week

This year, Bike week is inviting everyone to take part in their Big Bike Brunch. Bike Week spotlights all the different ways that cycling benefits us all - from health and wellbeing, physically and mentally, to cutting carbon emissions and creating more connected communities. It’s a week to celebrate the simple joy of getting on […]

July 2025

Tue 1
July 1 - July 31

Plastic Free July

Plastic Free July is a month-long campaign that is dedicated to raising awareness to and reducing plastic waste across the globe. Single use plastics are used daily by millions of households across the UK. Unfortunately, an estimated 91% of plastic that is used is not recycled or disposed of correctly.

Sat 26
July 26

International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystems

Since 1980, we have lost half of the mangrove forests. Some countries have lost more than 80 per cent of their mangrove population. Mangroves are important as they can withstand flooding and low oxygen, they also provide habitats for fish and crustaceans as well as protects its surrounding area from coastline erosion and climate change […]

Sat 26
July 26 - August 10

National Marine Week

This campaign spreads over 2 weeks to share the importance of our marine wildlife and why we must protect it.  It raises awareness and encourages us to appreciate and protect our oceans and shares action on how to do it.

Mon 28
July 28

World Nature Conservation Day

World Nature Conservation Day creates awareness of the importance of natural resources and the conservation of them. It aims to protect species of plants and animals which are facing extinction, to work on creating a more sustainable and healthy environment, and preserve the earths natural elements and beauty.

August 2025

Tue 19
August 19

World Humanitarian Day

World Humanitarian day is to show the importance, effectiveness and positive impact of humanitarian work. The day brings people together from across the humanitarian system for the safety, well-being and dignity of victims of crises and for the security of aid workers.

September 2025

Mon 1
September 1 - September 30

Cycle September

Cycle September, organised by Love To Ride, is an annual campaign, and competition to get all cyclists, novice or expert, to get on their bikes for their commute to school, work, or even just for fun. By taking part, you can reduce your personal emissions and improve your mental and physical health. You can join […]

Mon 1
September 1 - September 30

Second Hand September

Second Hand September is organised by Oxfam, a global community of people who act for a kinder world. They started the campaign due to the growing impact that fashion has on our environment and our communities. By choosing to buy second hand, or recirculate clothing, we not only can reduce the pollution that the fashion […]

Sun 7
September 7

International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies

Clean air is very important and is a problem becoming more and more recognised. International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies started to create more emphasis on efforts needed to improve the air quality, reduce air pollution and protect our health as well as our planets.

Fri 19
September 19

Park(ing) Day

Park(ing) day is a project across the world where participants temporarily repurpose curb-side parking spaces and use the space to turn into public parks and green spaces to encourage greener and safer streets.

October 2025

Mon 13
October 13

International Day For Natural Disaster Reduction

This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the progress made in preventing and reducing the risk of natural disasters. Natural disasters can result in the loss of lives, economic devastation, and damage to homes. Climate change is one of the major factors contributing to natural disasters, so it is important to promote education and […]

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