PROTECTIVE GLOVES

We know not all runners have access to a litter grabber, so whilst we would advise using one (contact us or your local council for a loan grabber), if you aren't, the most important thing is a good pair of protective gloves to minimise contact with litter. We like to wear gardening gloves. They keep your hands clean and provide some protection from anything sharp or those pesky stinging nettles.

 

 

AVOID SHARP/HAZARDOUS OBJECTS

Don't pick up discarded needles/ any evidence of drug use. These can reported to the local council who will collect them with a sharps box. Avoid animal waste/ broken glass  or anything else potentially harmful.

 

 

STAY AWAY FROM CANAL EDGE

It might be tempting to reach for a bottle floating on the canal but we don't want you going for an unplanned swim.  Use your judgement, no heroics necessary!

 

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REPORT FLY TIPPING

Sadly the canal can be a place where you may come across fly tipping. This should be left and reported to your local council. 

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GIVE THE GEESE SPACE

As any seasoned canal runner knows...geese can have a mean streak. At this time of year they are protective of their young so leave a good distance when passing them.

 

 

PICK UP WITH CAUTION

Don’t assume every packet/ container you pick up is empty. Be careful and  check before you grab it to avoid any nasty surprises inside, even in something as innocent as a crisp packet.

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NETTLES/ BRAMBLE

Plants along the towpath can sometimes be overgrown. If reaching in for rubbish use a grabber and be careful of your arms/ eyes on any branches/ nettles.

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BE AWARE

Remember other towpath users/ runners may be around you. Don’t stop suddenly or change direction when you may get in someone else’s way.

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