Derby Joins the Great British Spring Clean with a Sparkling Effort

Published on 15/04/2025 by Derby Cathedral Quarter
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More than 40 bags of rubbish were cleared from Derby’s streets thanks to over 50 volunteers who rolled up their sleeves for the Great British Spring Clean.

Backed by the Cathedral Quarter and St Peters Quarter BIDs, local businesses and residents teamed up with Derby City Council to clean, jet wash, remove graffiti, paint planters, and remove outdated signs across the city centre.

Volunteers from Penscribe, Barclays, Juniper, Work Pays, Condor (Grainger Homes), and the BID Rangers got stuck in, supported by McDonalds, Tesco, Costa, Subway, and Carnero Lounge, who kept spirits high with refreshments.

Together with Streetpride and Public Protection Officers, the clean-up tackled hotspots like Saxon House, Green Lane, and Spring Well Square—leaving them fresher and brighter.

Helen Wathall, Chair of St Peters Quarter BID, hailed the event a “resounding success,” praising the energy and unity of those involved. Councillor Ndukwe Onuoha echoed the sentiment, saying the teamwork showed what’s possible when communities come together.

The campaign also spotlighted new recycling rules launched in March, requiring businesses to separate recyclables to boost sustainability.

Now in its 10th year, the Great British Spring Clean continues to be the UK’s biggest environmental movement, urging everyone to do their bit—one bag at a time.

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