#2MINUTEBEACHCLEAN

2 Minute Beach Clean

Launched in 2013 as a simple hashtag, the #2MinuteBeachClean campaign inspires coastal communities to spend just 2 minutes picking up litter and keeping beaches beautiful. It’s a quick, impactful way for everyone to protect their local coastline.

How do I do a #2minutebeachclean?

To do a #2MinuteBeachClean, all you need is 2 minutes!

It’s easy to get started. Grab a bag and a litter picker and head to your local beach. Spend just 2 minutes collecting plastic and other debris washed up on the shore or left behind.

Dispose of it safely, recycle where possible, and remember—every item removed protects marine life.

2 minutes is all it takes to make a real impact. Ready to get involved?

Find your nearest Station

Our Stations are a complete litter picking tool. Users simply take a bag, take a litter picker and pick up litter for 2 minutes or more. You can find your nearest beach clean or litter pick station by using our Stations map!

Find Clean-Up Station

What are ocean plastics?

Ocean plastics are waste materials, primarily plastic, that end up in our seas and oceans. They come from litter, mismanaged waste, fishing gear, and runoff from land. These plastics pollute marine ecosystems and pose a serious threat to wildlife.

Microplastics are tiny plastic fragments, often less than 5mm, created when larger plastics break down or from products like synthetic fabrics and cosmetics. They are ingested by marine animals, entering the food chain and impacting ocean health and human well-being.

READY TO GET INVOLVED?

Join us in eliminating the use of single-use cups, this July and beyond!
So, how do you take part? It’s quite simple;

Make a pledge to be a part of the Coffee Cup Challenge by filling in the form

Use your reusable cup/bottle for the month of July

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Say no to single-use – use your reusable cup/bottle when getting drinks when you’re out and about

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Share the challenge with your friends and family by downloading our
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A big welcome to Cousin Jack, our latest business to join Friends of The Foundation 🐳

We launched Friends of the Foundation as a way for people to get more from 2 Minute, and that includes businesses that want to support us and get more involved.

Cousin Jack is a specialist welding business that designs and builds steam locomotive boilers for heritage railways and miniature railways all over the UK and Europe.

Aaron, the founder, is passionate about the ocean and scuba diving to show case the amazing marine life found across the southwest.

We are so grateful to Cousin Jack for their support, we loved this video, made at one of their regular beach cleans at Portwrinkle beach.

Being a Friend of the Foundation is perfect for anyone who wants to go deeper, learning more, understanding the science, and connecting with our work.

As a Friend, you’ll enjoy exclusive perks, including invite-only webinars, a digital welcome pack, early access to events, and our quarterly “Beyond 2 Minutes” newsletter. You’ll also unlock a dedicated Friends webpage with extra content and limited-edition merch.

Head to - 2minute.org/friends-login-page to find out more 🐋

#2minutebeachclean #2minutelitterpick #beachclean #cornwall

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We spent World Oceans Day a little differently this year. 🌊

We all know all litter on land eventually leads to the ocean, so being able to find a second, third or fourth life for plastic is vital.

Matt aka One Blue Eye Cornwall transforms waste plastic into wonderful things, and we spent the day experimenting. We also did a little bit of work for Si who creates our clean-up stations, these medals made from quality street are used as litter pick bag discs on our school station.

Of course we had to make a little something for ourselves, using bottle caps and shredded plastic and voila, we have our very own clock.🕰️

We had a fantastic day with Matt, we can’t wait to be able to offer a series of workshops for you all very soon, let us know in the comments what you’d love to come and make!

#worldoceanday #plasticpollution #repurpose #cornwall #2minutebeachclean

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We spent World Oceans Day a little differently this year. 🌊

We all know all litter on land eventually leads to the ocean, so being able to find a second, third or fourth life for plastic is vital.

Matt aka One Blue Eye Cornwall transforms waste plastic into wonderful things, and we spent the day experimenting. We also did a little bit of work for Si who creates our clean-up stations, these medals made from quality street are used as litter pick bag discs on our school station.

Of course we had to make a little something for ourselves, using bottle caps and shredded plastic and voila, we have our very own clock.🕰️

We had a fantastic day with Matt, we can’t wait to be able to offer a series of workshops for you all very soon, let us know in the comments what you’d love to come and make!

#worldoceanday #plasticpollution #repurpose #cornwall #2minutebeachclean

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Happy #worldoceansday everyone 🌊

For many of us, everyday is ocean day. Whether you work within the environmental sector, you rely on the ocean for your job, or you just simply love being around the water. It provides us with so much (most importantly being 50% of the air we breathe).

We know your inbox is full of requests today, so we’ll keep this simple. If you believe in our mission and would like to help us continue protecting our oceans, a donation of any size would make a real difference.

Your support helps us remove litter before it reaches the sea, inspire more people to take action, and keep building a cleaner, healthier future for our oceans.

#2minutebeachclean #2minutelitterpick #lovetheocean #environmentalcharity

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Happy #worldoceansday everyone 🌊

For many of us, everyday is ocean day. Whether you work within the environmental sector, you rely on the ocean for your job, or you just simply love being around the water. It provides us with so much (most importantly being 50% of the air we breathe).

We know your inbox is full of requests today, so we’ll keep this simple. If you believe in our mission and would like to help us continue protecting our oceans, a donation of any size would make a real difference.

Your support helps us remove litter before it reaches the sea, inspire more people to take action, and keep building a cleaner, healthier future for our oceans.

#2minutebeachclean #2minutelitterpick #lovetheocean #environmentalcharity

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This #worldenvironmentday we want to celebrate and encourage the little things, because sometimes it can feel like we have to do it all. Here are some zero effort suggestions that you can implement in your daily life to do your bit for the planet 💙

#ecofriendly #environmentalday #sustainability #climateaction

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This #worldenvironmentday we want to celebrate and encourage the little things, because sometimes it can feel like we have to do it all. Here are some zero effort suggestions that you can implement in your daily life to do your bit for the planet 💙

#ecofriendly #environmentalday #sustainability #climateaction

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People often ask how we stay optimistic, and thankfully, we get sent and tagged in so many posts of people doing such good things, it`s hard not to!

This was one of them. Aimee and her friends felt compelled to do a beach clean at Teignmouth Beach, after seeing how much rubbish had been left there. They plan to do them regularly over the summer too, pretty amazing right?

Beach litter is often blamed on the younger generation, so here`s your reminder that there are many, many young people out there going above and beyond to look after the spaces they love!

Thanks to our friends at @hhenvironmental, we will be sending Aimee and her friends some litter pickers for their fortnightly beach cleans!

#2minutebeachclean #beachclean #teignmouth #teignmouthbeach #hopecore

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People often ask how we stay optimistic, and thankfully, we get sent and tagged in so many posts of people doing such good things, it's hard not to!

This was one of them. Aimee and her friends felt compelled to do a beach clean at Teignmouth Beach, after seeing how much rubbish had been left there. They plan to do them regularly over the summer too, pretty amazing right?

Beach litter is often blamed on the younger generation, so here's your reminder that there are many, many young people out there going above and beyond to look after the spaces they love!

Thanks to our friends at @hhenvironmental, we will be sending Aimee and her friends some litter pickers for their fortnightly beach cleans!

#2minutebeachclean #beachclean #teignmouth #teignmouthbeach #hopecore

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We are very excited to share with you a brand new member of the Station family, meet the sCool Station!

It has been in the works for a little while, and thanks to our Station makers Si and Claire, we have been able to bring our vision to life.

Aptly named the sCool Station, the perfect addition to the school playground, completely customisable and accessible for large groups of students to easily grab their pickers.

Our latest sCool Station is now in its forever home at Blandford Secondary School, fitted with the help of Ian, the School Site Manager.

If you’re interested in finding out more about the new sCool Station, get in touch: claire@2minute.org

#2minutebeachclean #2minutelitterpick #cleanupstation #positivenews #litterpick

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If it affects the ocean, it affects us 🌊

Thanks to David Attenborough, bottom trawling was brought to the attention of millions, but sadly in the UK it is still not banned.

We must keep talking, educating and taking action for the ocean. Understanding what is happening out there is key, and the good news is we can all do our bit to try and make a difference.

#ocean #ouroceans #bottomtrawling #davidattenborough #fyp

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If it affects the ocean, it affects us 🌊

Thanks to David Attenborough, bottom trawling was brought to the attention of millions, but sadly in the UK it is still not banned.

We must keep talking, educating and taking action for the ocean. Understanding what is happening out there is key, and the good news is we can all do our bit to try and make a difference.

#ocean #ouroceans #bottomtrawling #davidattenborough #fyp

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A wild concept perhaps but definitely something to consider when you’re getting anything to takeaway, or buying a bottled drink - what reusable alternatives are there instead?

#singleuseplastic #reusable #fyp #unpopularopinion #ocean

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A wild concept perhaps but definitely something to consider when you’re getting anything to takeaway, or buying a bottled drink - what reusable alternatives are there instead?

#singleuseplastic #reusable #fyp #unpopularopinion #ocean

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We hope you’re enjoying the gorgeous sunshine this bank holiday, let’s look after our favourite blue and green spaces by leaving them litter free 🌎

#bankholiday #2minutebeachclean #beachclean #beach #ocean

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We hope you’re enjoying the gorgeous sunshine this bank holiday, let’s look after our favourite blue and green spaces by leaving them litter free 🌎

#bankholiday #2minutebeachclean #beachclean #beach #ocean

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We were over the moon to receive a grant from @tnlcommunityfund, allowing us to donate 22 Clean-Up Stations to communities in England who have been on our waiting list for a Station of their own 🐳

#2minutebeachclean #2minutelitterpick #cornwall #lelant #tnlcommunityfund

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We were over the moon to receive a grant from @tnlcommunityfund, allowing us to donate 22 Clean-Up Stations to communities in England who have been on our waiting list for a Station of their own 🐳

#2minutebeachclean #2minutelitterpick #cornwall #lelant #tnlcommunityfund

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We are all about the simple things that we can do to make a big impact on protecting our oceans. The @guppyfriend washing bag is the perfect #2minutesolution, as well as being environmentally friendly, it’s the perfect way to look after your clothes so they last longer!

#guppyfriend #microplastic #plasticpollution #ocean

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We are all about the simple things that we can do to make a big impact on protecting our oceans. The @guppyfriend washing bag is the perfect #2minutesolution, as well as being environmentally friendly, it’s the perfect way to look after your clothes so they last longer!

#guppyfriend #microplastic #plasticpollution #ocean

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How a group of women transformed their town with a massive crocheted canopy instead of plastic sheeting 🧶

The town of Alhaurín de la Torre in southern Spain has replaced its traditional plastic street awnings with a hand crocheted canopy. Hand made by local women, the new crochet canopy covers over 500 square meters of the main shopping area.

Led by local teacher Eva Pacheco and a group of dozens of women, the project began in 2019 as a more environmentally friendly and artistic approach to the plastic.

The crocheted canopy is made of recycled fabrics, threaded together to create intricate geometric patterns.

Incredible things happen when we come together 💙

#2minutesofpositivity #hopefilledmoments #art #spain #happynews

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How a group of women transformed their town with a massive crocheted canopy instead of plastic sheeting 🧶

The town of Alhaurín de la Torre in southern Spain has replaced its traditional plastic street awnings with a hand crocheted canopy. Hand made by local women, the new crochet canopy covers over 500 square meters of the main shopping area.

Led by local teacher Eva Pacheco and a group of dozens of women, the project began in 2019 as a more environmentally friendly and artistic approach to the plastic.

The crocheted canopy is made of recycled fabrics, threaded together to create intricate geometric patterns.

Incredible things happen when we come together 💙

#2minutesofpositivity #hopefilledmoments #art #spain #happynews

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Have You got 2 Minutes ?

#2MINUTELITTERPICK

The #2MinuteLitterPick campaign empowers everyone to care for their local spaces—whether it’s a street, park, or woodland. Since all litter eventually makes its way to the ocean, picking up trash on land is crucial for protecting our waterways and marine life.

#2MINUTESOFPOSITIVITY

The #2MinutesOfPositivity campaign is about taking 2 minutes to boost your well-being while supporting the planet. Whether it’s reading a few pages of your favorite book, meditating, or simply pausing to appreciate nature, these small moments make a big difference for you and the planet.

#2MINUTESOLUTION

The #2MinuteSolution campaign champions small changes that add up to make a big impact. It encourages our community to share sustainable swaps they’ve made to reduce waste, cut down on single-use plastics, and shrink their carbon footprint.