What's On For Earth Day - North East
What Is Earth Day
Earth Day is an opportunity for people across the globe to come together, not only to celebrate the world, but also to raise awareness about how crucial it is that we take steps now to protect our planet.
Earth Day takes place every year on 22 April and in previous years, to highlight the importance of being green and taking care of the planet.
How you can make a difference
Cut your plastic waste and switch to reusable materials
Purchase a reusable water bottle
Practise sustainable fashion
Switch off when you are not using electricity/water etc
Go pesticide free
Grow a pollinator garden (you can do this even if you have a tiny space)
Support local food producers
Join local litter picks
Try to cut your carbon footprint
Simple diet changes
What's on in the North East to celebrate Earth Day?
All events are taking place on Saturday 22nd April
Earthleatham - Kirkleatham Museum
Earth Day Sunrise Seaburn Beach
Souter Lighthouse Paper Globes - National Trust
Beach Clean - Saltburn
Earth Day Celebrations - The Bowes Museum
Party For the planet - Tuillie House
Wild Escapes at Kiplin Hall
Earth day and Bee trail around Pickering
Northumbria water Earth day celebration at Derwent Waterside park
Earth day crafts & Trail - South Shields Museum
Earth day Activities - The Great North Museum Hancock
Earth Day activities - Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens
Newcastle Historic Cemetery Clean-up - Newcastle
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