Monster Clean up at Bowness

27 October 2011

On Friday 28 October between 10am and 11.30, local residents from Helm Close at Bowness on Windermere will be rolling up their sleeves to clean their estate, with support from South Lakeland District Council (SLDC) and South Lakes Housing (SLH). 

Residents and children armed with litter pickers and bags will be joined by staff from SLDC and SLH to help tidy the estate.  A skip will also be provided so local residents can get rid of any unwanted furniture or large household items. 

In the spirit of Halloween the community clean up will include prizes for children who turn up in fancy dress.  There will also be face painting and Halloween themed refreshments and snacks to keep the litter pickers going. 

Councillor Clare Feeney-Johnson, portfolio holder for Environment and Sustainability, said: “A community clean up is a great way for everyone to come together, improve the area where they live and feel a sense of pride about their estate.  I am sure the children will really enjoy being able to dress up for Halloween and take part in such a worthwhile community event.  Everyone living at Helm Close will reap the benefits and I hope they will be proud of their achievement.”  

Councillor David Williams, ward member for Windermere Bowness South, added: “This is a great event for everyone to get involved in and shows how the local community are proud of the area where they live.  I am looking forward to seeing the results.”  

Peter Thomas, Chief Executive of South Lakes Housing, commented: “We are really looking forward to taking part in this special community event with a Halloween twist.  Well done to everyone taking part in a real community project between residents, SLDC and South Lakes Housing.”