Three Blackpool beaches earn Keep Britain Tidy award

Three Blackpool beaches have been recognised by Keep Britain Tidy for their cleanliness, facilities and water quality.

Blackpool South, Blackpool Central, and Bispham beaches have each earned Seaside Awards, ranking them as some of the best in the country.

The resort has more than 1000 litter bins, including 250 large capacity bins on the Promenade. They are emptied daily under normal conditions, and collections are increased whenever there is good weather and high visitor numbers.

Reminders are in place to prompt everyone to get rid of their rubbish in the nearest available bin or take it home with them.

Coun Jane Hugo, Blackpool Council’s Cabinet Member for Climate Change, said: “This is great news. Blackpool’s beaches are enjoyed by local residents and visitors all year round, so it’s wonderful to see such high standards rewarded.  

“So many people work so hard to keep our much-loved beaches clean. I’d like to thank everyone who has played their part - from our dedicated Streetscene and Beach Patrol teams, to the many volunteers who litter pick, to every person that does the right thing and put their litter in the bin.” 

Allison Ogden-Newton, Keep Britain Tidy’s chief executive, said: “These awards are a credit to the collective efforts of beach managers, volunteers, residents and businesses who have worked tirelessly to maintain, protect and improve some of our best-loved and most popular beaches and we’d like to take this moment to recognise and applaud them. 

“Seaside Awards are presented to the best beaches in England and celebrate the quality and diversity of our coastline.”