Litter less, Love Windermere more

As part of a joint initiative between Westmorland and Furness Council and the Love Windermere Partnership, a targeted litter awareness campaign has been launched across Windermere to encourage responsible visitor behaviour and help protect the area during peak tourism periods.

Campaign assets have been installed on litter bins and lampposts at key locations, delivering clear messages that encourage people to dispose of their waste responsibly, avoid littering and take rubbish home where possible.

The campaign was introduced ahead of the Easter bank holiday and supported by enhanced cleansing operations, including daily proactive litter picking on council-owned land at Cockshott Point, Millerground and The Glebe, alongside collection crews operating throughout the day to manage increased demand.

With the summer holiday season now underway and visitor numbers expected to remain high, the campaign continues to play an important role in helping to keep Windermere clean, safe and welcoming for everyone. The messaging also highlights the importance of not leaving rubbish beside full bins and encourages visitors to consider the impact of litter on local communities and wildlife.

The campaign forms part of a wider shared commitment by the Council and Love Windermere Partnership to protect this special landscape, improve the visitor experience and promote pride in the area throughout the year.