#SpringCleanScotland dates announced

Scotland’s biggest mass litter picking event returns later this year and everyone can play their part in cleaning up Scotland. 

Over the years we have mobilised tens of thousands of volunteers to take part in #SpringCleanScotland but now we're looking for more than ever to get involved in 2026. 

This year’s Spring Clean takes place from 13 March – 24 April and the charity is calling for people from the Highlands to the Borders and everywhere in between to get involved. 

With the elections to the Scottish Parliament in May this is an ideal opportunity to send a message to prospective MSPs about the negative impact litter has on our communities and the amazing work taking place to tackle it across Scotland. 

The Scottish Litter Survey, published in October 2025, revealed that 83% of people wanted more to be done to clean up and prevent litter. With our LEQ report highlighting seven in 10 sites having a litter presence across the country, Spring Clean is the perfect opportunity for people who want to see a difference to make a difference. 

Barry Fisher, our Chief Executive, said: “#SpringCleanScotland is the largest mass litter picking event in the country. If you are one of the 67% who agree litter makes you feel embarrassed about your own neighbourhood why not get involved? Choose a location and register your event. This is the perfect opportunity to get involved and take action. We want every community in Scotland to get involved, get active and make a difference to an issue that affects everyone.  

“Why not invite current or prospective MSPs along to join your clean-up and show them first-hand how much we need action to tackle this problem. 

“At the end of 2025 we published our latest Scottish Litter Survey which shows people’s attitudes towards litter. We know people are worried about the danger it causes to children and animals. We know it creates a bad impression of our country for tourists. 

“#SpringCleanScotland is your chance to take action. Join other like-minded people who care about keeping Scotland beautiful and let’s tackle our litter problem together.” 

Last year businesses, big and small across the country took part in Spring Clean and are once again being encouraged to get involved and organise litter picks, sponsor the event and support their communities and employees who are passionate about keeping Scotland beautiful. 

If you are inspired to take positive action, learn more, access our tools and resources and sign up your event visit our #SpringCleanScotland page.