VOLUNTEERS are being sought to rid the Cumbrian shoreline of its tide of grime as part of the ‘Great British Beach Clean’ (September 18-21).

Only a handful of people have so far agreed to turn out, which the Marine Conservation Society (MCS) says could mean the county’s beaches are being taken for granted and may result in tourists turning their backs on some of the most beautiful coastline in the UK.

Charlotte Coombes, MCS Beachwatch Officer, says the lack of sign–ups in Cumbria was a real shame with clean up events organised at Drigg, Flimby, Harrington North, Maryport North Quay, Maryport South Beach and Oldside. There were 60 volunteers last year.

To get involved in the Great British Beach Clean 2015 in Cumbria and be part of the most influential fight against marine litter in the UK visit www.mcusk.org/beachwatch You can also speak to the team on 01989 566017

If you can’t make it to a beach at the end of September, but would still like to help MCS combat the problem of marine litter, then join the charity or make a donation at www.mcsuk.org You can also sign up to help with events at other times of the year by visiting www.mcsuk.org/beachwatch