So, you’ve decided to start litter picking – awesome! Now, you need to think about the kit you’re going to need to get going. Whether litter picking alone or in a group, having the right equipment will help you have a safe and fun clean-up. If you’re a Cleanup Hub or a local organisation that wants to become one, we’re able to provide free equipment in some instances. Just get in touch.  

Our litter picking kit recommendations

The things you need 

  • A hand-held litter-picker
  • Bin bags (some councils provide these)  
  • Bags for recyclables (depending on what your council recycles)
  • Gloves
  • A high visibility vest 

Not essential, but handy

  • A mobile phone for emergencies and taking pictures
  • A first aid kit
  • Some hand sanitiser
  • A hoop or something to keep your rubbish bags open
  • A cart or trolley to carry equipment
  • A long-handled litter-picker
  • Tea and cake!  

Getting your equipment

Your local council aka the free stuff  

If your local council supports volunteer litter pickers, you’re in luck! They sometimes provide equipment, but you’ll never know unless you ask.  Some councils also supply special bin bags for volunteer litter collections; sometimes they’re badged for collection by the street cleansing service. 

Buying stuff  

If you litter pick regularly or prefer the litter picker you like to use, you might want to buy it. We have another guide to help secure funding which can be helpful to pay for things like equipment.  

If you’re not sure where to buy equipment or what kind of things you might need, here’s some suggestions from us:  

Retailer 

Equipment

The Helping Hand Co 

Our friends at Helping Hand will offer you 10% off if you use the code CLEANUPUK at checkout. We'll receive a small commission if you use this discount code. You can order directly via the Helping Hand website or give the team a call at 01531 635678. 

Waterhaul  Recycled Ocean Plastic Folding Litter Picker
The Safety Supply Company  Litterpicker Pro Gel Grabber Litter Picker - 33 Inch 
Safety Gloves  Litterpicker Pro Standard Litter Picker Grabber
Groundsman  H/H Original Trigger Operated Litter Picker
Hill Brush  Angled Grip Salmon® Litterpicker
Combined Precision Components  Garden Refuse & Litter Easy Picker
Janitorial Direct  Handy Hoop Bag Holder
Click Cleaning  Handy Hoop Waste Sack Holder
Cleaning products   Janilec Litter Picking Bag Hoop Blue
Zoro  Litter Picking Bag Hoop Yellow Each
Parking Shop Direct Litter Picker Pro 

If your favourite supplier isn't on our list let us know and we will be happy to add them!