Newtown & Llanllwchaiarn Town Council working in conjunction with Tidy Wales and Powys County Council is excited to announce the return of Tidy Newtown Week 2026, a town wide community litter picking initiative taking place from Monday 16th March to Saturday 21st March. This annual event is part of Spring Clean Cymru and encourages residents, businesses, schools and community groups to join forces in keeping our town clean, green and welcoming.
Why Tidy Newtown Matters
Keeping Newtown tidy isn’t just about appearance – it’s about community pride, wellbeing, and environmental responsibility. Every litter pick contributes to cleaner streets, safer green spaces, and a stronger sense of shared ownership of our town. Whether you join for one session or the whole week, every pair of hands makes a difference.
The Litter Picking Schedule
Throughout the week, organised volunteer sessions will take place across Newtown’s neighbourhoods, estates, parks, and town centre. Each session has a clear location, meeting point and time, making it easy to drop in and get involved.
Monday 16th March
Town Centre Street Areas
Meeting Point: Gravel Carpark
Times: 6–9am, 11am–2pm & 5–7pm
Morrisons & Pool Road
Meeting Point: Morrisons Carpark
Time: 12.30–1.30pm
Tuesday 17th March
Trehafren Estate
Skip Location & Meeting Point: Lon Pinwydd
Time: 11am–12 noon
Wednesday 18th March
Town Centre Areas
Meeting Point: Gravel Carpark
Time: 11am–12 noon
Thursday 19th March
Maesyrhandir / Maes Y Dail Estate
Skip Location & Meeting Point: Fern Square
Time: 11am–12 noon
Friday 20th March
Treowen Estate
Skip Location & Meeting Point: Cledan, Treowen Estate
Time: 11am–12 noon
Saturday 21st March
Town Parks & Green Spaces
Meeting Point: Hafan Yr Afon
Time: 11am–12 noon
How to Get Involved
Getting involved is simple – everyone is welcome, and no previous experience is needed. Equipment will be provided at each meeting point.
To register your interest, simply email enquiries@newtown.org.uk
Encourage neighbours, friends, youth groups and local organisations to join you. The more people who take part, the bigger the impact we can make together.
Every Litter Pick Helps
Tidy Newtown 2026 is more than a clean-up – it’s a celebration of community spirit. By working together, we can protect our shared environment, support local pride and show what Newtown can achieve when everyone gets involved.
Let’s make this the best Tidy Newtown Week yet!
Free Creative Workshops: Rag Rugging & Bird Box Pyrography
Newtown & Llanllwchaiarn Town Council invites people of all ages to explore traditional craft techniques in a relaxed and friendly setting.
Join us at Hafan Yr Afon for a morning of free, hands-on creative workshops on Saturday 21 March from 11am to 1pm.
Rag Rugging Workshop
Discover the traditional craft of rag rugging and learn how recycled fabrics can be transformed into colourful and textured designs. This workshop is delivered in collaboration with The Textile Junkies, a creative textile initiative focused on reuse, sustainability and craft skills.
Wooden Bird Box Making & Pyrography
Create and decorate your own wooden bird box using pyrography, the art of decorating wood with heated tools. This hands-on activity is a great way to explore creativity while making something practical for local wildlife.
These free workshops are a wonderful opportunity to learn new skills, get creative, and meet others in the community. All materials will be provided.
To take part, please email below