Healthy Oceans Health Minds free event

Healthy Oceans Health Minds free event

27 August 2025

LIVE Here Love Here’s Healthy Oceans Healthy Minds campaign is a delivering free event at Castle Espie wildlife centre near Comber on Friday to celebrate Northern Ireland’s blue spaces.

The walk and talk with members of the NI Marine Task Force will take place at 10.30am.

Lynda Surgenor, Live Here Love Here manager, said the Healthy Oceans Healthy Minds campaign had become a “cornerstone” of her organisation’s work.

“This campaign not only raises awareness about marine pollution but also provides opportunities for people to reconnect with nature and each other,” she said.

“We’re especially proud of the inclusive events this year, which ensure that everyone – regardless of ability, age or background – can enjoy and protect our blue spaces. 

“As we face growing environmental challenges, every individual has a vital role to play in creating a cleaner, healthier future.”

Jenni Barkley, Community Engagement Manager at Belfast Harbour, added: “We are delighted to continue our sponsorship of this campaign. 

“Healthy Oceans Healthy Minds aligns with our long-term goals to promote sustainability and community well-being. 

“These events provide meaningful ways for people to experience the coastline while fostering stewardship and environmental responsibility,” she added.

Live Here Love Here is a partnership campaign funded by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, 10 local councils and the Housing Executive. The campaign is managed by Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful.

To support the work of Live Here Love Here and other environmental programmes, please visit www.keepnorthernirelandbeautiful.org, where you can find ways to get involved or make a donation.