Celebrations and events

Swap balloons and sky lanterns for reusable alternatives

Swap balloon and sky lantern releases for alternative ways to celebrate events.

Try things like tree planting, flag flying, releasing giant bubbles and decorating with reusable home-made bunting.

Visit the RSPCA website for alternatives to balloons and sky lanterns 

Swap single use crockery and cutlery

Swap single use crockery and cutlery. Look for hire companies that can loan plates, glasses and cutlery. You can find guidance on single use plastic cutlery and crockery ban on www.gov.uk. 

Swap decorations

Swap plastic single use decorations for ribbons, flags, or reusable paper decorations. Why not see if someone is offering their unwanted party decorations and reuse them.

You could try making your own bunting from old textiles, this how to guide from Hobbycraft is easy to follow.