DDC has launched the fifth year of its popular REACH Awards as part of the Council's support of Keep Britain Tidy's Great British Spring Clean Campaign 2025. This year the awards are sponsored by Veolia.
The REACH Awards (Recognising Environmental and Community Heroes) recognises our district’s unsung heroes who work hard to improve the appearance of the Dover District, helping to maintain our environment while uniting the local community.
Split into four different categories, the scheme acknowledges those individuals and groups who work tirelessly to make a difference, as well as local organisations who are putting the environment at the top of their agenda.
The awards are free to enter, and candidates can nominate themselves or others in the four categories below:
Litter picker of the year:
This award is open to all litter pickers in the district over the age of 18. DDC is looking for an outstanding individual, who has demonstrated their passion for the environment, and contributes to keeping their district cleaner.
Junior litter picker of the year:
This award is open to all litter pickers in the district under the age of 18. DDC is looking for an enthusiastic individual, who has demonstrated their passion for the environment, and contributes to keeping their district cleaner.
Community project of the year:
This award is to recognise and celebrate the work of a community or individual/group of local volunteers who are working hard to improve the district. This could be, for example, offering accessible services, hosting litter picks or building a community hub. In fact, the possibilities are endless...
Green organisation of the year:
Open to any school, business or other organisation within the district who are taking positive steps to raise awareness. This could be using innovative techniques or schemes to be more green, or undertaking any activity that positively impacts their environment and community.
How to Enter:
To apply or nominate someone for an award, please complete the application form: Application Form
Should you wish to submit any photos, video's, press coverage or anything else to support your application or nomination please email envcrime@dover.gov.uk
Closing date for nominations and applications is 29 March 2026.
The winners will be invited to attend an awards ceremony at the End of April 2026.
Full terms and conditions can be viewed here: R.E.A.C.H. Awards 2026 – Terms and Conditions
Previous winners:
To view the 2022 winners, please click here.
To view the 2023 winners, please click here.
To view the 2024 winners, please click here.
To view the 2025 winners, please click here.