Disposable Cups
We all like to get a drink sometimes when we are out and about, but we don’t have to use disposable cups.
I bought a bamboo cup to use but I find that it is very bulky to keep in a handbag and carry around! I was very excited to receive a new silicon collapsible cup for Christmas. It’s much more substantial than I had thought and perfect for squashing up into bags, ready to pop up when I want a drink. Both are pictured below.
Many places do allow you to bring your own cups now and often you get a discount for doing so. Did you know that the Coffee Cabin at Avon Beach will fill your reusable cup for you? They also sell their own version.
I’m happy to shout about any Highcliffe businesses that do this as well, let me know! I’m still discovering all the progress that is being made in the village.
Here’s a great link from Friends of the Earth all about disposable cups:
https://friendsoftheearth.uk/…/throwaway-coffee-cups-what-s…
From a beach cleaning point of view, I find quite a few disposable cups when I’m out on the beach and even more lids, so I would love to see more people using re-usable cups. Some of my finds are pictured below – you will notice that one or two are from local cafes and have unfortunately been left behind by people.
From the point of view of the campaign, individuals can make the switch to re-usable cups and businesses and community groups can ban the use of single-use cups on their premises and during their activities.