Healthy Oceans Healthy Minds

Explore the wonders of our blue spaces!

Take a moment to pause, recharge, and immerse yourself in a tranquil waterscape experience. Explore our full event schedule below:

Highlight event

Bird walk and Talk with Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful: Join Aodhán and Alex from Keep Northern Ireland Beautiful for a relaxed bird walk and ID session. Sunday 24th August

Learn to spot native coastal and wading birds and learn about their role in our local ecosystems and the importance of conservation in Northern Ireland.

Book your free spot here.

Full Programme

Events Programme

Healthy Oceans Healthy Minds, supported by Belfast Harbour is an initiative that highlights the powerful connection between the health of our oceans and waterways and our own well-being. It encourages people to reconnect with and protect these vital blue spaces, recognising their positive impact on both mental and physical health.

Running throughout August, the campaign offers a wide range of free events—from beach cleans and watersports to mindfulness sessions and educational workshops.

International Coastal Cleanup®

Ocean Conservancy's International Coastal Cleanup is a global effort to combat ocean pollution, coordinated in Northern Ireland by Live Here Love Here. In 2024, volunteers across Northern Ireland participated in clean-up events, removing harmful debris from beaches to protect marine life.

Participants can use the Clean Swell app to document their efforts and share their impact using #SeaTheChange. Learn more about how to get involved here.

Acknowledgements

Thanks to the continued support and funding from Belfast Harbour, all Healthy Ocean Healthy Minds events in 2025 will be free to attend. Learn more about their work here.