Boatfolk has announced a Flare Amnesty Day at its marina in Bursledon.
Boatfolk will be giving recreational boaters a safe and convenient way to dispose of out-of-date flares this weekend. The flare amnesty will take place at Deacons Marina on 23 March, between 10am – 4pm. The event is being held in partnership with retailers, SeaGo.
Prices start from £1 for the safe disposal of unwanted flares.
There will also be an opportunity for recreational boaters to bring along their lifejackets for a free safety check from the RNLI.
Remember: abandoning expired flares at police and fire stations, or anywhere else, amounts to illegal dumping and is potentially a criminal offence. Due to the nature of the substances within the flares, they are classified as hazardous goods, and therefore must be disposed of through a licenced organisation.
Event address: Deacons Marina, Bridge Road, Bursledon, Southampton, Hampshire, SO31 8AZ
Learn more
Read more about what to consider when choosing the right disposal option for your unwanted or expired flares.
Looking for a disposal point near you? You can search for your nearest flares disposal point now via the Environmental Facilities Map.
