Nine-year-old boy collects more than 40 bags of litter around Seaham during lockdown

Andrew Saville and his brother Matthew rescuing a shopping trolley.

Andrew Saville, 9, spent the second lockdown collecting rubbish around Seaham to raise money for the WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature).

The young environmentalist collected more than 40 bags of litter and rescued 2 shopping trolleys during the national lockdown while raising more than £300 for the charity.

Andrew said: “I just wanted to help the environment because of what I’ve seen in zoos and nature reserves, I want to protect endangered species.

Andrew Saville and his brother Matthew collecting rubbish in the local area.

"I really enjoyed making our area cleaner for people and the wildlife – I am thankful for the support I have received.”

The nine-year-old went out with his mum every day of lockdown and was also joined by his brother Matthew who helped collect litter too.

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Andrew’s mum Tara Saville said: “I’m very proud of Andrew, he’s done a really great job and all for a great cause.

"He still wanted to go out and collect litter when it was dark and miserable and he got us all out as a family to help.”

Andrew helped clear rubbish from areas in and around Seaham, including his local estate and the beach to raise money for WWF.

Tara added: "I admire his dedication, there wasn’t a day that he didn’t want to go out and collect litter.

“He’s loved doing it and it was something productive we could do as a family during lockdown."

You can find more information on how to donate to Andrew’s page here.

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