Working together towards a sustainable Solway Firth
We warmly invite you to join the SFP team for our AGM and Year in Review – hear about our headline projects and highlights of the past year. The afternoon will feature a talk from Nick Waterfield, Drumburgh Heritage Group, on the Hadrian’s Wall dig at Drumburgh and the exciting new findings! Fri 13th Nov… Read more »
The Solway Coast National Landscape team and partnership have reviewed and updated their statutory Management Plan, setting out a shared vision and priorities for conserving and enhancing this nationally protected landscape. The Solway Coast National Landscape Partnership are pleased to announce that the draft Solway Coast National Landscape Management Plan 2027-2032 is now available for… Read more »
Scottish Government is consulting on proposed fisheries management measures for more than 160 inshore Marine Protected Areas and locations containing vulnerable Priority Marine Features. The aim is to protect important habitats and species while supporting sustainable fishing and the coastal communities that depend on healthy seas. Habitats such as maerl beds, seagrass meadows and horse… Read more »
OPPORTUNITY: We are seeking a professional intern to support our saltmarsh work under the SCAMP project. This 6-month post (Oct 26-March 27) will be based across D&G, working from home and/or our Dumfries office. The Solway Coast and Marine Project – Landscape Connections (SCAMP) is an ambitious coastal and marine nature restoration project, seeking to… Read more »
The new Dumfries & Galloway Local Biodiversity draft plan is now open for engagement. You can read the full document and find out how to respond in the D&G Council website, here: Local Biodiversity Action Plan Consultation Responding to the consultation is the best way to make sure your feedback is captured and considered as… Read more »
We are excited to announce our new initiative, the Buzzing Coastal Communities project. This new collaboration between the Solway Firth Partnership and Bee Positive DG8 will focus on highlighting and protecting important pollinator species across the DG8 area. Running over summer/autumn 2026 the project will deliver a range of public activities, including guided coastal walks,… Read more »
Don’t miss out, final month! Kirkcudbright Galleries will be hosting an exhibition of the works of SJ Peploe, one of the Scottish Colourists, from the 6th of June until the 4th of October. The exhibition gathers together over 60 paintings by this important Scottish artist. Admission is free, so come along and see what promises… Read more »
Project Gather: Beach Clean & Creative Workshops Join Project Gather for a hands‑on introduction to ocean plastics and a series of creative workshops this March. Project Gather invites you to take part in a unique programme exploring the issue of ocean plastic through creativity, storytelling, and practical action. The project begins on Sunday 1st March… Read more »
Project Officer position Available with Solway Coast and Marine Innovation in Restoration Project. Solway Firth Partnership (SFP) is recruiting for a Project Officer to support development and delivery of the Solway Coast and Marine Innovation in Restoration Project. This is a great opportunity to be part of this new project based in Stranraer. SCAMP Project… Read more »
“SOUP” Mandy Barker exhibition and more at Gracefield Arts Centre 31st January – 7th March. Mandy is an International award-winning photographer creating awareness of marine plastic pollution through her stunning assemblage works. Working with scientists she aims to raise awareness about plastic pollution in the world’s oceans, highlighting the harmful effect on marine life, climate… Read more »