Working together towards a sustainable Solway Firth
The RWE Robin Rigg Community Fund is now open for applications for 2026/27. For application guidance and information, including a full list of eligible community areas, please click here to jump to the page!
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 »
The Great Global Nurdle Hunt 2025 Report. This report summarises the Great Global Nurdle Hunt 2025 results and additional analysis looking into nurdle pollution in protected areas and biodiversity hotspots around the world. Key findings from October 2025 Great Global Nurdle Hunt: Over 1,500 volunteers across 25 countries took part in 297 nurdle hunts. Volunteers… Read more »
Project Gather Starts! Solway Firth Partnership has been awarded a Marine Fund Scotland grant from The Scottish Government. Project Gather celebrates volunteers who are effective cleaners of our coast, targeting beaches that collect marine litter to make the coast better for people and nature. As well as encouraging community beach cleans and recording the debris… Read more »