Join the worldwide effort for The Great Global Nurdle Hunt. During one week in March, you are being asked to get out and search for nurdles. By combining international efforts, it is hoped to show the public, governments and industry that tackling this widespread issue is of utmost importance. Taking part will provide valuable data… Read more »
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Cumbria Coastal Strategy Consultation – not too late to have your say!
Cumbria Coastal Strategy Consultation – it’s not too late to have your say! Cumbria County Council (CCC) is working with the Cumbria Coast Protection Authorities (District Councils) and the Environment Agency, to develop a strategy for the future management of the coast from Arnside to the Scottish Border. This project is being funded by the… Read more »
The Rhins Revealed!
The Rhins Revealed Project sets out to record, investigate and conserve some of the most important archaeological sites found on the Rhins of Galloway. AOC Archaeology are leading the project and will be providing talks, training in survey and recording skills, and field workshops where people can help conserve the heritage of the Rhins. … Read more »
Christmas Tree Festival, Dumfries
Dumfries & District Flower Club and St John’s Church celebrate Christmas and the 150th Anniversary of the Church Building. Solway Firth Partnership will have their own tree – ‘Solway in a Manger’ so come along and see all 80 trees! Details below
Severn Estuary Partnership Projects Officer
Are you passionate about working with people to make a positive difference for the future of our natural environment? An exciting new opportunity has become available for an enthusiastic Projects Officer to join the Severn Estuary Partnership (SEP) team. SEP is a vibrant Coastal Partnership based in Cardiff (hosted by the School of Earth and… Read more »
Join the Volunteer Group at Mawbray Banks for General Maintenance and Gorse Cutting
The Solway Coast AONB Volunteer session on Thursday 31 October will return to Mawbray Banks. The task this week will include some tidying and finishing work around the natterjack toad pools and continuing with the gorse cutting started last time. The session will run from 10.00am to 3.30pm. Meet at Mawbray Banks Yard Car park… Read more »
Dumfries and Galloway Council Host Waste and Recycling Community Conversations
Find out about the new kerbside recycling service in your local community and give your views.
New Code of Conduct 2019 – 2020 for Solway Scallop and Static Gear Fishermen Luce Bay and Wigtown Bay areas
The new code of conduct is now in operation for 2019 to 2020 scallop and static gear fishery in the Solway. The new code can be downloaded here
Volunteering Event on Friday 4 October 2019
Dumfries and Galloway Council (DGC) is committed to embracing Civic Pride, empowering communities and strengthening partnership-working with communities through our Streetscene Model. With this in mind, DGC would like to invite you to attend a Volunteering Event on Friday 4 October 2019 at 10.00am – 12noon in St Couans Hall, Kirkcowan (Village Hall). The purpose… Read more »
The 26th Great British Beach Clean is fast approaching!
This year the Great British Beach Clean will take place between Friday 20th – Monday 23rd September and it would be great if you could take part. Marine Conservation Society collect invaluable litter data during the Great British Beach Clean, reporting it back to UK governments and the global annual International Coastal Cleanup programme. Providing… Read more »