Off the Coast of Hampshire, Dorset and the Isle of Wight there are 7 European Marine Sites designated to protect and improve some of Europe’s most important habitats and species. These sites form part of the vibrant ecologically important coastal waters of the Southern IFCA District and support the commercial and recreational fisheries which are … Continue reading Fishing in European Marine Sites a revised approach
Boiler Marsh
The Society has been corresponding with the National Park Planning Authority regarding compliance by Wightlink with the conditions imposed as part of its planning consent. The Authority have told us that they are currently satisfied that the company is compliant but have asked us if we have any concerns as to why the objectives behind the … Continue reading Boiler Marsh
Thorns Beach
The Solent Protection Society was represented at the Planning Inspector's Hearing of an appeal against the rejection by the National Park Planning Authority, of proposals to develop a large multi-storey house adjacent to the foreshore at Thorns Beach. The Society has consistently raised objections against this and previous proposals for development on the lines now under appeal. … Continue reading Thorns Beach
Americas Cup demolition derby
Have you seen the amazing video of the Louis Vuitton trophy? The easiest way to keep up with sailing news is to visit our Solent Now page. At the bottom of he page, you will find news relays from YBW and the RYA Cruising Division. Between them, they pick up most of the key stories … Continue reading Americas Cup demolition derby
Biggest ever old gaffer fleet off Cowes
A wonderful festival of sail has taken place on Cowes. According to a BBC report, the race is thought to be the largest gaffers race ever held and attracted craft from overseas, including Belgium and France.For more,click here
MMO release new Strategic Mgt table for MCZ
A long document with terse comments that require interpretation. Check out items 62,63 and 65 for the Solent proposed MCZ.
Top 10 for France in the Fastnet
The first ten places in the Fastnet went to French boats, in a race that favoured the smaller boats. The outright winner was in the two handed class! Read more detail here Also, have a look at this excellent short video summarising the race
Old Gaffers Association at 50
Congratulations to the Old Gaffers Association whose 50th anniversary rally is taking place in Cowes. Those of us with easily maintained plastic boats can only admire the dedication of the owners of these beautiful classics.
National Coastwatch
Coastwatch – keeping us safe on the water Coastwatch is a voluntary organisation that seeks to provide visual coverage of activity on the water to identify accidents and dangerous situations. . There are now 49 manned stations along the UK coast, and the number is growing. Four stations are in the Solent at the Needles, … Continue reading National Coastwatch
The Fastnet – at night!
Even though it spreads right along the South Coast and across the Irish sea, we tend to think of the Fastnet Race as a Solent event. The image on the right shows most of the fleet, beating past the Lizard, round Lands End and up through the channel past the Scillies, or passing south of … Continue reading The Fastnet – at night!
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