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New volunteer opportunity
We have developed a new volunteer opportunity alongside the Cumberland Council Rights of Way team and we are looking for people to help monitor and
Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (ARC) Trust training day
Last week we hosted an Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (ARC) Trust training day in the Solway Coast National Landscape. The day provided those interested in
Cumbria Nature Festival 2026
On Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May the Solway Coast National Landscape team attended the first Cumbria Nature Festival, the event was held at Rivendell,
Low spring tides in Allonby Bay!
A low tide at sunset last night.ย Take a look at these photographs taken by National Landscape Officer Laura at Crosscanonby in early March 2026. The
Archaeological discoveries at Drumburgh!
Through our Farming in Protected Landscape programme (FiPL) we have been able to support Grampus Heritage & Training with their ongoing investigation in the fascinating
Meadow management at Crosscanonby Carr
If you visit Crosscanonby Carr Nature Reserve you might notice that the meadow area has been cut back in preparation for spring.ย This cutting is part
Teaming up to tackle litter!
In February our team of fantastic volunteers were joined by a group of volunteers from Silloth-on-Solway Golf Club, together they tackled a very windy Silloth
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Volunteer opportunity details from Grampus Heritage and Training:ย We would like to invite you to work off those mince pies by joining us for some
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Calling all local retailers, attractions and hospitality businesses. Cumbria Tourism are holding an exciting event in preparation for the Cumbrian Coastal Route (CCR), inviting local
2025 Bird Ringing Report – Crosscanonby Carr Nature Reserve
Interesting findings at Crosscanonby Carr Nature Reserve!ย ย The West Cumbria Ringing Group have released their report for Crosscanonby Carr Nature Reserve 2025.In 2025 the group ringed
FiPL at four: making a difference across protected landscapes
We are now in the fourth year of the Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) programme, and what a fantastic four years it has been! Take
Explore the Solway – Photo competition!
Win a family pass for the Lake District Coast Aquarium Maryport. We are looking for a great cover photo for our new ‘Explore the Solway’