“The Community of Arran Seabed Trust (COAST) is a community-led organisation that has made a huge difference to the conservation and restoration of the seas around Arran and the Clyde for the past 25 years. We stand for a diverse, abundant and beautiful marine environment for everyone.”
COAST Summer News
Scotland’s “world leading” Future Catching Policy is anything but – ask your MSP to protect Scotland’s seas from damaging discarding.
Also, in this edition: Secure your space on one of our infamous summer events – both rock pooling and snorkelling are BACK for 2022; we’ve been sharing our story far and wide; proof that donating to COAST directly helps a worthwhile and impactful cause.
We’re currently seeking enthusiastic budding marine conservationists to gain experience with us as our Marine Engagement Volunteers.
Clyde Cod Closure fiasco of 2022 echoes episode of “Yes Minister”. COAST responds to RAINE Committee call for views.
We are delighted to announce that we have secured funding for a versatile, wheel-chair accessible boat to deliver a range of restoration, research and education projects as part of our five year strategy.
A new snorkel trail featuring some of Arran’s most beautiful bays and beaches was launched on Saturday 17th July. The self-led trail identifies areas for beginner and advanced snorkellers to explore all around Arran’s coast and discover what lies beneath the island’s waves.
The Discovery Centre is Scotland’s first MPA visitor centre, and is led by COAST with the people of Arran. In fact this is the UK’s first community-led MPA visitor centre.
COAST Discovery Centre,
Old Pavilion,
Lamlash,
Isle of Arran,
KA27 8LS
Tel: 01770 600 656
COAST Old Pavilion Lamlash Isle of Arran Scotland KA27 8LS Tel: 01770 600 656
Community of Arran Seabed Trust Company No. SC299917 Registered Charity in Scotland No. SC042088
