Now that we are into August, beachgoers are being urged to take extra caution when heading to the coast. August has been deemed the worst month of the year for fatalities around the UK coastline, with RNLI figures revealing that 122 beachgoers have died during August over the last five years. Last August alone, 31
A recent Greenpeace voyage around the coastline of Scotland took place to ascertain the impact of plastic pollution off our shores. Crucially, the expedition aimed to see just how plastic waste is affecting our seabird and wildlife populations. The two-month voyage by the ship Beluga II revealed some startling findings. The Greenpeace researchers discovered that
Camping by the sea is exhilarating and fun; however, it requires additional thought and consideration compared with inland camping expeditions. Here are some top tips to get the most from your coastal camping experience. Choose your location carefully Stick to a designated camping site; there are now quite a number of UK coastal campsites to
There is something quite magical about camping by the sea. Whether you have pitched your tent on top of a cliff or on the grassy edge of a sandy beach, there is little that surpasses watching the sun set or rise from the confines of your tent. With farmers, landowners and the National Trust opening
A new report reveals that erosion and flooding caused by climate change is destroying many of our much-loved landmarks. The study, conducted by scientists at Leeds University and the Climate Coalition, highlights that the impacts of climate change are happening right now rather than being a distant threat we need to worry about in the
Natural England, which advises the government on the country’s natural environment, has put forward new plans to widen access to the England Coastal Path. Its proposals will see two stretches of path open to the public, both on the east side of the country. The first stretch of coastal path will start from South Bents
According to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), the number of lifeboat launches that took place around the UK and Irish coastline in 2016 totalled 8,851. This represents a seven per cent rise compared with the year before and the highest number of rescues since 2011. It was not just lifeboats being launched out to
A trip to the coast does not necessarily mean getting away from it all amidst windswept isolation. If you are looking to combine a seaside break with a city experience, there are lots of British cities that give you the best of both worlds. Here are five to consider. Liverpool Situated on the river Mersey,
Weather warnings have recently been issued for heavy snowfall across parts of the UK and many coastal areas could be affected. Although lots of us like to hunker down indoors keeping warm when snowy weather arrives, it is an irresistible invitation for others to get out and about and enjoy the wintry weather on a
Just a few days after welcoming in 2017, the first storm of the year came crashing in along the east coast of England. A storm surge across East Anglia ushered in unusually high tides across the region, with many coastal areas affected by flooding. Flood alerts were issued by the Environment Agency, with areas such