South West Harbour Sees Notable Decline in Fishing Activity Saturday, September 27, 2025 weymouth fishing harbour boating quotas costs workforce environment leisure vessels Weymouth Harbour is experiencing a significant decline in fishing vessel activity, particularly throughout August, according to harbour master Ed Carter. He attributes this downturn to multiple ongoing challenges, including … Read More
South West Harbour Fishing Faces Notable Decline Amid Ongoing Challenges Saturday, September 27, 2025 fishing harbour weymouth boats quota environment marine berths fleet leisure Weymouth Harbour is experiencing a marked decline in fishing vessel activity, especially throughout August. Harbour master Ed Carter has attributed this downturn to a combination of factors including tighter catch quotas, … Read More
Bacteria Levels Surge at Weymouth Central Beach, Echoing Last Year’s Blue Flag Loss Saturday, September 20, 2025 weymouth bacteria pollution blueflag harbour sewage runoff environmentagency waterquality dorset Weymouth’s Central beach has experienced a significant rise in bacteria levels this August, mirroring a similar spike in 2024 that contributed to the beach losing its prestigious Blue Flag status this year. Last year, storm … Read More
Youths Urged to Avoid Jumping from Somerset Harbour Walls Amid Rising Boat Traffic Friday, August 1, 2025 somerset harbour youthsafety boating minehead watchet warning accidents navigation council Somerset’s harbour master has issued a warning to local youths against jumping off the harbour walls in Minehead and Watchet, as increased boat traffic raises safety concerns. Both harbours experience an influx of pleasure … Read More
Man in 70s Dies After Being Blown Into Yacht During Windsurfing Incident in Dorset Wednesday, July 16, 2025 windsurfing accident dorset portland harbour rnli tragedy yacht rescue emergency A tragic windsurfing accident has claimed the life of a man in his 70s at Portland Harbour, Dorset. The man is believed to have been swept out of the water by strong winds and collided with a moored yacht. Emergency first aid … Read More
South West Town Dartmouth: Eight Unique Experiences You Can Only Find Here Sunday, July 6, 2025 dartmouth devon harbour history maritime ferry steamengine paddlesteamer castle museum Dartmouth is a town like no other, blending stunning natural beauty with a rich maritime heritage and a lively cultural scene. Beyond its picturesque streets and historic charm, it offers experiences that are entirely unique … Read More