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
Plastic waste affecting wildlife
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
Top tips for coastal camping
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
UK coastal campsites to pitch up at
Important British Landmarks Suffer Climate Change Damage
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