Nature And Landscape

#LC Solway Coast and Marine Project (SCAMP)

The Solway Firth is one of the most important estuaries in Britain, shared between Scotland and England, its amazing seascape is vital for people and wildlife. The Dumfries and Galloway coastline runs for 210 miles from the shimmering sands of the inner Solway to the rugged shores of Wigtownshire, and the Mull of Galloway, Scotland’s most southerly point. The Firth has shaped the history, economy, art and culture of Scotland, a gateway to the world and a rich natural resource, however its diverse habitats are fragmented and inaccessible. SCAMP will address this decline by harnessing Solway’s natural capital to respond to the climate & nature crises, by reconnecting habitats, creating resilient communities and boosting local economic activity. Coastal communities will be at the heart of this holistic seascape approach, and we will focus our work on five key habitats: native oyster reefs, seagrass beds, saltmarsh, sand dunes and coastal woodlands.