South West Marine Fest

13/06/2026

We are excited to announce that the 5th Annual Saving Species Conference will be coming to Brixham on 29th & 30th October.

This event continues to bring together passionate conservation professionals, charities, educators, researchers, students, and wildlife enthusiasts who are committed to making a difference for nature.

We're proud to already have an incredible line-up of confirmed organisations, including:
- Nature's Safe
- Dartmoor Zoo
- Paignton Zoo
- The Atlantic Salmon Trust
- Wilder International Conservation Chat UK Ltd
- Ambios
- Butterfly Conservation
Whether you're looking to learn from leading conservation organisations, share ideas, discover new projects, or build valuable connections, the Saving Species Conference offers an excellent opportunity to do so in a friendly, welcoming, and collaborative environment.

✅ Attend for one day or join us for both days
✅ Outstanding networking opportunities
✅ Inspiring speakers and conservation stories
✅ A supportive community passionate about protecting wildlife

We are incredibly proud to be bringing this event back for its fifth year and look forward to welcoming both familiar faces and new attendees to Brixham this October.
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/saving-species-conference-4845931

06/06/2026

Stakeholder Perceptions, Torbay Marine Conservation Zone - Online Surveys

30/05/2026

A fantastic day spent at the South West Marine Fest in Brixham today alongside Sussex Dolphin Project 🐬 hearing from and networking with an array of inspiring marine conservation organisations on their projects 🌊

South West Marine Fest

28/05/2026

28/05/2026

28/05/2026

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26/05/2026

RARE OPPORTUNITY! 💙

Polzeath Marine Conservation Group and Centre have an incredible volunteering opportunity available for this summer!

Due to a last-minute change in circumstances, this rare opportunity is now recruiting at short notice.

They are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Ranger or Student Ranger to join them for the 2026 summer season in beautiful Polzeath to run their amazing Marine Centre activities.

Their main season runs from 1 June to 31 August but are happy to discuss flexible arrangements around dates, hours, and terms for the right person.

We aim to open the Marine Centre 7 days a week from 11am–5pm (with some flexibility), and the Ranger would typically work 5 days per week.

Activities include:
🌊 Leading or assisting with rockpool rambles
🌊 Running beach combs and helping with our twice-monthly beach cleans
🌊 Supporting activities in the Marine Centre
🌊 Helping with Crafty Wednesdays, creative family activities
🌊 Chatting with visitors about local wildlife, conservation, and the coast
🌊 Assisting with the day-to-day running of the Centre

The role is varied, practical, people-focused, and ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors and engaging with the public.

The voluntary role is unpaid but ACCOMODATION IS PROVIDED.

For more information and details on the role description please contact [email protected] directly.

26/05/2026

If you are heading to Brixham to join us for the Southwest Marine Fest Conference we recommend you look to sea in the evening.

Common dolphins, Risso dolphins, Harbour Porpoise, grey seal and Minke whale (likely) have all been spotted it the area this week 🐋🐬🐳🦭
Operation Cetacean The Seal Project Devon Wildlife Trust MARINElife The South Coast Bottlenose Dolphin Consortium Sussex Dolphin Project

A small amount of tickets remaining
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/south-west-marine-fest-conference-157439