“What does the Ocean mean to you?”
The sea has always been there for me. In times of stress and as a celebration. It has brought me friends and memories that will last a lifetime. Without the sea, I would not be who I am today.

“What does the Ocean mean to you?”
The sea has always been there for me. In times of stress and as a celebration. It has brought me friends and memories that will last a lifetime. Without the sea, I would not be who I am today.

As the Marine Institute Explorers Education Programme celebrates its 20th anniversary, we are reflecting on its impact and looking ahead to the future of ocean literacy and marine education. We’re

Coastwatch would love you to participate in their Annual Citizen Science Shore Survey and help generate a snapshot picture of our shores in autumn 2026. Just book 500m of shore