Falmouth Harbour Commission has removed 11 swinging moorings as part of steps to protect the Flushing seagrass bed and is seeking feedback from sailors
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No anchoring zones at the south-west end of the Studland Bay Marine Conservation Zone are being considered. The area is where most boats anchor
No anchoring zones could be introduced at the south-west end of the Studland Bay Marine Conservation Zone,
It held two consultation meetings in March to develop suitable management measures.
Proposals include voluntary or enforceable no-anchor zones or the banning of anchoring on the site.
Three options for no anchoring zones were unveiled at last month’s online public consultation and stakeholder meetings, hosted by the Dorset Coast Forum.
Draft Anchoring Management Option 1 for Studland Bay Marine Conservation Zone. Credit: MMO