Boundary Map and available GIS data
This site is a Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ) designated under the Marine and Coastal Access Act (2010) on the 31st May 2019. The designation is intended to protect populations of common eider (Somateria mollissima)
A PDF boundary map of the site can be downloaded HERE
Conservation Objectives
The site was designated on the 31st May 2019. Conservation Objectives are yet available.
Defra has published a factsheet about the MCZ which can be viewed HERE
A short infographic summary for the site can be downloaded HERE
Organisations with responsibility for MPA
- Berwick Harbour Commission
- Environment Agency
- Natural England
- Marine Management Organisation
- North Sunderland Harbour Commission
- North Tyneside Council
- Northumberland Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority
- Northumberland County Council
- Northumbrian Water
- National Trust
- Warkworth Harbour Commission