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DCF eNews August 2024

DCF eNews August 2024

Early morning sea swimmers at East Beach West Bay

Welcome to our August eNews update!

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Calling DCF members – Register now for the DCF Conference 2024!
Join us on Thursday 24th October at the Ocean Room, Weymouth Pavilion the for a day of insightful speakers, networking, and collaboration.  This year we explore the theme of Dorset’s changing coast and its impacts on our communities, economies, and the environment.
In addition to the full day’s agenda of inspirational presentations and an engaging workshop, there will be information stands from our sponsors and partners. Information stands will showcase innovative engagement tools designed to engage coastal communities, research and technologies.
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Dan testing our new wave tank, built by and big thanks to Weymouth Men’s Shed.

Next step – build the model flood defence structures! Watch this space ………

Future Studland Plan – survey now live!
After speaking to residents at our engagement events in early July, the Future Studland survey is now available for everyone to join the conservation! Whether you are a local resident, a visitor or someone who holds Studland close to your heart, this is an opportunity to shape the future of this beloved area.
The insights gathered will shape the stewardship of Studland’s natural beauty and accessibility as part of a 20-50 year plan. Go to the project website to take part in the survey!
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Studland Bay Marine Partnership
The partnership are extremely encouraged that the boating season has started with a significant use of the eco-moorings available. Thank you to all  boaters who are supporting marine conservation at Studland by adhering to the Voluntary No Anchor Zone.
 A range of permanent signage will be installed this month at local marinas and public boat launch sites to spread the word on how to enjoy Studland and protect the seagrass in Dorset’s largest seagrass meadow.  Just a reminder to all that to enable the partnership to maintain and redeploy the eco-moorings each year, we ask boaters to pay to moor. Find out more at  Pay to Moor and Donate to project.
See also the project website for a list of events coming up over the next few months!
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Swanage Coastal Transition Accelerator Programme (CTAP)
Following recent in person and  online CTAP community events, led by Sara Parker in DCF and supported by Ross Fitzgerald Associate Director of Geomorphology at Jacobs, the project team are now working on short listing options for the Outline Business Case (OBC) informed by  community feedback. We currently have a live survey asking people to rate the options.  For more information and to sign up for updates, see our project page.
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Charmouth Coastal Transition Accelerator Programme (CTAP)
As part of engagement a survey (closed 31st July) asked the Charmouth community for their views on shortlisted options for the Outline Business Case (OBC) which will outline a plan on how the CTAP project in Charmouth will be delivered. These options have been developed from community and stakeholder input provided at recent engagement events. See project page for more information or to sign up for updates.
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Swanage Town Coastal Protection Scheme
Left: Sara with Flooding Swanage with art artists, Andy Knill and Tom Phillips
We are delighted to announce that our community art project Flooding Swanage with Art come second with a Highly Commended in the community category of the EA’s Excellence Awards – Flood & Coast2024 ! Thank you to everyone who participated and well-done to Sara, the amazing artists and the Swanage community! You can view our submission on our DCF YouTube channel or here.  
Concept design proposals were shared at the recent Swanage Town Council Coastal Change & Beach Management Advisory Committee explaining scheme options and a potential final Preferred Option.  Sara will be updating the project page with the latest developments and opportunities to engage with the Project Team.  
In July, the Environment Agency met with key stakeholders in the Lower High Street area to discuss proposals to change the configuration of the temporary wave barriers. For  updates see our project page.
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Future Studland Survey Live – Have your say now!

Future Studland Survey Live – Have your say now!

The Future Studland survey is now live! This is a key step in creating a 20 – 50 year plan for the Studland peninsula. Following successful engagement events with residents in early July the survey is now available to all to take part. Whether you are a local resident, a visitor or someone who holds Studland close to your heart, this is an opportunity to help shape the future of this beloved area. The survey responses will inform the Future Studland plan that will shape the stewardship of Studland’s natural beauty and accessibility for future generations.

The survey explores how and when people visit, their connection with its natural landscapes, and the how they use the existing facilities. It will build a picture of the peninsula as it is used now and an provide insight as to how people would like to continue using it whilst facing the challenges of coastal change.

You can take part in the survey here:

https://www.dorsetcoasthaveyoursay.co.uk/future-studland/surveys/future-studland-survey

Also, look out for the Dorset Coast Forum team popping up on Studland beaches throughout August to engage with Studland visitors and encourage them to share their views by taking part in the survey.

Paper copies of the survey are available at the Studland Village Shop and the National Trust Knoll Beach Visitors Centre.

Charmouth CTAP – July 2024

Charmouth CTAP – July 2024

The Outline Business Case for the Coastal Transition Accelerator Programme (CTAP) in Charmouth is currently being written, and we would value your feedback on options being considered. This list of options has been created using feedback from the community and key stakeholders.

Thank you if you were able to join us at one of our engagement events. This survey closed on 31 July 2024

How do you spend your time on the beach?

How do you spend your time on the beach?

Have you heard about our summer survey?

We want to know all about your top beach spots, favourite activities, and thoughts on litter and water cleanliness.

Your input will help to inform future projects that could tackle issues such as beach access, facilities and water quality monitoring.

Complete the summer survey here: https://shorturl.at/Jy9F1

Drop-in events 9-10 July, Studland Village Hall

Drop-in events 9-10 July, Studland Village Hall

Do you live in Studland or Purbeck?

We’ll be at Studland Village Hall on Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday next week for you to find out more about Future Studland and share your views.

Tuesday 9th July 2-5pm – Studland Residents

Wednesday 10th July – 10am to 4pm – Purbeck Residents

There will be more opportunities to share your views with a survey out soon and more engagement opportunities on Studland beaches over the summer!