New Lobster Measuring Gauges – MCRS Increase to 88mm from 1 March 2026

NOW AVAILABLE: We have now received the new 88mm gauges.

There is one gauge per commercial shellfish permit holder available and they are ready to collect at our office in Blyth now.

Our Officers will also be making local port visits:

Tuesday 10th February
Berwick Harbour: 10:45 – 11:15
Eyemouth (North Harbour Wall): 12:00 – 13:00

Wednesday 11th February
North Shields (Quay Master’s Office): 10:00 – 11:00
Blyth (Harbour Master’s Office): 11:30 – 12:30
Amble (Harbour Master’s Office): 13:00 – 14:00
Boulmer (Tractors): 14:30 – 15:00

Thursday 12th February
Craster (Harbour Wall): 10:30 – 11:00
Seahouses (Harbour Master’s Office): 11:30 – 12:30
Holy Island (Fishermen’s Sheds) 13:15 – 14:15