Coquet to St Mary’s MCZ

Coquet to St Mary’s MCZ

The site protects different types of sediment and rock on intertidal as well as subtidal habitats. The habitats support an incredible array of marine-life including bristleworms, sponges, crabs, lobsters, marine mammals and seabirds

Read Natural England’s Conservation Advice on this site.

For more site information visit here.

Size: 191 km2

Discover what we do

The NIFCA district covers six nautical miles of vital inshore waters, stretching from the River Tyne to the Scottish border. Explore the links below to see how we manage, protect, and remain accountable for these diverse coastal environments.

Fisheries patrol boat in Cullercoats bay.

Compliance & Enforcement

Discover how our team patrols the coast to ensure fair play and protect our shared marine resources through proactive enforcement.

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Small starfish on seaweed.

Conservation

Learn how we safeguard the ecological health of the district. We conduct essential scientific monitoring and surveys to ensure a sustainable future across the inshore zone.

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Transparency

NIFCA operates with a commitment to public accountability. See how we make decisions, report on our performance, and balance the needs of the region's fishing community.

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