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Activities Guidance

Plymouth Sound & Estuaries MPA, is a fantastic place to take part in lots of activities, from meeting friends for coffee, coastal walks, swimming and fishing to diving, snorkelling, sailing and paddlesports. Its beautiful landscapes and seascapes is the perfect backdrop for relaxation, fun and adventure and getting back to nature and connecting with the ocean. Discover the best ways to enjoy your activity while protecting our amazing MPA long in to the future.

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Your guide to the MPA

Plymouth Sound & Tamar Estuaries Guide for Small Craft

Download our guide to enjoying the MPA out on the water, with important information about safely navigating around the MPA, facts about the local marine environment, areas of interest and how you can help to sustain the area for future generations.

Personal Watercraft Partnership (PWP)

PWP is a group of bodies involved in the Personal Watercraft industry in the UK, who supports and provides information on the recreational use of personal watercraft.

RNLI

Guides and advice for staying safe on the water

Whatever the activity, and no matter how experienced you are, understanding the risks and being prepared could save your life. The RNLI have safety advice on a range of different activities to make sure your visit to the coast is memorable for all the right reasons.

Be Aware!

There are strong currents and tides throughout the marine site.

Please take care and make sure you check the tide times before you enter the water.