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North Sea Conservation

North Sea Conservation is dedicated to preserving marine biodiversity, focusing on the European lobster. Through community engagement and conservation efforts, they aim to protect local marine life and promote sustainable practices for future generations.

Dive into our Lobsters Under The Sea raffle 🦞 and help protect the European lobster in the North Sea. Every ticket supports Whitby Lobster Hatchery and our work to boost marine biodiversity &mdash; and gets you in with a chance of winning one of three brilliant prizes, from fine art to a hands-on adventure at sea. Tickets open at our &quot;50,000 Lobsters Under the Sea&quot; gala on Saturday 5 September and stay open online until Sunday 5 October, when the winners will be drawn. First prize drawn gets first choice of the three prizes below, second prize drawn gets second choice, and third gets whichever remains. Prize 1: Hand-carved linocut lobster print by Ieuan EdwardsA striking, one-of-a-kind piece of art, hand carved and hand printed in 12 colours from a single block of lino &mdash; the lightest colour first, then cut back into for each layer, through to the darkest. Because each cut is permanent, no two states of the block are ever repeated, making this a genuinely collectable print. This piece comes from an edition of just eighteen.Print size: 40 x 52cm | Sheet size: 56 x 76cm Prize 2: Breakfast with the Seals for two, SEA LIFE ScarboroughExclusive early entry before the centre opens, a private seal feeding session, breakfast and a hot drink, a one-hour VIP tour with an expert from the team, and all-day entry to SEA LIFE Scarborough. Prize 3: Runswick Bay Rescue Boat experienceHead out with the Runswick Bay Rescue Boat crew and get hands-on with a real training exercise &mdash; a rare chance to see our local rescue volunteers at work up close.

Lobsters Under The Sea Raffle

Join Whitby Lobster Hatchery&#39;s raffle for a chance to win big while supporting our mission too! Your participation is not only a chance to win this stunning sculpture, but also plays a vital role in supporting our conservation efforts of the European Lobster . Each ticket you purchase directly contributes to supporting your local marine life! Chance to view the art and buy tickets in person will be available at our&nbsp;Locals Weekend @ the Marine Discovery Centre 14th-15th of March!&nbsp;🎟️ Thank you for your support from the Hatchery Team! ✨ ABOUT THE ART&nbsp;Mel Blackburn, 2025&nbsp;SculptureLarry the Lobster &ndash; Crafted from driftwood, rusty wire and unwanted bits and bobs all found on Whitby beaches. Beads for eyes and old mattress springs for antenna, this piece is one of a kind. Beautiful natural greens and blue driftwood found on Tate Hill Sands used reflects the true colour of European lobster. This piece is roughly A4 so small enough to add intrigue to any small spot in your home. Find this local artist on Instagram and TikTok @thefafforyofwhitby.&nbsp;

Larry the Lobster Raffle for The Whitby Lobster Hatchery

Your donation helps raise and release young lobsters into the North Sea 🦞, rebuilding a healthy population that supports both marine wildlife and local fishing families. Every gift directly supports hatchery work, tank care, and hands-on education for schools and the community. By giving today, you help protect coastal livelihoods and keep our sea thriving for the future 🌊.

Your donation helps raise and release young lobsters into the North Sea 🦞, rebuilding a healthy population that supports both marine wildlife and local fishing families.Every gift directly supports hatchery work, tank care, and hands-on education for schools and the community. By giving today, you help protect coastal livelihoods and keep our sea thriving for the future 🌊.

Donate to Whitby Lobster Hatchery

For centuries, Whitby has been shaped by the sea, and we want to keep it that way for the children who will inherit it. Whitby Lobster Hatchery works hand in hand with local fishing community to give young lobsters their best chance of survival. Egg-carrying female lobsters are brought to us by the fishers. We hatch their eggs safely and care for the young lobsters through their most vulnerable early life stages before releasing them back into the wild. So far, we&rsquo;ve released more than 66,000 juvenile lobsters into local waters. Every donation, however small, helps us care for more young lobsters, share our work with schools and visitors, and support healthy seas off the Yorkshire coast. Thank you for being part of Whitby&rsquo;s future.

For centuries, Whitby has been shaped by the sea, and we want to keep it that way for the children who will inherit it.Whitby Lobster Hatchery works hand in hand with local fishing community to give young lobsters their best chance of survival. Egg-carrying female lobsters are brought to us by the fishers. We hatch their eggs safely and care for the young lobsters through their most vulnerable early life stages before releasing them back into the wild. So far, we’ve released more than 66,000 juvenile lobsters into local waters.Every donation, however small, helps us care for more young lobsters, share our work with schools and visitors, and support healthy seas off the Yorkshire coast.Thank you for being part of Whitby’s future.

Whitby’s Future Is in Our Hands – Fire & Ice Festival 2027

📢 A special community screening: The People&rsquo;s Emergency Briefing #PEBuk What&rsquo;s happening with climate and nature, and what does it mean for everyday life in the UK? Join us for a screening of the People&rsquo;s Emergency Briefing - an eye-opening film bringing together nine leading UK scientists and experts with the latest evidence and why it matters for things like:🌧️ Extreme weather 🍞 Food security 🏥 Health 💷 Cost of living The film is based on the National Emergency Briefing in Westminster (featured by ITV, Channel 4 and The Times) with appearances from Chris Packham, Deborah Meaden, and a range of voices from across the UK. After the film there will be a short open discussion about what it means for our community and what we can do locally.

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