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| NEW STAMP ISSUE | |
| Lundy boasts the world’s oldest operating private postal service. Since 1929 almost 350 different stamps have been issued, some becoming very rare. Collectors of Lundy philately are found all over the world, and many have started their interest after a first visit to the island. Our latest stamp was issued will be on Saturday 15th 2010 and the theme for this year’s issue is Lundy’s wildlife and its collection of mammals. Whether you visit for a day or stay for longer, walking the island gives the opportunity to see the animals shown on our new stamp issue. If you would like an order form please call 01237 470074. | |
| Lundy becomes England’s first Marine Conservation Zone | |
| The waters around Lundy Island off the North Devon coast have today (January 12) become England’s first Marine Conservation Zone. This is a direct result of last year’s Marine & Coastal Access Act which aims to protect England’s most important marine habitats and species. Janette Ward, Natural England’s Regional Director in the South West, welcomed the announcement: “We are very pleased to have Lundy, one of the jewels of our natural environment in the South West, announced as the location of England’s first Marine Conservation Zone. Lundy, already a showcase of a well protected marine environment, now represents the first step in delivering a new approach to marine protection. It is wonderful that we can boast a site in the South West as a pioneer for marine conservation in English waters.” Lundy’s new status establishes it as the cornerstone of a new network of Marine Protected Areas that the Government aims to have in place around our coasts by 2012. Keith Hiscock, Chairman of the Lundy Marine Nature Reserve Advisory Group confirmed Lundy’s importance for marine conservation has long been recognised: “The designation of the area around Lundy as a Marine Conservation Zone is another first for the island. In 1986 it was designated as England’s first, and so far only, statutory Marine Nature Reserve.” Subsequently the waters off Lundy’s east coast became the UK’s first No Take Zone, an area where the marine environment is being protected in order to allow it to return to its natural state. During the next two years, more Marine Conservation Zones will be identified and designated in the South West through the Finding Sanctuary project. Representatives from a broad range of interested parties are being asked to recommend new sites as Marine Conservation Zones and specify the management necessary to achieve the conservation aspirations for these sites. | |
| 40th ANNIVERSARY APPEAL FOR LUNDY | |
| September 2009 marks 40 years since the Landmark Trust committed to the management of the island, its buildings and services, ensuring Lundy's unique environment and qualities remains accessible to all who want to experience it. This required considerable funding and was only achieved through the generosity of so many people who have, through their love of Lundy, helped shape its history. However, without further investment we simply cannot afford to undertake a number of major projects essential to Lundy's future survival. As Lundy General Manager, Derek Green explains; ‘The islanders work hard to protect and preserve Lundy but know our future is uncertain. Please help us keep Lundy special by making a donation today.' To read more about Lundy‘s 40th Anniversary Appeal or to make a donation please click here http://www.lundyisland.co.uk/appeal.htm | |
| MS OLDENBURG AVAILABLE FOR CHARTERING FOR . . . | |
| Oldenburg is not just the ship that takes passengers and supplies to Lundy, she is also a great venue for parties, exhibitions, presentations, wedding receptions and much more. She doesnt have to sail and can be hired for use alongside at Bideford. Oldenburg is blessed with three decks; the top viewing deck is spacious and easy to walk around, the semi covered aft-deck and then down inside to the lobby area, toilets and for'rd saloon and bar area, and then again down a few steps to the snack bar and shop area. The latter is the aft saloon and this can be transformed into a lovely dance floor for parties. If you would like to know more about chartering MS Oldenburg and would like to have a look around the ship, please call 01237 423233 in the first instance, or email admin@lundyisland.co.uk. |
Lundy Shore Office The Quay, Bideford Devon, EX39 2LY Tel: 01271 863636 Fax: 01237 477779 e-mail: info@lundyisland.co.uk |
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