Our Supporters
We rely on a number of partners, local supporters and sponsors to help us with funding and business expertise. Find out how your business or organisation can help support our valuable work.
Our Sponsors
Rockfish
We owe a huge thank you to Rockfish, our Poole-based sponsors, who raised £2146 for Oceans to Earth despite the uncertainty caused by Covid 19. In each restaurant there is an optional £1 contribution added to the bill to help support local causes; since 2010 they have raised over £250,000.
Rockfish specialise in serving sustainable, fresh, local seafood in their eight restaurants located in coastal towns in Dorset and Devon. Rockfish Poole is set in the beautiful old pottery building on Poole Quay overlooking the Sunseeker yard and ferry terminal. They have their own fishing boat, Rockfisher, whose daily catch is supplemented with fresh fish selected from Brixham and other local fish markets. Find out more by visiting therockfish.co.uk
myTurn
We believe there is a huge future in borrowing and sharing, and as an organisation, it’s something we will be doing a lot more of.
As we now offer our litter picking equipment, we want to make it as easy as possible for you to borrow. MyTurn offers an incredible platform, specifically for borrowing, and sharing. This encourages a circular economy, builds social trust, and most importantly, it saves the environment!
We wanted to say a massive thank you to the team at myTurn for supporting us, and helping us to make our equipment more accessible to you.
Find out more by visiting myturn.com
Our Partners
Dorset Wildlife Trust
National Trust
Jurassic Watersports
We are proud to partner with Dorset Wildlife Trust, National Trust and Jurassic Watersports to support the Wild Brownsea Project’s Shore Rangers.
Shore Rangers is a free kayaking conservation group for young people aged 16 to 25.
The group travels to Brownsea by boat before kayaking around its shoreline to enjoy a range of practical marine tasks, surveys and coastal / marine workshops.
This is a great way to see what conservation is about and a stepping stone to nature-based careers – all while having fun and making a difference!
If you would like to join or support Shore Rangers, please contact jowen@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk
Dorset Wildlife Trust is the county’s largest conservation charity dedicated to restoring nature in Dorset.
The Wild Brownsea Project is kindly supported by Dorset Wildlife Trust Members, the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Oceans to Earth and Jurassic Watersports.
Over three years, the Wild Brownsea Project will provide new infrastructure including the Lookout Hide and Visitor Hub, upgrades to existing hides and the Villa Wildlife Centre; habitat works as well as new and extensive Engagement, Schools & Outreach Programmes.
The project places an emphasis on accessibility and inclusion so that more people can benefit from spending time in nature locally.
The Word Forest Organisation
The Word Forest Organisation is a Dorset-based charity that plant trees, build and raises environmental awareness in the UK. It also builds classrooms, facilitates education & supports a women’s empowerment group in rural Kenya.
You can help their team get trees in the ground in a variety of easy ways – visit WordForest.org to get started.
Our Patrons
Poole Harbour Commissioners
As a trust, Poole Harbour Commissioners is an independent statutory body. Trust Ports hold a unique place in the UK ports industry as there are no shareholders or owners and any surplus is ploughed back into the harbour and port operations for the benefit of the stakeholders of the trust. Poole Harbour Commissioners ensure that all the varied interests operate in harmony, both for the common good and for the long-term sustainability of the whole harbour and its stakeholders. Read more on their website www.phc.co.uk.
Port of Poole Marina
Port of Poole Marina is Poole Harbour’s newest marina, representing a £1 million investment by Poole Harbour Commissioners. It is perfectly positioned in a peaceful location, with on site shower and toilet facilities, free car parking, and a free water taxi service to Poole Quay Boat Haven (weather and daylight permitting). With direct access to the main shipping channel, Port of Poole Marina is perfectly positioned for motorboat and sailing enthusiasts alike. Find out more by visting their website at poolequayboathaven.co.uk.
Tidal Studios
Tidal Studios is a web design, digital and graphic design agency providing creative solutions to help businesses effectively communicate with their customers. Based in Poole, Dorset, they work locally and nationally with fledgling enterprises, larger corporations and everything in between. As well as building websites they design logos, brochures, posters, banners and leaflets and produce effective content for social media channels. In fact, if you need anything creating to help your marketing stand out, Tidal Studios should be the first people you call; find out more at tidalstudios.co.uk.
Icom
With over 50 years’ experience in the design and manufacture of the most technically advanced two-way radio products in the world, Icom has earned a reputation for high quality, innovation and performance. Icom’s extensive range of two way radio, navigational products and systems include IDAS Digital Two Way Radio (NXDN/dPMR), Two Way Radio for Business (PMR/ PBR), ATEX radio, LTE/PoC Radio, IP radio, Satellite PTT Radio, Amateur radio, Receivers/Scanners, D-STAR digital Amateur radio, Marine radio, AIS Equipment, GMDSS commercial maritime radio, aviation/Airband radio and licence free walkie talkies (PMR446). Icom’s range is available in fixed-base radio, vehicle mount radio and handheld radio formats; you can see the full range at icomuk.co.uk.
Ribs Marine
Ribs Marine is a family-run business founded in 1969 and their marina/boatyard, Avon Marina is located on the Waterloo Stream off the River Avon and is a short distance to Christchurch Town Centre and approximately 1.5 miles into Christchurch Bay.
As well as all general boat repairs and servicing, moorings and storage, they are main dealers for Quicksilver GRP boats from open, cabin, cruiser to pilothouses, Zodiac ribs, Takacat inflatables and the all new River Boats. Find outr more at ribsmarine.co.uk.
River Boats UK
River Boats UK (Mainland) is the official distributor for River Boats in England, Scotland and Wales. They are a growing company that is setting up a dealer network to support you locally. River Boats UK is run by RIBS Marine in Christchurch, Dorset.
ePropulsion
Epropulsion design and build electric outboard motors for boats. They aim to enrich the boating experience, whilst providing a clean, sustainable and eco-friendly atmosphere for marine life and the surrounding environment. Find out more on their website epropulsion.com.
Parkstone Rotary Club
The Parkstone Rotary Club has continued to support its community in every way despite current restrictions. The members get involved and raise funds for important local and international causes. Their focus this year has been to embrace the diversity of the community and to highlight environmental concerns, both local and global. Read more on their website rotary-ribi.org.
Coleman Marine Insurance
Coleman Marine Insurance is a highly specialised division, providing bespoke solutions for all aspects of yacht, motorboat, superyacht, commercial craft and marine trade insurance. Find out more at colemanmarine.co.uk.