Welcome
Founded as a registered Scottish charity in 2010, St Abbs Marine Station is a not-for- profit scientific initiative which aims to enhance the marine environment through research and education. In 2012 the Marine Station will launch its purpose built facility in the historic fishing village of St Abbs, in Berwickshire. Our ultimate ambition is to be a centre of excellence for marine biology research.
St Abbs
The coastal village of St Abbs is in an area of outstanding natural beauty.
St Abbs is home to an incredibly rich biodiversity of marine life and underwater habitats of international importance.
Research
The Marine Station’s research will be ethical and focus on the unique marine environment of St Abbs and the North Sea. We will specialise in studying species native to the United Kingdom.
Help Support Us
St Abbs Marine Station is funded through private donations, commercial sponsorship and fundraising events.
Education
Our 100,000 litre mesocosm aquarium will provide a clear focus for our educational events.
We have trained staff and will utilise local facilities to enable our education work.
St Abbs Marine Station aims to enhance the marine environment through research and education.
Latest news:
History of The Vennel
Since 2009 when the marine station concept was launched we have been finding out more about the history of the vennel area and the fisherman’s bothy. Read more..
Building Progress
Work on the Marine Station began in earnest in July 2011. The first stage of ground clearance was ahead of schedule. Read more..
St Abbs Marine Station Building Project
St Abbs Marine Station is delighted to announce Surveying Solutions as Project Managers for the build of the marine station. Read more..
