What we do

The Marine Conservation Society is the UK’s leading charity for the protection of our seas, shores and wildlife. For over thirty years MCS has been the voice for the sea for all the fascinating creatures that live beneath the waves, for our breath-taking coastal environment, for all those who make a sustainable living from the sea and for everyone who simply enjoys visiting the beach and our glorious coastline.

© Igor Kasalovic Show copyright information Ocean recovery Securing healthy and wealthy seas into the future.

Learn about our Ocean Recovery programme Responsible seafood Our fish ratings are used by industry, retailers, restaurants and consumers, helping to support the transition back to abundant fish stocks. Our online guides will help you choose sustainable seafood and suggest cooking tips.

Learn more about our seafood work © Anna Popovic Show copyright information Near you (with the Good Beach Guide) Discover events, beaches (along with their water quality and facilities), Fish2fork rated restaurant, and recent wildlife sightings close to your UK postcode.

Find out more © Ewan Kane Show copyright information Our current campaigns Find out more about our current campaigns and how you can help us work for better protection for our oceans, wildlife and beaches.

Join our campaigns © Michal Dziera Show copyright information Brexit Our views on Brexit and what needs to be done for our seas

Find out more Clean seas Let’s work together to turn the tide on pollution and rubbish in our seas

and on our beaches.

Learn how we're making our seas cleaner!

More information and campaigns to get behind…

Our work in Wales

The Marine Conservation Society is active in Wales Find out more