Motion For the Ocean
A model Motion for the Ocean to help local authorities play their part in realising a clean, healthy and productive ocean and all of the direct economic, health and wellbeing benefits it will bring.
Seaham Town Council declared an ocean emergency and adopted the motion for the ocean in March 2022.
The video can be viewed by clicking the image.
Getting recognition for our efforts
On Friday, the 14th February 2025, the work Seaham Town Council were doing for the environment was recognised by the Durham County Council Environmental Awards.
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Seaham In Boom gave recognition for the #Mothin4theOcean campaign.
We supported the council in its efforts to obtain and In Bloom award by organising litterpicks and ensuring the beach and cliff tops were spick and span, we talked to the judges about our work on raising ocean literacy within the community, promoting ocean health and supporting people who wanted to access the sea.
Seaham anual Marine Art Exhibition
The exhibition was created to engage artists, children and the community to promote art is for all, ocean literacy is for all and raising awareness for our fragile existence by promoting healthy ocean practices while engaging the community, both young and old. Well over 100 art pieces were entered each year, with works from schools and youth groups sitting side by side with our local professional artists. ​
