Brixham Laboratory

11/03/2026

We're excited to host this amazing event again which now spans over two days, it's not too late to get tickets:

https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/south-west-marine-fest-conference-157439

🌊 5th Annual Southwest Marine Fest Conference – Brixham 🐬

The countdown is on — less than 80 days to go!

Join us on 28th & 29th May in Brixham for the 5th Annual Southwest Marine Fest Conference, bringing together leading voices in marine research, conservation and policy.

Each day features a unique speaker line-up, so you can book for one day or join us for both to get the full experience.

We’re proud to welcome organisations including MARINELife, The Seal Project, Operation Cetacean, Conservation Chat UK Ltd, Nature's Safe, Devon Wildlife Trust, Ocean Conservation Trust, the South Coast Bottlenose Dolphin Consortium, the Sussex Dolphin Project, the MMO, and more.

🔹 Inspiring talks from marine experts
🔹 Valuable CPD opportunities
🔹 Fantastic networking with professionals and organisations across the sector
🔹 A chance to connect with people passionate about protecting our seas.

Whether you’re a researcher, conservationist, student, wildlife guide, or marine enthusiast, this is a must-attend event in the Southwest marine calendar.
📍 Brixham
📅 28–29 May
One-day or two-day tickets available

https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/south-west-marine-fest-conference-157439

11/03/2026

Not your average start to the week at Brixham Laboratory! 🏗️

On Monday, one of our tenants coordinated the replacement of specialist equipment that is fundamental to their business at the lab. This meant a very large crane was on site for the day, and if you were anywhere near the building, you probably couldn’t miss it!

It was an impressive operation, with the team from Devon Lifting Services carefully lifting the old equipment out and transporting the new unit safely over the building.

Operations like this require detailed planning, clear communication and great teamwork. Thanks to everyone involved, the lift was carried out smoothly and efficiently from start to finish.

A big thank you as well to our other tenants for their patience and cooperation while the work was taking place, it was greatly appreciated.

University of Plymouth

10/03/2026

09/03/2026

Join us in Brixham for the 5th Annual Southwest Marine Fest Conference!
We’re excited to invite you to Southwest Marine Fest, returning for its 5th year in the stunning coastal town of Brixham.
📅 28–29 May
📍 Brixham, Devon

This two-day conference brings together a unique line-up of marine and maritime speakers, with different expert voices each day—so whether you join us for one day or both, you’ll gain valuable insights and fresh perspectives.
Why attend?
- High-value networking with professionals from across the marine sector
- CPD opportunities to support your professional development
-Inspiring speakers sharing real-world knowledge and innovation
-A relaxed coastal setting that’s perfect for meaningful conversations
- Flexible booking available – attend one day or make the most of both.
-For the full speaker line-up and tickets, follow the link and secure your place.

https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/south-west-marine-fest-conference-157439

We look forward to welcoming you to Brixham this May!

09/03/2026

Our next Gamers group meeting is happening on Saturday 14th March 10.30am at Brixham Laboratory
This is a small group held in a quiet secure space; light refreshments provided.
We ask for a small donation towards our running costs.
We do provide games, but you are welcome to bring something in to show.
Over 18's.
All enquiries healthymindstorbay@proton.me

18/02/2026

Join us for the 5th Annual Southwest Marine Fest Conference.
May 28th and 29th in Brixham (you can book one day or both).
✅️Marine conservation
✅️Great CPD
✅️Excellent networking.
✅️Different Speakers each day.
✅️Suitable for specialists, students and anyone
passionate about the marine environment.

Speakers include: The Seal Project Operation Cetacean The South Coast Bottlenose Dolphin Consortium Ocean Conservation Trust Conservation Chat UK LTD Sussex Dolphin Project MARINElife The Marine Management Organisation, Nature's Safe and more! (Please check details via the link)

Book here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/south-west-marine-fest-conference-157439

19/01/2026

The countdown is on — less than 6 months to go!
Join us in Brixham for the Southwest Marine Fest Conference 2026, a welcoming, inclusive event bringing together students, professionals, and organisations passionate about protecting our oceans.

Marine conservation at the heart
A wide range of organisations involved
Suitable for students & professionals
28–29 May 2026
📍 Brixham
🗓️ Attend one day or both https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/the-south-west-marine-fest-157439

13/01/2026

Our Fieldwork Fanatics Club are conducting a local fieldwork enquiry.

They would really appreciate anyone associated with Brixham's fishing industry to answer a quick 5 minute survey to help their investigation.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdoXoUrRQSo3aPQRlgtRIPTfdwu-D4b8DrtkO--iMvh-Njvbg/viewform

Please also feel free to share with any relevant friends and family. Their deadline is Sunday 18th January.

Many thanks,

The Fieldwork Fanatics club.

09/01/2026

Skills Development at Brixham Laboratory👏

Congratulations to Daniel Cresswell, our Site Engineering Co-ordinator, on successfully completing his counterbalance forklift training.

The training was delivered by Christopher Pooley at Instruckt located in Exeter who Dan highly recommends.

Developing in-house skills and maintaining high safety standards is essential to our operations, and this is a great example of that commitment in action.
Well done Dan, great to see the training already being put to use.


University of Plymouth

06/01/2026

🗺️ Mapping What Matters 🗺️

📣 A workshop for active and retired fishermen, especially skippers!

This week, a Defra-led project called Mapping What Matters is running in Brixham.

The project offers small, informal winter drop-in sessions with 1-to-1 support, where fishermen can mark their fishing grounds and transit routes on charts and explain, in their own words, why these areas matter.

It doesn’t take long, and all information is anonymised and combined.

The aim is to create a new social layer of evidence to help strengthen fishermen’s voices.

📍 Brixham Sessions - January 2026

(Arrive anytime within these windows)

Monday 5th - Thursday 8th January 2026
⏰ 11:30am - 5:00pm: Brixham Trawler Agents
⏰ 5:00pm - 8:00pm: Brixham Laboratory

Friday 9th January 2026
⏰ 8:30am - 12:30pm: Brixham Trawler Agents

Help, snacks and hot drinks will be provided ☕️🍫

05/01/2026

👋 Thought I’d start off 2026 with a quick introduction to the team behind Brixham Laboratory.

We’re a small, dedicated team supporting innovation, research and collaboration, while also managing a specialist facility that provides flexible laboratory and workspace for our tenant community. Alongside our partners and occupiers, we focus on creating an environment where ambitious ideas and businesses can thrive and where students can be supported in delivering University projects and research.

Looking forward to what 2026 brings and to working with existing and new tenants, partners and students throughout the year.



University of Plymouth