The Wild Oysters Project completed detailed planning, extensive surveys, and collaborated with local representatives, with the aim of creating native oyster reefs covering a combined approximate 15,000m2 at the two restoration hubs. The restoration efforts in both the Tyne and Wear restoration hub and the Conwy Bay restoration hub have contributed towards native oyster restoration in these regions. In the Conwy Bay restoration hub, further work is due to take place to complete the habitat restoration. The lessons learned through The Wild Oysters Project provide valuable guidance for future large-scale restoration initiatives, emphasising the importance of thorough planning, community engagement, and adaptability in the face of unforeseen challenges.
Scotland’s Seas: An Environmental and Economic Opportunity
Scotland’s seas are six times larger than our land area and among the most ecologically important in the world. They support internationally important marine wildlife, globally significant ecosystems and the coastal economies that depend upon them.
16 September 2026