Guiding principles

Encourage and enhance nature conservation interests of the Hamble in a sustainable manner.

Promote safe recreational use of the Hamble and its environs whilst reducing pressures on wildlife.

Support economic interests whilst maintaining the character of the estuary.

Promote the safety of navigation within the Harbour area.

Support safe and sustainable fishing practice in the river.

Support the continued use of the river as a centre for sustainable recreational boating, through the effective management of the mooring provision.

Encourage sustainable agriculture.

Support to maintaining and enhancing the landscape character of the Hamble River.

Help promote and support the archaeological and historic heritage of the estuary.

Encourage the natural function of the river and shoreline.

Promote increased awareness of water quality, pollution threats and pollution prevention in the estuary.