Information service about noise and activity at the MOD Shoeburyness Range. Account not continuously monitored, for enquiries please contact using details below
Trespasser intercepted - this person was putting himself at risk by bait digging on the prohibited MOD foreshore this morning. Thank you to Essex Police for their co-operation. Know the rules and stay safe near the Range. More info:
Overnight, a sailing vessel entered the Range Sea Area, ran aground and is now stranded in a prohibited danger area while the Range operates. We will ensure the vessel's safety but please be aware of restrictions when in the vicinity of the Range. More:
Did you know that the Mulberry Harbour is in the MOD Range Sea Area? Stay safe and don't trespass on the foreshore between Shoebury Common and East Beach. Look for warning signs and see our website for details
At approx 08:35 today, a Jetski illegally entered the MOD Sea Area and came via The Boom to Havengore Creek. The Range was active (Red Flags flying) including at SHB Common launch slipway. Lack of knowledge or recklessness put them in very real danger:
Stay safe on the beach this summer - remember, not all beaches in this area are open to the public. Find out which beaches belong to the MOD and are closed to the public at all times. More:
Wishing you an enjoyable Easter weekend - be aware that not all beaches in Shoeburyness are open to the public. Stay safe and don't trespass on the MOD foreshore between Shoebury Common and East Beach. Look for warning signs and see our website for details
We've noticed an increase in trespass on the MOD foreshore in the Uncle Tom's Cabin area. For your safety, please stay on the public beach, west side of the slipway.
Stay safe on the beach this summer - remember, not all beaches in this area are open to the public. Find out which beaches belong to the MOD and are closed to the public at all times. More:
3 February 2020 Update: An explosion may be noticed this afternoon. We are expecting the Royal Navy EOD team to conduct an urgent disposal of an UXO found off of Southend Pier.
Do you live or work near the Range? Find out about the nature of our work and how we would keep you informed in the unlikely event of an emergency that may affect you. More info:
Heading to the beach this Jubilee weekend? Be aware that not all beaches in Shoeburyness are open to the public. Stay safe and do not trespass on the MOD foreshore between Ness Road and East Beach. Look out for warning signage in the area. More info:
Have an enjoyable Bank Holiday weekend - remember, not all beaches in Shoeburyness are open to the public. Stay safe and don't trespass on the MOD foreshore between Shoebury Common and East Beach. Look for warning signs and see our website for details
Another recreational sailing vessel stranded in the active Range area in recent days with occupants requiring evacuation and expensive recovery of their vessel when Range operations and tides allowed. Please ensure you know the Do's & Don'ts if navigating near the Range.
Did you know that the MOD Inner Sea Area is closed to all marine vessels and personal watercraft (PWC) at all times - even when the Red Flags are lowered? The MOD foreshore is also part of the new PSPO for PWC. More info:
17 December 2019 Urgent update: This afternoon we will be disposing of the unexploded WW2 bomb found in London at the weekend. This will result in a very large explosion. More:
The new Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) for Personal Watercraft (PWCs) includes the prohibited MOD foreshore between the launch slipway and The Boom