Public Safety Information
Local residents, businesses and visitors to the area need to be aware of the hazardous nature of activities conducted on the Range and understand the restrictions associated with access and health and safety.
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Announcements and Updates
- Public Right of Way closures: 2 March to 3 April 2026
- Havengore Bridge: Operational
- COMAH Public Safety communication (Nov 2025)
- Old Ranges Patrols
- Potton Bridge: Operational
- Range Sea Danger Area status
- Yellow Diamond at East Beach non-operational
- Personal Water Craft: Public Spaces Protection Order (PWC PSPO)
- Foulness Heritage Centre: Closed until April 2026
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Forthcoming Range Activity
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Range status: Thursday 26 February 2026
Gunfire and Explosions may be noticed earlier than usual, 08:30 start.
Forthcoming Range activity: Friday 27 February 2026
Range active - no explosive activity expected today.
Please note: This information is not a guide to when marine vessels can enter the Range Sea Danger Area or aircraft can enter restricted airspace. Permission to enter must be obtained from Range Control or Southend Air Traffic Control.