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National Marine Week: Eco-crabbing at Kimmeridge

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Try crabbing the eco-friendly way without harming wildlife

Event details

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Date

Time
2:30pm - 4:00pm
A static map of National Marine Week: Eco-crabbing at Kimmeridge

About the event

National Marine Week event.

Join us for eco-crabbing on the seashore in Kimmeridge Bay. Find out how to catch seashore crabs without harming them or the other marine life that lives with them and learn how to look after your catch. Discover the different types of crab to be found at Kimmeridge as well as lots of fun crabby facts. This event is weather dependent. 

BOOKING ESSENTIAL.

Booking

Price

£7 per child which includes a plastic-free crab line to keep.

All children must be accompanied by an adult. Accompanying adults free.

The event is carried out at the waters' edge and is not suitable for under three year olds.

Additional booking information

Spaces are limited so booking is essential.
Call the Wild Seas Centre on 01929 481044 to reserve your place.

Suitable for

Families

Know before you go

Mobility

Access to the shore can be unstable and unsuitable for those with limited mobility.

What to bring

All equipment will be provided.

This event includes walking over wet, uneven and sometimes slippery rocks therefore sturdy shoes or wellingtons are essential.

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Parking information

Access to Kimmeridge Bay is via a toll road which costs £6 per car (charges vary depending on the vehicle). Car parking is included in the toll fee.

Bicycle parking

Yes
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Facilities

Toilets
Picnic area
Accessible toilet

Contact us

Wild Seas Centre
Contact number: 01929 481044
Contact email: Kimmeridge@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk