Wembury Bay has long been recognised for its amazing rocky shore environment. In fact, Wembury is often found on the list of the top rockpooling spots in the UK.
Devon Wildlife Trust's expert team are running a series of guided rockpool safaris where you'll meet and learn about some of Wembury's most famous inhabitants, from crabs to starfish and everything in between. Please note: no dogs are permitted at any of these events.
Rockpool Safari
This event is open to all ages, but all children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Please wear wellington boots or other suitable sturdy shoes which can get wet and please leave your rockpool nets at home, as we follow the Seashore Code and use our hands and buckets instead (tubs provided). This event involves walking over seaweed covered slippery rocks and is suitable for families, children, adults and beginners.
This event is open to all ages, but all children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Please wear wellington boots or other suitable sturdy shoes which can get wet and please leave your rockpool nets at home, as we follow the Seashore Code and use our hands and buckets instead (tubs provided). This event involves walking over seaweed covered slippery rocks and is suitable for families, children, adults and beginners.
Tots and Toddlers Rockpool Safari
Join the team on an extremely low tide to explore Wembury’s most amazing rockpools, rarely uncovered by the tide. This event is an introduction to rockpooling, aimed at preschool aged children (4 years and under) and all children must be accompanied by an adult. This event will involve walking over slippery seaweed covered rocks
Join the team on an extremely low tide to explore Wembury’s most amazing rockpools, rarely uncovered by the tide. This event is an introduction to rockpooling, aimed at preschool aged children (4 years and under) and all children must be accompanied by an adult. This event will involve walking over slippery seaweed covered rocks
Night-time Rockpool Safari
Join the team for an exciting night-time rockpool safari at Wembury Beach. Expert staff and volunteers will take you on a guided rock pool safari by torch light to meet some of Wembury's most famous inhabitants and see what they get up to after dark! This event involves walking over seaweed covered slippery rocks. Spaces are limited and booking is essential.
Join the team for an exciting night-time rockpool safari at Wembury Beach. Expert staff and volunteers will take you on a guided rock pool safari by torch light to meet some of Wembury's most famous inhabitants and see what they get up to after dark! This event involves walking over seaweed covered slippery rocks. Spaces are limited and booking is essential.
Extreme Rockpool Safari
Join the team on an extremely low tide to explore Wembury’s most amazing rock pools, rarely uncovered by the tide at this guided rockpool safari. The event is suitable for children aged 7+ and all children must be accompanied by a paying adult. This event will involve walking a good distance over very slippery seaweed covered rocks and in deeper rockpools.
Join the team on an extremely low tide to explore Wembury’s most amazing rock pools, rarely uncovered by the tide at this guided rockpool safari. The event is suitable for children aged 7+ and all children must be accompanied by a paying adult. This event will involve walking a good distance over very slippery seaweed covered rocks and in deeper rockpools.
Adults Rockpool Safari
Join Devon Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers for an adults only guided tour of some of the best rockpools in the UK. This event involves walking over seaweed covered slippery rocks.
Join Devon Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers for an adults only guided tour of some of the best rockpools in the UK. This event involves walking over seaweed covered slippery rocks.
DATES
• Tuesday 6 August, 13:00–14:30 (Rockpool Safari)
• Thursday 8 August, 14:00–15:30 (Rockpool Safari)
• Sunday 18 August, 10:30–11:30 (Tots and Toddlers Rockpool Safari)
• Sunday 18 August, 22:00–23:30 (Night-time Rockpool Safari)
• Thursday 22 August, 13:00–15:00 (Extreme Rockpool Safari)
• Friday 23 August, 13:30–15:30 (Extreme Rockpool Safari)
• Sunday 25 August, 15:00–16:30 (Rockpool Safari)
• Sunday 1 September, 11:00–12:30 (Rockpool Safari)
• Sunday 1 September, 22:00–23:30 (Night-time Rockpool Safari)
• Thursday 5 September, 13:00–14:30 (Adults Rockpool Safari)
• Sunday 22 September, 14:00–15:30 (Rcokpool Safari)
• Sunday 29 September, 10:00–11:00 (Tots and Toddlers Rockpool Safari)
• Sunday 29 September, 22:00–23:30 (Night-time Rockpool Safari)
• Thursday 8 August, 14:00–15:30 (Rockpool Safari)
• Sunday 18 August, 10:30–11:30 (Tots and Toddlers Rockpool Safari)
• Sunday 18 August, 22:00–23:30 (Night-time Rockpool Safari)
• Thursday 22 August, 13:00–15:00 (Extreme Rockpool Safari)
• Friday 23 August, 13:30–15:30 (Extreme Rockpool Safari)
• Sunday 25 August, 15:00–16:30 (Rockpool Safari)
• Sunday 1 September, 11:00–12:30 (Rockpool Safari)
• Sunday 1 September, 22:00–23:30 (Night-time Rockpool Safari)
• Thursday 5 September, 13:00–14:30 (Adults Rockpool Safari)
• Sunday 22 September, 14:00–15:30 (Rcokpool Safari)
• Sunday 29 September, 10:00–11:00 (Tots and Toddlers Rockpool Safari)
• Sunday 29 September, 22:00–23:30 (Night-time Rockpool Safari)
Please visit the Devon Wildlife Trust website for full details and to book a place.
Contact Coral Smith for any queries (email: info@wemburymarinecentre.org / tel: 01752 862538).
Wembury Marine Centre
Wembury in South Devon is a magnet for wildlife – its rocky cliffs are home to nesting seabirds and the rocky shore, slate reefs and massive wave-cut platforms provide one of the UK’s best spots for marine life. Wembury and the surrounding coastline form a Marine Conservation Area (MCA) and a Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Wembury Marine Centre is the ideal place to learn about the surrounding area and its wildlife through interactive displays, regular rockpool and snorkel safaris, and other marine themed events. The Centre is managed by Devon Wildlife Trust on behalf of a partnership of funders including the University of Plymouth Marine Institute.
Visit the Wembury Marine Centre website for further information.