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Rockpool Rummage at Robin Hoods Bay

Visit us at the Old Coastguard Station in Robin Hood's Bay for Rockpooling on the beach!

  • Booking essential

Join our staff for a guided rock-pooling session looking at the fascinating creatures that make the rocky foreshore at Robin Hoods Bay their home.

Marvel at amazing anemones, spot hermit crabs carrying their house on their back and find out fascinating facts about sea slugs! This family friendly session will look at how to rockpool safely and responsibly.

What to expect:

- Arrival and registration - Brief introduction to the activity - Rockpooling Session on the Beach with National Trust staff - Round up talk at end of session

For ages 6 years+. £3.50 per child. Limited places, so booking is essential.

Refreshments available at the Old Coastguard Station.

Please note: Sturdy footwear & appropriate outdoor clothing.

The beach is accessed via a steep downhill walk through the village then a cobbled ramp or steps. Uneven surfaces on the beach.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Child Per Child£3.50

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Children are welcome when accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

Meet opposite the Old Coastguard Station at The Dock in Robin Hood's Bay.

What to bring and wear

Wellingtons or similar sturdy waterproof footwear. No sliders or flipflops. Appropriate outdoor clothing for the weather conditions on the day.

Accessibility

Parking at pay-and-display car parks at the top of the village. No parking in the lower village. The beach is accessed via a steep downhill walk through the village then a cobbled ramp or steps. Uneven surfaces on the beach.

Other

The cost of the event is £3.50 per child attending. Well behaved dogs on a lead can attend.

Contact info

Old Coastguard Station

Upcoming events

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5 Apr to 28 Aug 2025
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13:30 to 14:30
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18 Apr to 21 Apr 2025
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Geocaching at Ravenscar 

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on
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10:30 to 14:30
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Sandcastle competition at Robin Hood's Bay 

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on
29 May to 26 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 12:30
+ 1 other date or time