Rockpool Rummage at Old Coastguard Station
Visit us at the Old Coastguard Station in Robin Hood's Bay for rockpooling on the beach!
- Booking essential
- Admission applies
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.
For ages 6 years+. £3.00 per child. Limited places, so booking is essential. Call 01947 885900.
Refreshments available at the Old Coastguard Station.
Please note: Sturdy footwear & appropriate outdoor clothing.
Meet upstairs in the Old Coastguard Station, The Dock, Robin Hoods Bay. No parking or car access in the lower village. Parking at Pay-and-display car parks at the top of the village.
The beach is accessed via a steep downhill walk through the village then a cobbled ramp or steps. Uneven surfaces on the beach.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 01947 885900 to pre-book your place, then payment is taken on the day. Cash only.
- Suitability
for aged 6+, children must be 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.
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