About the event

Come along to The Naze to discover why our cliffs are so special. See a collection of local fossils, including some huge shark teeth! 

Hear all about The Naze geology with our introductory talk, led by one of our knowledgeable Wilder Learning team. Next, we'll head to the beach for a group fossil hunt, where our friendly leaders will be on hand to help, guiding you with best places to look and identifying any finds.  

This is a family session, everyone will need a ticket. You may like to bring a bag to take your treasures home in. 

We'll go out whatever the weather, so please ensure you bring plenty of warm and waterproof layers, and wear footwear for a mucky clay beach, e.g. wellington boots, hiking boots or old trainers.

Can't make this event? We have lots of awesome family fun events for the festive period planned - find another event here!

FAQs

🎫 Who needs a ticket?

All children and adults participating will require a ticket to attend.

📍Where do we meet?

 Find our friendly Wilder Learning team inside the Naze Nature Discovery Centre.

🌍Where are you based?

We are located just north of Walton on the Naze, a coastal town in North Essex.

🚗Is there parking?

The car park is managed by Tendring District Council and parking charges apply. 

🚆Can we get to you on public transport? 

We are a five-minute walk from the end of the line for Route 7 Konectbuses in Essex and Suffolk. The train station is approximately 1.5miles walk along the seafront.

☕ Is there a café?

The visitor centre has a shop and café serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, ice cream, and light lunches. 

🚻Are there toilets?

Yes, there is a toilet located inside the Nature Discovery Centre.

🐕‍🦺Can we bring a dog?

Assistance dogs are welcome at our events.

♿Is it wheelchair accessible? 

The Naze is an area of relatively flat grassland with short mown grass paths and may be suitable for some wheelchairs. The beach is accessed via steep stairs and is not accessible for wheelchairs.   

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