Fossils & Folklore at Robin Hoods Bay
Join us to look for Devils Toenails, Fairy Coins and Snakestones on the beach. Find out exactly what a Hag-stone is and what magical powers is it supposed to possess.
Discover the stories behind the folk names of the different marine fossils that can be found at Robin Hoods Bay before heading out for a short stroll on the beach with our staff to look for some of your own. This hour long family friendly session is suitable for children age 6 and above, all children must be accompanied by an adult. £3.50 per child.
Please note:
- Please meet upstairs in the Old Coastguard Station exhibition room.
- Sturdy footwear and appropriate clothing for the weather conditions on the day. Fossil hammers are not required and we ask that they are not used during the event.
- A ramp is available on request to access the Old Coastguard Station, there is a lift to the 1st floor. The beach is accessed down a cobbled slipway and comprises of a rocky foreshore with rough terrain. See access statement on website.
- Suitable for Children age 6+, all children must be accompanied by an adult.
- There will be a short introductory talk inside before going onto the beach to look for fossils.
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Join us to look for Devils Toenails, Fairy Coins and Snakestones on the beach. Find out exactly what a Hag-stone is and what magical powers is it supposed to possess.
Discover the stories behind the folk names of the different marine fossils that can be found at Robin Hoods Bay before heading out for a short stroll on the beach with our staff to look for some of your own. This hour long family friendly session is suitable for children age 6 and above, all children must be accompanied by an adult. £3.50 per child.
Please note:
- Please meet upstairs in the Old Coastguard Station exhibition room.
- Sturdy footwear and appropriate clothing for the weather conditions on the day. Fossil hammers are not required and we ask that they are not used during the event.
- A ramp is available on request to access the Old Coastguard Station, there is a lift to the 1st floor. The beach is accessed down a cobbled slipway and comprises of a rocky foreshore with rough terrain. See access statement on website.
- Suitable for Children age 6+, all children must be accompanied by an adult.
- There will be a short introductory talk inside before going onto the beach to look for fossils.
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