Rock Pooling and Fossil Hunting Walk at Fort Victoria (Paid Event)

Thu May 16 2024 at 10:30 am to 12:00 pm UTC+01:00

Fort Victoria Country Park | Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight Walking Festival
Publisher/HostIsle of Wight Walking Festival
Rock Pooling and Fossil Hunting Walk at Fort Victoria (Paid Event)
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Explore Fort Victoria beach with a Ranger! The Ranger will be going rock pooling and fossil hunting, searching for sea creatures.
About this Event

Rock Pooling and Fossil Hunting Walk at Fort Victoria - 1 Mile

Come and explore Fort Victoria beach with a Ranger! The Ranger will be going rock pooling and fossil hunting, searching for shells, crabs, fish, anemones and sea creatures!


Length of walk: 1 Miles (approx 1.5 hours)

Walk Leader: Anita Matheson

Walk Cost: £2 each or £5 per family - please bring exact cash on the day.

Start / Finish location: Meet outside of the Rangers Office at Fort Victoria (next to the toilets). Fort Victoria, Westhill Ln, Yarmouth PO41 0RR.

Type of Walk: Circular

Pace of Walk: Gentle - This walk will follow a gentle pace.

Walk grade: Easy - Mainly flat walking, on paths with good surfaces. No stiles, none or few steps.

Mobility level: Suitable for a person with sufficient mobility to climb a flight of steps but would benefit from fixtures and fittings to aid balance.

Facilities:

  • Refreshments available
  • Toilets along the route
  • Family friendly
  • Takes in coastal scenery
  • Beach / Rockpool exploration

Nearest Bus Stop:

Norton Grange (number 7). Check your route: islandbuses.info

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Fort Victoria Country Park, Yarmouth, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom

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