Fine Foundation Marine Centre
Country Park/Nature Reserve
Kimmeridge
Wareham
Dorset
BH20 5PF
Tel: +44 01929 481044
Kimmeridge Bay lies within the Purbeck Marine Wildlife Reserve and boasts the best rockpooling and safest snorkelling site in Dorset!
Pop into the marine centre near the boat slipway and try your hand at fossil rubbing, sustainable fishing and learn about strandline treasures washed up on the shore. Peer inside eight different fish tanks housing native fish, corals, crabs and anemones and during the summer season, watch the surprise viewings of underwater Kimmeridge via the live seabed camera! There's even an opportunity to control the camera with an interactive joystick!
Dorset Wildlife Trust wardens educate and enthuse visitors in caring for the diverse marine environment, ensuring it remains as exquisite today as it will in years to come.
New for 2011 - join a guided tour in a glass-bottom kayak. Available on Tuesdays until the 6th September 2011.
Opening Times
| Open All Year |
|---|
| Spring/summer opening - school holidays (01/04/2011 - 30/09/2012) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Tuesday | 10:30 | 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:30 | 17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:30 | 17:00 |
| Friday | 10:30 | 17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:30 | 17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:30 | 17:00 |
| Bank Holiday | 10:30 | 17:00 |
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Free | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
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