Face Painting, Snorkel Trail, Raffle & Tombola, Entry to The Etches Collection Museum, Trader and Exhibitor Stalls, Hands on Activities, Competitions & Workshops, Fossil Handling, Fossil Identification, Book Signings, Meet a Paleontologist Q&A Sessions, Guided History and Bay Tours, Beach Cleans, Festival Food & More!
Have an annual pass for The Etches Collection?
Existing annual pass holders for The Etches Collection Museum of Jurassic Marine Life can purchase a event upgrade for £2 per person. Annual pass must NOT be older then August 22nd 2025 and MUST be shown on arrival to be valid.
Entry to The Etches Collection Museum included in all ticket types. This is a one off day pass and will not get you an annual pass for The Etches Collection Museum of Jurassic Marine Life. Ticket revenue will go towards our wonderful museum so we can continue to protect, preserve, educate and inspire!
Please note to park in our designated event parking located in the near by fields. If you require disabled parking use Clavell's car park, The Etches Collection car park or use our drop off point. Disabled parking space is limited.
Kimmeridge bay is private land so it's £6 per vehicle at a toll hut then the car park itself is free. The toll hut price is not included with event ticket.
*All children under the age of 17 must be accompanied by a paying adult
Dogs are not permitted at the event unless registered assistance dogs. See our policy here: Plan your visit — The Etches Collection
You will receive a confirmation email which will be your ticket which you can either print or show digitally on the day of the event. If you have any questions please send these to info@theetchescollection.org
If for any unforseen circumstances the event is cancelled you will be offered a refund. Tickets are otherwise non-refundable but if you have any issues with your booking please contact us with at least 48 hours notice.