Discover something special
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Book a Fossil Walk
HereBook a fossil hunting walk with me and explore the incredible Dorset coast. We have some of the best locations to find fossils in the UK and I’ll teach you how to start spotting, collecting, and identifying them with confidence.
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Discover more about Dorsets Jurassic Coast
Learn moreThere is a significant amount of activity in and around the stunning coast of Dorset. Inland, there is a high density of bronze age tumuli decorating the hills, many of which are accessible for visitors. These scheduled monuments are strictly off- limits for metal detecting
This Weeks 'Find of the Week'
People, Papers & Articles
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Dr Steve Etches collecting pterosaur material from Weymouth.
We donated around 1000 pterosaur fossils, collected over many years. If you would like to read the paper you can do that Here
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Buy a copy of the first magazine (issue #4) I wrote a piece for. British Isles Beachcomber Magazine
Buy hereI am currently writing articles for this amazing beachcombing magazine. Bringing fossils and geology.... finsish
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There is no escape!
Even on our day off, we couldn’t resist. Each of us chose to meet up and do what we’re usually paid to do - study the local geology and hunt for fossils. The only difference? This time, we didn’t have 50 members of the public. A nice change of pace
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Featured specimens
Buy hereBuy your copy of A FIELD GUIDE TO THE JURASSIC FOSSILS OF THE FLEET LAGOON, DORSET - a beautifully illustrated book showcasing remarkable specimens, including many of my own fossils and photographs.
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Looking for worked flint with lithic specialist Will Attard
Identifying worked flintI have collected over 100 pieces of worked flint from the area. A few hidden hotspots overlooked by all. Mostly mesolithic and neolithic.
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Read our paper on Pterosaurs (coming soon)
"The Late Jurassic was a particularly diverse period for pterosaurs, extinct volant reptiles. Pterosaur fossil assemblages are rare, with most formations yielding sparse and limited material. Here we report on a particularly fossiliferous locality, the Smallmouth Sands beach in Weymouth, Dorset, U.K."
Useful links
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Regton Ltd – Trusted Metal Detecting Supplier
Visit siteRegton Ltd offer top-quality detectors like the XP Deus II that I use, expert advice for all experience levels. Trusted across the UK, they provide fast delivery, great prices, and reliable service.
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The Etches Collection – Museum of Jurassic Marine Life
Visit siteDiscover incredible fossils from the Jurassic period. The Etches Collection showcases stunning marine specimens from the Kimmeridge Clay, expertly curated with engaging displays for fossil enthusiasts and curious minds alike.
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Lyme Regis Museum – Fossils, History, and Heritage
Visit siteA brilliant museum where I proudly work, showcasing Lyme’s fossil heritage, Mary Anning’s legacy, and local history. A must-visit for anyone exploring the Jurassic Coast or interested in palaeontology.
