Burrow Farm Gardens
23 April 2026
A truly beautiful 10 acre garden with unusual plants and stunning views. You will also find a tearoom, gift shop and nursery here.
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23 April 2026
A truly beautiful 10 acre garden with unusual plants and stunning views. You will also find a tearoom, gift shop and nursery here.
A great day out for all the family. Come and feed the ornimental ducks and geese on their ponds or see other exotic birds like cranes, kookaburras and hornbills. You can also see zebras, tiny chipmunks and meercats (to name a few) With a cafe and free parking its a great place to visit.
This part of the coastline is well known for its fossils - visit the centre to learn how to find some fossils of your own and view the collections that have been gathered over the years. If you fancy, a guided walk can be arranged from the centre.
This privately owned museum is situated within a grade 1 listed building which was once a church. With a huge array of fossils and exhibitions it is well worth a visit. Please check their website for opening times.
This aquarium offers an interactive experience for all it's visitors, giving a truly hands on feel to your visit! A great family attraction.
Built on the site of the fossilist Mary Annings home, as you would expect this museum is jam packed full of all things fossil. You can join a fossil walk, take a tour of the museum or learn how to polish a fossil, there's always lots of events taking place.
A chance to look at all aspects of fossils, from arranged walks to informative talks and fossil sales - you're sure to learn everything you need to know about fossils after a visit here.