Family Fossil Hunt - May 2024

Family Fossil Hunt - May 2024

A day hunting for Jurassic fossils.

By Heritage and Culture Warwickshire

Date and time

Tue, 28 May 2024 11:00 - 14:00 GMT+1

Location

Cross Hands Quarry

A44 Moreton-in-Marsh GL56 0SP United Kingdom

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Enjoy a day fossil hunting at Cross Hands Quarry and explore our Jurassic past with the Curator of Natural Sciences Jon Radley. You can keep anything you find!

After the event, you can share pictures of your finds with us on Facebook/Twitter for identification.

Suitable for ages 7+.

All children must be accompanied by an adult. All attendees must pay.


Cancellation Policy:

· Tickets cannot be refunded or returned.

· Refunds will not be offered for non-attendance at an event.

· Tickets are not transferable and accordingly may not be sold or passed to any third party

· Free tickets can be cancelled at any time via Eventbrite.

We reserve the right to reschedule, postpone or cancel an event at any time.

In the unlikely event that we have to cancel your booking, we will offer you an alternative date where possible. If an alternative date is not possible, we will issue you a full refund for your ticket cost.

We cannot be held responsible for any other costs incurred to you due to the cancellation of an event.



Frequently asked questions

Where is the fossil hunt held?

The fossil hunt is at Cross Hands Quarry, about 5 miles from Moreton-in-Marsh in South Warwickshire.

Can I bring younger children?

Due to the nature of the site, we do not recommend this event for children under the age of 7. All children must be supervised.

What do I need to bring?

We will provide tools, safety goggles and specimen bags for the fossil hunt. Please bring a packed lunch and suitable clothing for the weather. You are also welcome to bring a camera.

What should I wear?

The fossil hunt takes place outside at an exposed site, so please dress suitably for the weather. We recommend you wear comfortable clothes and sturdy shoes and bring a raincoat, sun hat and sun cream.

What if it rains?

This is an outdoor event and will only be cancelled in the event of an extreme weather forecast. Please dress appropriately for the weather.

Is there a café on site?

No, please bring a packed lunch. Please note that there are no indoor lunch facilities.

Is there a toilet at the quarry?

Yes, there is a toilet available to use on site.

Will I find a dinosaur fossil?

Cross Hands Quarry is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and is rich in fossils from the Jurassic period. During this period, Warwickshire was under a shallow sea, so we can't promise a dinosaur but everyone will find a fossil!

Is the site accessible for those with limited mobility?

The ground at the quarry is uneven and the event will involve walking/climbing up spoil heaps, so we do not recommend it for those with limited mobility.

Organised by

Heritage and Culture Warwickshire

Heritage and Culture Warwickshire run 100's of events annually across the county for children and adults to discover their heritage, have fun and learn something new. There is something for everyone including walks, talks and tours that celebrate our history, crafty workshops, school sessions, one-off events marking special occasions and new exhibitions which highlight and share Warwickshire’s heritage and culture.

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