Summer of play - Rock-pooling at Birling Gap
Dive into the mysterious world of marine creatures and discover the hidden secrets of the rock pools on the beach at Birling Gap.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
As the tide goes out, the secrets of the sea are revealed in the rock pools left behind. Clamber, crouch, peer and scoop on a rock-strewn beach, to discover wonders in your private pocket of ocean life. Exploring the wonders of a rock pool is no. 37 on the list of ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’.
Pick up your free explorer pack from our visitor centre and head down to the beach for a fun filled family adventure.
Please note - This activity is only available during low tide. Check tide times in advance of visiting.
Times
The basics
- Suitability
Suitable for children aged 4+ accompanied by an adult.
- Meeting point
Pick up your free explorer pack from our visitor centre before heading to the beach.
- What to bring and wear
The rock pools can be slippery so wear suitable footwear when rock-pooling.
- Accessibility
Access to the beach is via the viewing platform and 55 steps.
- Other
This activity is only available during low tide. Check tide times in advance of visiting.
Upcoming events
Squire, Parson and Shepherd - What life was like living on the Downs
Join us on this guided walk on the Seven Sisters which takes us on a journey through peoples lives on the Downs. A fascinating insight into days gone by.
RAF Friston – Spitfires and Spies (Commemorating VJ Day)
Starting at Crowlink car park, join us on this guided walk to learn about the history of RAF Friston and how it grew from an emergency airstrip into a front-line fighter station during WW2. PLEASE NOTE - This walk is now SOLD OUT
Coastguards, Smuggling and Shipwrecks
"Brandy for the parson, baccy for the clerk”. Join us for this guided walk on the Seven Sisters and hear about tales of smuggling at Crowlink and the history of the Coastguard station. PLEASE NOTE - this walk is now SOLD OUT.
To Belle Tout Lighthouse
Join us on a walk to Belle Tout Lighthouse where we will be shining a light on the last 3,000 years of human settlement along the way. A fascinating insight into days gone by.