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WED 21 AUG

Coasty Creations at the Old Coastguard Station

Old Coastguard Station, Robin Hood's Bay

Run by: National Trust North Yorkshire

Beachcombing art.

clock11:00–13:00

Suitable for any age

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Beach panels

ROBERT PARKIN

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Join local artist Rob Parkin to go beachcombing and create artwork from the treasures you find.

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Other Dates

This activity also runs on these dates:

  1. Fri 23 Aug 11:00–13:00

Cost

£3 per panel. This small charge helps us meet the cost of running this event. Any profits go towards managing and conserving our beautiful coast and countryside places.

Venue

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Old Coastguard Station

The Dock, Robin Hood's Bay, YO22 4SJ

www.nationaltrust.org.uk

About this location

The National Trust's visitor centre at the edge of the sea in Robin Hood's Bay village. Try hands on models and browse Show more… fascinating, colourful displays. Find out what makes this part of the North Yorkshire Coast so special, from its distinctive geology and the impact of the elements, to local wildlife and the secret history of smuggling.

Gaze into the rockpool tank to spot shore crabs, hermit crabs, blennies, winkles, sea anemones, prawns and other creatures - all discovered in the rockpools just outside the centre.

Visitors can learn about what work the National Trust's Rangers are carrying out on our countryside sites or find out more about other places to visit locally. Regular events are held throughout the year, including art exhibitions, treasure trails and rockpool safaris.

The Old Coastguard Station's shop has a range of gifts, books and National Trust products. National Trust membership can also be purchased, with proceeds contributing to the upkeep of the Old Coastguard Station and the beautiful coastline surrounding it.
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The National Trust's visitor centre at the edge of the sea in Robin Hood's Bay village. Try hands on models and browse fascinating, colourful displays. Find out what makes this part of the North Yorkshire Coast so special, from its distinctive geology and the impact of the elements, to local wildlife and the secret history of smuggling.

Gaze into the rockpool tank to spot shore crabs, hermit crabs, blennies, winkles, sea anemones, prawns and other creatures - all discovered in the rockpools just outside the centre.

Visitors can learn about what work the National Trust's Rangers are carrying out on our countryside sites or find out more about other places to visit locally. Regular events are held throughout the year, including art exhibitions, treasure trails and rockpool safaris.

The Old Coastguard Station's shop has a range of gifts, books and National Trust products. National Trust membership can also be purchased, with proceeds contributing to the upkeep of the Old Coastguard Station and the beautiful coastline surrounding it.

Contact

This activity is organised and run by National Trust North Yorkshire.

Please register in advance.

Book your place on 01947 885900.

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