A fascinating new chapter in West Bay’s history has just been published! Mike Malley, from Garstang, Lancashire, has completed Forever Memories, telling the story of John Harris, lessee and later owner of Nos. 1 and 2 Pier Terrace in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Researching the Harris family Read more…
Looking for free family activities this summer? Join us at West Bay Discovery Centre for a programme of fun, creative and interactive events throughout the school holidays. Whether your child enjoys dinosaurs, fossils, art or solving clues, there’s something for everyone. We’ve got a fantastic programme of family events taking Read more…
We’re delighted that the Friends of West Bay Discovery Centre have been selected to take part in Waitrose Bridport’s Community Matters Green Token Scheme this summer. If you’re shopping at Waitrose, we’d be incredibly grateful if you could pop your green token into the West Bay Discovery Centre box. Every Read more…
Over 1,200 visitors visited the West Bay Discovery Centre for a week packed with fun, and it has been wonderful to see so many families enjoying themselves while learning something new along the way. From pirate and mermaid activities to crafts, trails and games, there has been plenty to keep Read more…
The Discovery Centre’s popular Thursday morning walking programme around West Bay returns for the summer on Thursday 7 May, beginning with a special guided walk led by an Environment Agency Coastal specialist. This walk will offer a fascinating insight into how West Bay’s flood defences have been designed to protect Read more…
Last Easter, the Stampede by the Sea Trail brought a wonderful splash of colour and creativity to Bridport, West Bay and Lyme Regis, as beautifully decorated elephant sculptures formed a family-friendly trail to raise funds for Weldmar Hospicecare. One of those much-loved elephants, Ropey—named in honour of Bridport’s rich rope-making Read more…
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Jurassic Coast’s designation as a World Heritage Site, a milestone that the Discovery Centre is celebrating in the new Changing Landscapes exhibition. The exhibition invites visitors to step into the story of a coastline that has been changing for millions of years. Read more…
The Centre’s latest exhibition, Pier Terrace Through Time, has been a favourite with visitors — and runs weekends until 15th March 2026. Pier Terrace is West Bay’s most iconic building, and with 2025 marking its 140th anniversary, this feels like the perfect time to celebrate its remarkable story. Since its Read more…
📣 West Bay Discovery Centre Needs You! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to become West Bay Ambassadors and offer a warm, friendly welcome to visitors at the Discovery Centre. This opportunity is perfect for anyone who loves local history and culture and enjoys chatting with people from all walks of Read more…
We are delighted to announce two exciting new exhibitions taking place at the West Bay Discovery Centre in 2026, exploring both the ancient geological story of our coastline and the remarkable lives of people connected to West Bay’s past. Changing Landscapes From Tuesday 17 March 2026 When we return to Read more…