There’s always something new to discover at West Bay Discovery Centre! Alongside our fascinating permanent displays, we host free exhibitions, guided walks, talks, and family-friendly events — so every visit is a new adventure.

New Exhibition: Changing Landscapes

Discover how the Jurassic Coast has changed through time.

Our Changing Landscapes exhibition celebrates 25 years of the Jurassic Coast as a World Heritage Site. Explore fossils including ammonites, see a model Jurassic seabed, watch short films about coastal change, and try the fossil touch table.

A great visit for curious minds of all ages.

Talk: “Unseen & Underground. Why our geographical heritage matters”

Part of Our Changing Landscape Exhibition

Part of the New Changing Landscape Exhibition

Join us for a fascinating evening talk celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site.

Geologist Sam Scriven explores how the hidden world beneath our feet shapes the landscapes we see every day—often in ways we don’t even realise. With a special focus on West Dorset, this engaging talk reveals the powerful influence of geology on our natural and built environment.

📅 Date: Thursday 30 April
🕖 Time: 7:00pm
📍 Location: The Salt House, West Bay, DT6 4HB
🎟 Tickets: £5.00

Tickets available from Bridport Tourist Information Centre

Come along to discover the unseen forces that have shaped our iconic coastline and countryside.

Permanent Exhibition

Learn about West Bay’s history, geology, and wildlife through engaging hands-on and audio-visual displays. Great for all ages, it’s the perfect place to start your Jurassic Coast adventure!

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