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.

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🏛️ Exhibition: Changing Landscapes

Celebrate 25 years of the Jurassic Coast as a World Heritage Site. Discover fossils, a Jurassic seabed model, short films about coastal change, and a fossil touch table.
Come and explore how this remarkable coastline has changed over millions of years—and how it’s still changing today.

👉 Find out more about the exhibition

TALK: Unseen & Underground: Why Our Geographical Heritage Matters

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

Explore West Bay’s history, geology, and wildlife through hands-on displays and local stories. It’s the perfect starting point to learn about the Jurassic Coast and its natural wonders.
👉 Discover more about our permanent displays