Eastbourne Fossils: A Soaking Success! ️
So the weather forecast wasn’t exactly beach-perfect for our Eastbourne fossil hunting trip, but hey, did that stop us? Absolutely not! Our intrepid crew arrived bright and early, brimming with enthusiasm (and maybe a few waterproof jackets ).
We set off along the Eastbourne coast, with Beachy Head beckoning in the distance. Despite the rain, the spirit of discovery was high. Thankfully, the cliffs at Eastbourne are a treasure trove for fossil hunters, and it wasn’t long before everyone started spotting these amazing pieces of history!
From ammonites to sea urchins, the chalk yielded its secrets, and our bags steadily filled with fascinating finds. We unearthed a variety of ammonites, including the fascinating mantiliceras, calycoceras, and fagesia. A few urchins also made an appearance. And for the truly lucky fossil hunter, a dwardius shark tooth was a thrilling discovery!
The rain may have tried to dampen our spirits, but the thrill of unearthing a prehistoric wonder was infectious! And guess what? Just as we were wrapping things up, the clouds parted and the sun peeked through! It was the perfect ending to a fantastic fossil hunting adventure.
Big thanks to everyone who joined in – the rain or shine couldn’t stop us from having a brilliant time. And of course, a huge shout out to Eastbourne’s incredible geology for providing such a rich fossil hunting ground!
