Sandsend – Private Hire Fossil Safari

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Date/Time
Date(s) - 3 March 2023 - 31 December 2026
10:00 am - 6:30 pm

Location
Sandsend

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Sandsend is an often overlooked fossil location, as the main beach and cliff sites are unproductive during most conditions. With a guided tour away from the main beach there’s some very interesting things to be found and seen, including jet and alum mines, and some of the Coast’s most productive locations for Harpoceras ammonites, marine reptiles and Jet. Private tour itineraries include the pyrite fossil localities around Sandsend Ness and the long but spectacular itinerary to Kettleness. These private tours are tailored to the specific abilities, timings and objectives of each group and always consider the specific access requirements of this location, with consideration for extreme weather events.

Due to monthly tidal variations, it is not always possible to embark on Sandsend Tours, particularly during winter hours.

PLEASE NOTE: As of Summer 2024, this location is not available due to compromised access and safety concerns except under special circumstances. The metal stairway was damaged by 2024 storms and is structurally unsound. Multiple rescues have took place here in 2024. General public access is not recommended.

Private tours costs are

1-6 people – 3-4 hour itinerary = Cost £175

7-11 people  – 3-4 hour itinerary = Cost £250

12-16 people  – 3-4 hour itinerary = Cost £350

(longer schedules available)

Get in touch to discuss what’s possible for a chosen location or date range. We’ll advise on options that will be best suited to you.

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