Big Jurassic Birthday Bash!
Date: Saturday 22nd August
Location: The Etches Collection Museum
Join us for a special Destination Kimmeridge event as we celebrate 10 incredible years of The Etches Collection Fossil Museum. This milestone is about much more than fossils, it's a celebration of Kimmeridge Village, Kimmeridge Bay, and the amazing community that makes this corner of Dorset so unique. From world-famous fossils and coastal conservation to local food, family activities, and hands-on experiences, this special event brings together everything that makes Kimmeridge unforgettable.
Get your tickets now: The Big Jurassic Birthday Bash! – The Etches Collection Shop
What to Expect at The Etches Collection Museum
Face painting
Design-a-Saur Art Competition
Clay workshop
A marketplace filled with palaeontology-related traders and artists
Single-use access to The Etches Collection Museum included with your event ticket
Meet our exhibitors and learn more about the Jurassic Coast and careers in palaeontology
Guided village history tours
Raffle and tombola
Meet the Traders
Explore our marketplace and meet a range of talented artists, authors, and makers.
Lee Brown – Paleoart
Phoebe Ginger – Paleoart
Charlotte & Hannah – Sea glass art and crochet creatures
Matthew Myerscough – Chat to the author of "In Search of Sea Dragons" and grab a singed book
Simon Hall – Chat to the author of "" and grab a signed book
Elle Harvey – Handmade palaeontology-inspired jewellery
Devon Fox – Palaeontology and sea-themed homeware
Karen Fawcett – Paleoart
More traders to be announced.
Meet the Exhibitors
Our exhibitors will be taking over the village throughout the day.
Lyme Regis Museum
Charmouth Heritage Coast Centre
Smiling Seas
Dorset Wildlife Trust
University of Portsmouth
What to Expect at Kimmeridge Bay
Discover the natural wonders of Kimmeridge Bay with activities for all ages.
Visit the Wild Seas Centre and learn about the incredible marine life found in Kimmeridge waters
Join a beach clean organised by Smiling Seas
Explore a art exhibition
Meet Bay Rangers and Fossil Experts to learn about both ancient and modern marine life
Food & Refreshments
A range of food and drink options will be available throughout the event.
Clavell's Restaurant
Boat on the Bay
Purbeck Ice Cream
Event BBQ
Festival-themed snacks and drinks
Event Support
A huge thank you to the organisations and businesses supporting our Birthday Celebration. Your generosity helps make this community event possible.
Coca-Cola
Clavell's Restaurant
Dorset Wildlife Trust
Interested in Becoming a Sponsor?
We're always keen to hear from organisations and businesses interested in supporting this event.
Please contact Emily Ford at emily.ford@theetchescollection.org for more information.