WHAT: A centre dedicated to providing information on fossils, fossil hunting and the local coastal and marine wildlife.

WHERE: Lower Sea Lane, Charmouth, Dorset. DT6 6LL (01297 560772)

OPEN: Daily 10:30am-4:30pm between Easter and October, Wednesday to Sunday 10:30am-4:30pm from November to March. The centre may be also be closed at certain times if the wardens are on the beach with a school or group.

COST: Free, but donations always welcome

DETAILS: Facilities at the centre include interactive computers, hands on displays, marine tanks and a video microscope. There are regular walks and talks.

Charmouth Beach is on the doorstep and offers the chance to get out, explore and find your own fossils

FACILITIES: Ample car parking, toilets including disabled, cafe, shop