– A brand new, permanent fossil trail to launch in Weymouth this half term, bringing prehistoric wonders to life –
Weymouth is set to make history—literally! We Are Weymouth, the town’s Business Improvement District (BID), is thrilled to introduce phase one of the Weymouth Fossil Trail, an exciting and educational permanent installation showcasing the region’s incredible Jurassic heritage. Launching just in time for February half-term, the trail will be officially unveiled on Saturday 15th February, inviting visitors and locals alike to embark on a fossil-hunting adventure through the heart of the town. Follow the trail, scan the QR codes and learn awesome facts about our Jurassic past.
Featuring nine unique installations, the trail celebrates fossils of all shapes and sizes, offering a fascinating glimpse into the creatures that roamed Dorset millions of years ago. Free to explore, it’s a fantastic way for families, history enthusiasts, and day-trippers to uncover fun dinosaur facts while enjoying Weymouth’s vibrant town centre. Visitors are encouraged to share their discoveries using #WeymouthFossilTrail.
Dawn Rondeau-Irvine, Chief Operations Officer at We Are Weymouth, comments: “We are beyond excited to bring this incredible installation to Weymouth. After months of planning and securing funding, we’re delighted to offer a permanent tribute to our Jurassic past. Weymouth’s connection to the Jurassic Coast is something truly special, and this trail gives visitors a chance to engage with that history in a fun and interactive way. We can’t wait to see families, school groups, and dinosaur lovers of all ages exploring the town and enjoying the experience!”
“And with the Dino Run on the beach and amazing animatronic dinosaurs roaming the town on launch day, Saturday 15th February is set to be absolutely ROAR-some!”
Follow the Fossil Trail
Designed and handcrafted by Deadwalk Designs, the Weymouth Fossil Trail can be explored at the following locations:
- Weymouth Pavilion
- Sticks & Bones, Hope Square
- The Palm House, Commercial Road
- Alexandra Gardens, The Esplanade
- The Black Dog, 3 St Mary Street
- The White Hart, New Bond Street
- Nautico Lounge, 66 St Thomas Street
- The Crown Hotel, 52 St Thomas Street
- Howleys Toymaster, 5 Frederick Place
This exciting project has been made possible thanks to the generous support of Dorset Council’s Community and Culture fund and footfall booster grant as well as the financial backing and collaborative efforts of We Are Weymouth (BID). Learn more about the trail here: https://weareweymouth.co.uk/fossil-trail-2025/
Dino Run – Join the Race!
As well as the trail officially launching, Weymouth is going dino mad with the Weymouth Dinosaur Run on Weymouth Beach and animatronic dinosaurs in Weymouth Town Centre. A truly thrilling way to kick off half term!
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Event Details:
- Date: Saturday, 15th February 2025
- Time: Registration from 11am, Warm-up at 12:45 AM, Race starts at 13:00 PM
- Location: Weymouth Beach – from the Pavilion end
Race Options:
- 5km Run: Pavilion end of Weymouth Beach to the stones at Greenhill and back (for adults).
- 2km Run: Pavilion end to the Pier Bandstand and back (for under 16s).
- 1km Run: Pavilion to the Beach Office and back (for under 11s).
- Preschooler Race: A short dash from the sand sculptures to the Pavilion.
