Biofluorescence rockpool safari - Heysham

A crab in a rockpool, illuminated by UV light

Biofluorescence rockpool safari - Heysham

Location:
Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay Car Park, Smithy Lane, Heysham, Morecambe , Lancashire, LA3 2QH
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Discover hidden magic whilst using ultraviolet (UV) torches to explore the rockpools after dark!

Event details

Meeting point

Half Moon Bay

Date

Time
4:30pm - 6:30pm
A static map of Biofluorescence rockpool safari - Heysham

About the event

We’ll be heading out on a nighttime rock pool adventure to experience nature in a whole new light. Using UV torches, we’ll uncover a hidden side of the shoreline as crabs, seaweeds and other marine life reveal unexpected glowing colours. 

This incredible phenomenon, known as biofluorescence, occurs when certain organisms absorb light and re-emit it at different wavelengths, creating vibrant fluorescent displays that are usually invisible to the human eye.

Booking

Price

Free

Suitable for

Families, Adults

Know before you go

Dogs

Assistance dogs only

Public site, so other dogs may be present. 

Mobility

We will be walking on uneven ground at night (on the beach and around rockpools)

What to bring

Please dress in warm, weather-appropriate clothing. We will be moving slowly and staying still, so layers and warm clothes are recommended. Wellies or walking boots are recommended. 

We will be providing UV torches, but suggest bringing a torch (ideally a head-torch with a red light setting).

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Parking information

Pay-and-display car park at Half Moon Bay

Contact us

Kat Mayer
Contact number: 07483543187
Contact email: kmayer@edenproject.com