Beachcombing

holding crab

With sand between our toes, we combed the Charmouth beach. Searching for fossils and sea glass.

paddling

We found plenty of sea glass, crystals and fossils. Just perfect for future crafting projects.

So focused on searching for sea glass, I had to remind myself to look up and take in the view.

green shore crabThe children were thrilled to find little crabs scuttling among the pebbles.

holding the green crab

Irresistible to pick one or two up for a closer  look.

shield bug

Red legged shield bugs. Usually found in forests. Curiously scuttling over the sand.

Charmouth beach

 A perfect few hours, enjoying this part of the Jurassic coast. Can we go again? Let’s hope we don’t leave it another three years.

Joining in with Coombe Mill’s #CountryKids linky. Pop on over for more fun outdoor ideas. Have you been out and about this week?

20 comments

    1. I couldn’t stop them if I tried! They picked them up so carefully, not wanting to harm the crabs or their own fingers.

  1. We’re huge fans of beachcombing – it makes a trip to the beach so much fun for kids no matter what the weather.

  2. Fabulous, what a gorgeous, and interesting beach! Love the tiny crab 🙂 My lot would love a beach like that. #CountryKids

    1. It does make a great place to visit. I’m sure your children would love it….shame it’s a bit far for you!

    1. Invasive species to our coasts, from what I read, but that doesn’t stop them being fascinating to see close up.

  3. Ah, I do love a day bimbling on a bach; such lovely photos

    I really must see if I can borrow my new ‘step grandkids to be’ for a trip to the coast!

  4. Oh a second post from the jurassic coast! Love this section of the British coastline, it holds a special place in my heart as my great aunt used to live in Bridport and had a painting of Golden Cap on her living room wall. Beautiful photos and I love that little green crab, he’s a cutie.

    NIpping over from Country Kids.

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