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Welcome to the Living Seas Centre, Flamborough
We've gone digital, but we're still here!
We want to continue to inspire ocean lovers, and those who have yet to discover our amazing coast, during the coronavirus pandemic.
We're excited to let you know that we're putting together all sorts of activities for you to enjoy from home - whether you live by the sea or miles inland! There'll be something for everyone, including schools packs and a webinar series about our work for marine wildlife up and down the Yorkshire coast.
With the safety of the public, and our staff and volunteers paramount - as well as constraints around indoor education and events - the Living Seas Centre and toilets at South Landing, Flamborough will remain closed until the end of 2020.
Check out our new webpages here!
During a visit to the Living Seas Centre you will find a wealth of information about Yorkshire's fascinating marine and coastal wildlife. Exciting events are run from the centre across the year for all ages.
Join us for a Seashore Safari, come along for an evening talk, create a marine-themed masterpiece or learn about Yorkshire's valuable shellfish! With all this on offer, the Living Seas Centre is a great place for any one, any age.
Discover the weird and wonderful creatures to be found hidden below the waves, learn how the upwelling of the Flamborough Front supports such a huge variety of life, watch locally shot video of undersea kelp forests and chalk reefs, embark on a storyboard trail around Flamborough Cliffs and find out how we can all do our bit for marine wildlife all whilst enjoying a cup of tea or an ice cream. Like the Living Seas Centre on Facebook.
Plan your visit
Opening times
We've gone digital, but we're still here!
With the safety of the public, our staff and volunteers paramount - as well as constraints around indoor education and events - the Living Seas Centre and toilets at South Landing, Flamborough will remain closed until the end of 2020.
Please keep checking this page for ideas and activities for your trips to the beach and at home.
Prices
It is free to visit the Living Seas Centre and we welcome donations to help keep the centre running. Profit from any sales made at the Living Seas Centre, such as hot drinks, are ploughed straight back in to our fantastic conservation work here in Yorkshire.
Certain events run from the Living Seas Centre are free while for others there will be a small charge. Again, alongside donations, all money from events are put straight back in to our conservation work in Yorkshire.
Where to find us
Address
Living Seas Centre, South Sea Road (South), Flamborough, East Riding of Yorkshire, YO15 1AE
Contact
Telephone: 01262 422103 Email: livingseas@ywt.org.uk
How to get to the Living Seas Centre
The Living Seas Centre is located at South Landing, Flamborough.
By car
- From Bridlington take the B1255 towards Flamborough and as you enter the village, follow the signs to South Landing.
- From Scarborough take the A165 towards Bridlington. At the Dotterel Roundabout take the 1st exit towards Flamborough.
By public transport
- The nearest railway stations are Bridlington (4 miles) or Bempton (3.5 miles).
- The nearest bus stop is in Flamborough village (3/4 mile) which is served by EYMS bus route 510 (Bridlington to Flamborough).
Car parking
There is ample parking available for both cars and coaches right outside the Living Seas Centre. Parking is controlled by East Riding of Yorkshire Council and charges apply as below:
60p for the 1st hour; then 80p per additional hour or £2.90 all day.
You can also purchase an East Riding of Yorkshire Council wide car parking day ticket for £5.40. This will allow parking in any ERYC Long Stay car park on day of purchase. Other ERYC car parks near to the Living Seas Centre include Flamborough Head, Danes Dyke and Sewerby, alongside several car parks in Bridlington.
Coaches are charged at £7.50.
What to bring
Whilst the Living Seas Centre is warm and dry, much of what you'll be enjoying is outdoors on the coast so come dressed for the weather! Wellies or sturdy, water-tight shoes are suggested, particularly for activities such as Seashore Safaris, and warm waterproof clothes are essential as it can get quite breezy out on the beach. If it is a sunny day, don’t forget to bring a hat and sun cream.
Facilities
- Shop - Browse and buy a fabulous selection of nature-inspired gifts. Profit from any sales made at our visitor centres are ploughed straight back in to our fantastic conservation work here in Yorkshire.
- Light refreshments - enjoy hot and cold drinks, snacks and of course an ice-cream!
- Toilets (including disabled access)
What to enjoy
Have a 'whale' of a time!
Come have a play with our interactive displays and activity stations! We also have daily art and craft activities, colouring sheets, books and microscopes complete with numerous marine artefacts gathered from the beach at South Landing. We actively encourage families with children to get involved and ask questions about our fantastic local wildlife – and we’ll do our best to answer them!
Special events for all ages
We run events year round. Check out www.ywt.org.uk/events to see what we have going on or download our 2020 events guide from the 'Events at the Living Seas Centre, tab.
Seashore Safaris
Held regularly at the weekends and school holidays all year round, you'll be guided by our expert Living Seas team as you discover the marine wildlife that lives in the rockpools at South Landing on a Seashore Safari (starting at the Living Seas Centre). A member of the Living Seas Team will help give you a glimpse into the secret lives of weird and wonderful creatures such as beadlet anemones, shannies and crabs.
Home Education Connection
Designed especially for home-schooled families these monthly sessions span a wonderful array of subject areas with a different theme each month, from coastal geology to marine biology. All 2020 sessions are listed in our 2020 events guide.
Hiring the Living Seas Centre
The Living Seas Centre is available to hire (subject to availability) for private groups/sessions.
Facilities include: A computer linked to large screen and internet; seating for 25 (seated only) or 15 working on tables; toilet facilities; hot drinks and light refreshments (for sale); and basic microscopes. A staff member will also be on hand to open up and close down the LSC.
Hire is available weekdays and evenings only and not during July and August, though some evenings may be available. The LSC is not available for hire daytime during weekends.
Call 01262 422103 or email livingseas@ywt.org.uk
Events at the Living Seas Centre
Living Seas Centre Events Guide 2020
Nearby
Make a full day of your adventure and take the opportunity to explore and enjoy other wild places close by.