BEST FOR…ROCKPOOLING
Wembury Beach, Devon
As seasoned rockpoolers, my family and I know that if the tide’s out, Wembury’s in. This National Trust-managed beach in south Devon has long been regarded as one of the best places in the country to see all the seashore favourites. Cushion starfish, worm pipefish, shrimp, blennies and the feisty velvet swimming crab are just a few of the regulars living in, under and around the rocky shoreline here in this special Marine Conservation Area.
You might also see more unusual inhabitants. Wembury remains the setting for our top ever rockpool find so far – a squat lobster, discovered during one of the regular Seashore Safari events held here.
The expert team at Wembury Marine Centre organises regular events such as this to help people learn more about the curious creatures that live around these parts (in the rockpools, that is). There are also snorkel safaris and even night-time rockpooling sessions.
Stephen Hussey,
