Shark Egg Case Hunts: Spurn Point

Become a citizen scientist for the day, and join us for EGG-citing Shark Egg Case Hunts at Spurn Point Nature Reserve, in partnership with the Yorkshire Wildlife Trust! These events are FREE of charge for both adults and children to take part.

Help us by getting involved and raising awareness of our native sharks and rays. Data recorded from these events is submitted to The Shark Trust as part of their Great Eggcase Hunt campaign, helping to pin-point exactly where sharks and skates are laying on the UK coastline and build a clearer understanding of species presence and diversity.

The dates this year are the 12th & 19th April 2025, running from 11am to 1pm. 

Useful Information:

• Take a look at our Downloadable Resources for plenty of top tips, plus a shark egg case identification and recording sheet to bring with you!
• This event takes place outside so sturdy and waterproof footwear or wellies are recommended. If it’s a cold day, remember to wrap up warm.
• Please meet at the Spurn Discovery Centre picnic area, in plenty of time before the event kicks off at 11am.
• There are toilets, including an accessible toilet, and baby changing facilities on site.
• There is also a café, picnic area and shop at the site.
• Parking is £5 per car for all day parking, or free of charge for Yorkshire Wildlife Trust members. This money goes directly back into managing and protecting Spurn!
• Unfortunately, there is no access for wheelchairs and pushchairs on the beach due to uneven terrain.
• No dogs are permitted.

Please note, spaces are very limited so bookings are required in advance!

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

For questions about the event, please contact spurn@ywt.org.uk or call 01964 650144.