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Fossil Hunting on the Isle of Portland on the Jurassic Coast of Dorset - Pt 1
Sip back and discover fossil hunting on the Isle of Portland along Dorset’s Jurassic Coast with expert Steve Snowball. Explore safe quarries, coastal paths, and scree slopes to find marine fossils, ammonites, bivalves, and gastropods in Portland Stone and Kimmeridge Clay. Learn practical tips for tides, safety, tools, and quarry terrain, all guided by Steve’s extensive fossil collecting experience and acclaimed Dorset guides.
Jun 25, 20246 min read


Discovering Pliosaurs on the Jurassic Coast of Dorset
Sip back and explore the Kimmeridge Clay Formation at Kimmeridge Bay on the Jurassic Coast reveals one of Britain’s richest marine reptile records. This guide explores the giant pliosaur discoveries, The Etches Collection, BBC’s Attenborough and the Giant Sea Monster, and why Kimmeridge inspires Fossil Coast Drinks, combining geology, fossils, museums, and coastal tourism in Dorset. Ideal for visitors seeking Jurassic fossils, museums, dramatic cliffs and marine reptiles.
Dec 19, 20237 min read


Celebrating all things Kimmeridge with Dr Steve Etches MBE
Sip back and celebrate Fossil Coast's new Kimmeridge Rum, inspired by the Jurassic Kimmeridge seas. Explore The Etches Collection in Dorset with Dr Steve Etches MBE, uncovering fossils, ichthyosaurs, and Jurassic marine life, while learning the story behind this artisan spiced apple and blackberry spirit.
Apr 14, 20225 min read


Fossil Coast Launches Two New Stories in Bottle Dedicated to the Jurassic Coast
Fossil Coast Drinks Co is pleased to announce the addition of two new fruity alcoholic drink expressions dedicated to the Jurassic Coast.
Mar 28, 20222 min read


Fossil Hunting the Jurassic Rocks of Dorset's Jurassic Coast
Sip back and discover fossil hunting along the Jurassic Coast of Dorset, exploring Kimmeridge Clay, Lyme Regis, and Portland. Uncover the origins of Jurassic-inspired rum with blackcurrant, cider apple, and cinnamon botanicals. Explore iconic fossil sites, ancient marine reptiles, ammonites, and dinosaurs, connecting 200 million years of geological history with sustainable, memorable experiences along England’s UNESCO World Heritage coastline.
Feb 21, 20226 min read
Find out more about gin, cocktail recipes, our fossil coastline, and the places
along the way that you can enjoy a jigger of Fossil Coast Gin.
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