Everybody Chase the Dinosaur
When? 15 February 2025
Where? Weymouth
Roarsome fun!
Weymouth's Dinosaur week is an exciting celebration of family fun themed around prehistoric life!
Launching just in time for February half-term, the Weymouth Fossil Trail will be officially unveiled on Saturday 15th February, inviting visitors and locals alike to embark on a fossil-hunting adventure through the heart of the town. Follow the trail, scan the QR codes and learn awesome facts about our Jurassic past.
Dino Run – Join the Race!
As well as the trail officially launching, Weymouth is going dino mad with the Weymouth Dinosaur Run on Weymouth Beach and animatronic dinosaurs in Weymouth Town Centre. A truly thrilling way to kick off half term!
Race Options:
5km Run: Pavilion end of Weymouth Beach to the stones at Greenhill and back (for adults).
2km Run: Pavilion end to the Pier Bandstand and back (for under 16s).
1km Run: Pier Bandstand to the Pavilion (for under 11s).
Preschooler Race: A short dash from the sand sculptures to the Pavilion.
Registration Details:
Date: Saturday, 15th February 2025
Time: Registration from 11am, Warm-up at 12:45 AM, Race starts at 13:00 PM
• Location: Weymouth Beach – from the Pavilion end
Entry Fee: £10 for adults, £5 for children, £1 for preschoolers (payable on the day).
To secure your spot visit: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/everybody-chase-the-dinosaur-2025-tickets-1118975177879
More information:
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