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Scavenging on Margate Main Sands

Margate’s playing host to a scavenger hunt of a different kind next week (Thursday 13 September).

The Thanet Coast Project is organising a beach scavenger hunt on the Main Sands, where local people can come along and explore the shoreline, identifying the “evidence” that gets washed ashore from the sea.

Being held as part of Margate’s Late and Live celebrations, the scavenger hunt meets outside the Visitor Information Centre in the Parade at 5.30pm and will last for around an hour. It’s free of charge to take part.

Naomi Biggs, Thanet Coast Project Education Officer, said: “There’s so much to explore along our coastline and this scavenger hunt will be an excellent way to learn more about the wildlife that lurks on our beaches and bays. This is the first of many Thanet Coast Project events over the autumn, building up to the Kent Coastal Week over the October half term, which will include our annual Big Draw event.”

Beach cleans are part of the autumn events lined up by the Thanet Coast Project. Further information about these events and about how to book your place online can be found at www.thanetcoast.org.uk or by calling 01843 577672.

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Published 10.09.07