Who We Are
The Centre was set up in 1985 to encourage safe and sustainable collecting of Jurassic fossils from the local beaches. Being a charitable trust we are reliant on the support of a large and active group of Friends who help to staff the centre, build displays, assist in outdoor and outreach events, and undertake management roles.
Our objective is to advance the education of the public in geology, palaeontology, geomorphology and natural history of the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, and to maintain a Centre at Charmouth for education and information, in order to encourage understanding and management of the coast.
Why Become a Member?
Your membership supports our independent educational charity. It allows us to carry out vital work at the Centre, and run events for schools, the public and the CHCC Friends.
Become part of the CHCC family, meeting like minded people at a wide range of events and keep up with the latest news from us at the Centre.
What Does Membership Get You?
The Friends are an active, social group running a host of events throughout the year that members can sign up for. There’s always something coming up in the near future in the Friends diary so make sure you keep an eye out for what’s going on.
- Join our annual Summer barbecue by the Charmouth seafront, and our annual Friends Cream Tea overlooking Charmouth village.
- Take part in day trips throughout the year to some of the best spots in the South West, like Stone Henge, Bristol Museum, The Etches Collection, and much more.
- Become part of the Friends’ walking group.
- Get newsletters on what’s been going on at the Centre and articles by the Friends on a wide array of topics.
- Join us for the Winter Lecture Series, three lectures held during the Winter months with guest speakers on a host of topics.
- Follow up the Friends AGM with a buffet.
- Regular email updates and invitations to external events.
How to Join
- Download a Friends Membership form here and return it to the Centre.
- Alternatively pop into the Centre and pick up a form, or you can contact us.