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National Whale and Dolphin Watch boat survey

Location:
Portland Marina, Osprey Quay, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1DX
Help us conduct a boat survey around the Weymouth and Portland area for the 2025 National Whale and Dolphin Watch.

Event details

Date

Time
8:45am - 1:00pm
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About the event

Join us for a 4-hour boat survey to look out for and record dolphins and other marine animals as part of the 2025 National Whale and Dolphin Watch. Learn more about what signs to look for, how to spot and identify different species and help us conduct a survey to collect vital information about dolphins in Dorset.

The survey data is collated by Sea Watch Foundation, to learn more about the status and distribution of cetacean populations all around the UK which will be used to help conserve and protect them. For more information about Sea Watch Foundation please visit: www.seawatchfoundation.org.uk 

The survey route will cover Portland Harbour, Weymouth Bay and Portland Bill before heading a little further offshore in search of cetaceans (although may vary depending on conditions).

No previous experience is necessary. 

Minimum age 8 years old.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL 

Booking

Price

Cost is £55 per person + booking fee.

Minimum age 8 years old. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Additional booking information

BOOKING ESSENTIAL

Please click on the link above to book.

Know before you go

Dogs

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No dogs permitted
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What to bring

No previous experience is necessary. Please bring your own binoculars if you have them, although we will have a couple of pairs available to borrow. You may also wish to bring a camera. Any personal belonging are taken on board at your own risk.

Please dress suitably for the weather conditions on the day e.g. waterproofs, hat, suncream including warm clothing bearing in mind it will be cooler out at sea. There is a large covered area to shelter from the elements if needed but expect to be conducting the survey outside.

There is a toilet on board and a hot drink will be provided. We will be out for several hours so bring any other drinks/snacks that you may need.

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Parking information

Car parking is available at the marina. Parking charges apply (not included in the ticket price), these are payable on departure.
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Facilities

Toilets

Contact us

Wild Chesil Centre
Contact number: 01305 206191
Contact email: chesilbeach@dorsetwildlifetrust.org.uk