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Coastal Marvels

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Beach Exploration - Rockpool Safaris - Coastal Activities

for Children, Adults and Families

Embrace the Wonders of the Seashore

At Costal Marvels, Troon (UK, Scotland) we are passionate about the mysteries and beauty of our oceans and beaches. We will help you experience coastal nature in a fun and exciting way whether by rock-pooling, beachcombing, marine art, beach school or beach play.

We believe in the power of hands-on learning. Our beach sessions are all about exploring the seashore, discovering hidden treasures, and meeting the fascinating creatures that call it home.

With the beach as our playground, we encourage your imagination to run wild. Each wave and seashell has a story to tell, and we're here to help you uncover them all.

Together, we will create memories that will last a lifetime.

Beach Explorers Afterschool Club
Wednesdays 3.45 - 5.15PM
Troon and Barassie Beaches

Discover the marvels of coastal nature through exploration and play on the beaches of Troon and Barassie!
Children will explore rockpools, discover fascinating creatures, marvel at seashells and pretty seaweeds, learn about tides, create beach art, build dens and shelters, learn how to safely light a fire on the beach,roast marshmallows and lots more. All of this while visiting different beaches of the area.

Suitable for primary school-age children

Locations:
Troon Beach, Ballast Bank-end, Barassie Beach Rocks, Barassie Beach (Chippy), Royal Troon - Marine Hotel Beach.
The exact location will be confirmed 1-2 days before the sessions and shared with participants. All locations are within a 5-25 min walking distance from Troon or Barassie train stations, with easy car access for drop-off.

Clothing Requirements:

Appropriate all-weather clothing is mandatory.

Children should wear:

Wellies with good grip or other waterproof shoes
A weatherproof jacket with a hood
Waterproof trousers
A hat

The weather can change quickly and may catch kids by surprise, so being properly dressed ensures comfort and enjoyment throughout the session.

Price:

£10 per session 90min

Discounts:

10% off for frequent customers

50% off for siblings (if one child pays full price, their sibling pays half price)

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Our Services

Rockpool safaris

Beachcombing

Beach play

Beach school

Coastal animals, plants and seaweeds identification

Reporting interesting finds ('mermaids purses')

Family sessions

Intergenerational sessions

Care homes sessions

4 seasons on the beach

Holiday sessions

Kids parties on the beach

Activities for earning badges

Learning about beach ecology

Organization of Beach Cleans

Citizen Science

Sessions are led by a trained leader with valid First Aid Outdoor training,
PVG and Public Liability Insurance.

Beach School - Coastal Education

Beach Ecology & Citizen Science

Rockpooling Safari

Family Coastal Exploring Sessions

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Hello! I’m Ewa,

Coastal Activity Leader managing "Coastal Marvels" in Troon, Ayrshire. I’m passionate about the ocean, beaches, and nature in coastal environments. I’m an avid traveler, snorkeler, and recreational scuba diver. I’m also an advocate and promoter of outdoor play and learning for children from an early age. I believe that children can learn a lot by exploring and experiencing the natural world around them, as well as by playing and having fun.

As a mother of two wonderful young boys, I understand the importance of letting children learn about the world by exploring and experiencing it on their own. I’m inspired by many nature-based learning methods, such as Montessori, and I like to incorporate some of their elements into daily life and education.

By profession, I graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration, having studied “Management, Economy, and Law” at Fontys University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. I have completed Coastal Activity Leader Training in Scotland (equivalent to beach school training), as well as courses in Tourism Management, Tour Leading, and Children’s Holiday Camp Supervision. I have also taken a Discovering Marine Ecology course, a First Aid Outdoor course in the UK, and Safeguarding training in the UK.

I believe that lifelong learning is essential, and I frequently enroll in new courses to ensure continuous development. I have worked internationally in tourism, translations, finance, and customer management, and I run my own consultancy business in the Netherlands.

Having lived and worked in a few countries in Europe, I speak several languages English, Polish, Dutch. German and basic Portuguese.

Over 20 years of working in varied roles led me to discover new interests and hobbies. Motherhood emphasized the need for a healthy, nature-connected upbringing, as well as the importance of continuing to pursue my dreams and focusing on the things that are most important to me in life. This is how the idea of Coastal Marvels beach activities was born. This community-focused organization aims to inspire the younger generation to discover, enjoy, and protect the precious nature on their doorstep, as well as inviting whole families to regularly join and explore together."

I hope you will join us on one or many of our coastal sessions!

Jonathan, who is almost 10 years old, is my inspiration and the reason behind it all. He is a young nature explorer and my big helper in discovering.

David, who is already 7, is our occasional helper and a young discoverer of surrounding nature. He brings sunshine into our daily lives and is a great inspiration, equally to his older brother.