There are two key locations for fossil hunting near Watchet. Ammonites, bi valves and "Devils toe nails" are all to be found here allong with rock samples of quartz alabaster.
Displays of finds can be seen at the Geological Wall on the Platform of Watchet Station. The market house museum also displays some finds.

Beach combing is also popular. The tidal range off of Wachet is second only to Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia. As a consequence the beach is continually refreshed.

East of Watchet Mariner, beyond splash point you come to Helwell bay.

West of Watchet Mariner near West Street beach. Fossil maps are available from the visitor centre.

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