What’s On?

Welcome to our ‘What’s On’ page.
Please check our social media pages for any changes to our event schedule.
Our monthly meetings are usually held on the 3rd Tuesday of every month. They are open to everyone and are often preceded by a talk.
Event details are listed below and on our Facebook page.
If an event requires you to book, please visit our Eventbrite page.
Our events are free unless otherwise stated, but donations to the group are very welcome. All ages are welcome unless otherwise stated, but please note that under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all our events. Our Facebook page is updated with weather dependent information closer to each event. Booking is currently required for all in-person events.
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Joining In
Looe Marine Conservation Group is run entirely by volunteers. We’d love to hear from you if you have an interest in marine wildlife and would like to help out at our events or in any other way. No experience or knowledge is required as we provide training. New Members are always welcome – find out more here.
When: Sunday 15th February, 10:30am Where: Millendreath Beach Lead: Marnie Eastmond What better way to show your love for the beaches than to join our friendly group to clean Millendreath Beach? All kit will be provided, all we ask is that you come along in suitable clothing and footw
Continue Reading →When: 17th February – 18:15 Where: Hannafore Point Hotel Ballroom Speakers – Bex Allen and Chloe James Title: Our Underwater Habitats and the importance of Seagrass Bex Allen and Chloe James from Cornwall Wildlife Trust’s marine team will talk about Cornwall’s ama
Continue Reading →When: Friday 20th February, 13:00 – 14:30 Where: Hannafore Beach, meet below the coastguard station Lead: Matt Nott Join us for the first public rockpooling session of the year! At this event suitable for the whole family, we’ll explore the fascinating rocky shore and learn about the
Continue Reading →17th March – 18:15 – Hannafore Point Hotel Ballroom Speakers – Cathy and Chris Lewis Title: ‘Hidden Helford: the life beneath the waves’ Looking out over the mouth of the Helford River gives few, if any, clues as to what lies beneath these waters. First hand
Continue Reading →When: 4th April, 13.00 Where: Hannafore: Coastguard Station Want to play your part in cleaning up the oceans? Well there’s no better place to start than at your local beach clean! The kit is provided, all we ask is that you come along in suitable clothing and footwear. Under 18s must
Continue Reading →When: 17th April, 12.00 Where: Hannafore Beach Come and join local experts as we explore the rocky shore, you’ll be amazed at what’s waiting to be discovered. Learn about starfish, crabs, fish, anemones and lots more at this educational event that is guaranteed to satisfy and enthral
Continue Reading →When: 21st April – 18:15 Where: Hannafore Point Hotel Ballroom Speaker – Marcus Kern Title: ‘Campaigning for an end to sewage pollution’ Surfers Against Sewage is a grassroots environmental charity based in St Agnes, dedicated to the protection o
Continue Reading → When: 19th May – 18:15 Where: Millpool Centre Speakers – Emma and Gordon Taylor Title: Snorkelology – Snorkelling in Britain Emma and Gordon Taylor are authors of Snorkelling Britain, a recently published guide that aims to promote snorkelling as a mean
Continue Reading →When: 29th May, 10.30am Where: Hannafore Beach Come and join local experts as we explore the rocky shore, you’ll be amazed at what’s waiting to be discovered. Learn about starfish, crabs, fish, anemones and lots more at this educational event that is guaranteed to satisfy and enthral
Continue Reading →When: 15th August, 13.45 Where: Hannafore Beach Come and join local experts as we explore the rocky shore, you’ll be amazed at what’s waiting to be discovered. Learn about starfish, crabs, fish, anemones and lots more at this educational event that is guaranteed to satisfy and enthral
Continue Reading →When: 15th September, Time to be confirmed. Where: Hannafore Point Hotel Ballroom Come along to our friendly group meeting. This will be a chance for everyone to share ideas for events for the year ahead. New volunteers and members very welcome.
Continue Reading →Winter Talk Series 20th Oct – 18:15 – Hannafore Point Hotel Ballroom Speaker – Tom Inger – Dive Looe Title: To be confirmed
Continue Reading →When: 27th October, 11.30am Where: Hannafore Beach Come and join local experts as we explore the rocky shore, you’ll be amazed at what’s waiting to be discovered. Learn about starfish, crabs, fish, anemones and lots more at this educational event that is guaranteed to satisfy and enth
Continue Reading →When: 11th Nov – 18:15 Where: Hannafore Point Hotel Ballroom Speaker – Heather Buttivant Title: ‘Looe’s Rock Pool Wildlife’ Dive into the wonders of Looe’s rock pools with this talk by local expert and writer Heather Buttivant. Meet the colourful inhabi
Continue Reading →When: 15th December (Time to be confirmed) Location: To be confirmed. All welcome at our social get-together to mark the end of another season of events. A chance to relax and celebrate our achievements. If you are interested in joining us as a member or volunteer, this will be a good
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