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Community BioBlitz Festival
The full event will run over a 24 hour period (accommodation available to book).
Porthpean, St. Austell, PL26 6AZ
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The full event will run over a 24 hour period (accommodation available to book).
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Get ready for a 24-hour celebration of coastal biodiversity! The Community BioBlitz Festival 2026 will bring together participants for an exciting weekend of species recording, nature-based activities, expert-led workshops, and community engagement.
The Community BioBlitz Festival is a part of The Big Rock Pool Challenge. Hosted by the Rock Pool Project in partnership with the Marine Biological Association, for this event we are not just focusing on rock pool species! Our aim is to survey as much coastal wildlife across coastal habitats as possible, including insects, plants, birds, and marine mammals. This immersive event is a brilliant opportunity for individuals, schools, families and nature groups to learn, connect and make a difference.
Highlights of the event include:
– 24-hour coastal BioBlitz (including a night rock pool session!)
– Expert-led workshops and talks on wildlife conservation and biodiversity
– Community hub featuring local partners and groups
– Fun family activities and games
– Wellbeing activities promoting a healthy relationship between the community and nature
– Camping options to stay overnight
Attendees are welcome to join for the whole 24 hours (on site accommodation is available to book), or just come along for part of the event. The event is free to attend, with several optional add-on activities available for a small fee.
The Community BioBlitz Festival is made possible thanks to support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and the ScottishPower Foundation.
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Porthpean Outdoor is a relatively flat facility with plenty of hard surfacing. All facilities are on ground level; there are no flights of steps or first floor facilities. There is a dedicated on-site accessible toilet and shower block. Bunkhouse style tents are wheelchair accessible, with plenty of room to store a wheelchair/other support aids. Some optional nature survey activities will take place on the rocky shore or coastal paths with uneven terrain.
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