Talk

Lyme Regis Fossil Festival: The Secret Lives of Dinosaurs & The Adventures of a Palaeontologist

Sunday 14 June 2026

Unearth the real behaviours of prehistoric animals as we join acclaimed palaeontologist, author, and TV presenter, Dr Dean Lomax, and renowned palaeoartist, Bob Nicholls, on a remarkable journey through the grand cycle of life in deep time.

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Starts 3:00 P.M.
Adults £7.00
Under 18s £4.00

10% off for members

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Book online at any time, at the Lyme Regis Bookshop and Bridport Tourist Information Centre during normal opening hours, the Marine on Monday mornings 10 – 1, and over the phone on 01308 424901. The displayed price includes a £1 restoration levy.

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Unearth the real behaviours of prehistoric animals as we join acclaimed palaeontologist, author, and TV presenter, Dr Dean Lomax, and renowned palaeoartist, Bob Nicholls, on a remarkable journey through the grand cycle of life in deep time.

Focusing on the direct evidence of astonishing behaviours in some of the world’s most extraordinary and unusual fossils, Lomax provides a glimpse into the real-world stories of prehistoric life, from fighting dinosaurs to hungry ichthyosaurs and a two-headed fossil reptile. Along the way, Dr Lomax shares his adventures as a palaeontologist, whilst Bob Nicholls explains his role in reconstructing prehistoric animals, working closely with Dr Lomax to ensure scientific accuracy.

Based on Dr Lomax’s new book, endorsed by Slash from Guns N’ Roses as “Fantastic, engrossing & funny”, we are given a unique view of the private moments of long-extinct creatures as never before.

The talk will be followed by a Q&A and a book signing. This event is 1 hour.