SHARK!!!!! (month)
Sink your teeth into this brilliant event, coming to a shore near you!
Ready for a Jawsome July? Given that we love the deep blue in Devon, we couldn’t not tell you about this fascinating-sounding event popping up by the sea this month.
The Shark Trust is returning to Plymouth’s Royal William Yard with an epic month-long showcase, celebrating all things big and toothy.
Now, if you thought sharks were creatures to be feared and avoided at all costs, this line-up will give you a new perspective. Indeed, the leading international conservation charity (based here in Devon, no less) are on a mission to get people engaging positively with sharks, rays and the importance of ocean conservation.
So, what can you expect? Well, there’s a 360-degree VR experience for the tech lovers and even a wine-tasting inspired by Great White habitats, with a whole lot more sharky fun in-between. Take a look at what’s planned below and see for yourself!
We’re not saying you’ll skip into the summer wanting one for a pet, but you might just come away with a newfound appreciation for these misunderstood monsters of the sea.
Shark Trust Photographic Competition Exhibition, all month.
Head to Ocean Studios to see this year’s entries, featuring stunning underwater photography.
Shark Quiz Night at Steel Brew, 3rd July
Reckon you’re a shark fanatic? Test your knowledge at Steel Brew, with a pint of ‘Easy Tiger’ brew and compete for prizes while you’re at it. Winning team, best shark-themed team name and best shark-dressed fan – why not go for a hat-trick?
Shark Trust Activity Day, 6th July
Coinciding with the lovely monthly Good Food & Craft Market, this family-friendly day will be taking over a section of the green, where you can learn more about the Shark Trust and experience their new VR shark encounter!
Shark Trust Pop-up Shop, selected dates throughout July
If you do miss the VR fun, the team will also be hanging out at Melville Corner between 10am and 3pm, where you can have another go, chat to the team and watch their latest films.
Living with Sharks in the Bahamas, 17th July, 6.30-9.30pm, Melville Corner
Spend an evening celebrating Bahamian sharks and rays, featuring the new ‘Living With Sharks’ project and behind-the-scenes experiences from filming the upcoming 360 film ‘A Shark Story’. Tickets £6 and that’ll get you a glass of Bahamian Rum Punch, too!
‘Great Whites’ Wine Tasting at Le Vignoble, 24th July, 7-9pm
Fancy sampling six white wines from regions where Great White sharks are found? You’re in luck! See, sharks ARE great! Tickets £22, with £2 from each one donated to the Shark Trust.
Shark Films at Everyman, 26th-27th July
And of course, no Shark Month would be complete without one or two themed films. Nope, not Jaws; think Finding Nemo (Sat 12.15pm) and The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou (Sun 7pm), all from the plush comfort of Everyman Cinema.
Great Eggcase Hunt/Rockpooling at Firestone Bay, 27th July 2-4pm
Rounding off the celebrations nicely, join the Shark Trust and Plymouth Sound National Marine Park at Devil’s Point for a rockpool ramble. Hunt for shark, ray and skate eggcases while exploring Plymouth Sound’s abundant marine life. Plus, you get to contribute to citizen science by recording species discoveries. How cool is that?!
