Tractor and Trailer Safari

A visit to Mortehoe is not complete without taking a Tractor and Trailer Safari with Mortehoe Museum or the National Trust. With two different trips to choose from, these safaris are a perfect way to enjoy the stunning landscape and wildlife that Mortehoe has to offer.

Bull Point Lighthouse

Tuesdays: To Bull Point with the Mortehoe Museum Team 

Dates:  27th May, 22nd July, 29th July, 5th August, 12th August, 19th August, 26th August.

Times: 10:30, 12:00, 14:00

Booking: To book tickets either in person at the Museum or by phoning 01271 870028 during open hours. Full payment taken at time of booking. Adults £8, Children 3yrs+ £4. Children 2 and under free if sitting on an adult’s lap. Well behaved dogs welcome.

Take the tractor and trailer out to Bull Point with the Mortehoe Museum team. There has been a lighthouse here since 1879 as after numerous bad storms, and wreckers luring ships aground, many ships were wrecked along this coastline. The current lighthouse was built in 1972. Enjoy the dramatic views as you drive down towards Bull Point and find out more about this unique place.

Morte Point

Wednesdays: Trips with the National Trust to the rugged coastline to see Morte Point

Dates: 28th May, 23rd July, 30th July, 6th August, 13th August, 20th August, 27th August

Times: 10:30, 11:45, 13:30

Booking: To book tickets either in person at the Museum or by phoning 01271 870028 during open hours. Full payment taken at time of booking. Adults £8, Children 3yrs+ £4. Children 2 and under free if sitting on an adult’s lap. Well behaved dogs welcome.

With tales of the notorious smugglers and wreckers, the role of Morte Point in World War II, and a stop to see the local residents – Atlantic seals – you will get a great understanding of how National Trust now looks after and cares for this landscape for the benefit of the local wildlife.

The easiest way to enjoy the rugged and dramatic coastline around Mortehoe as well as enjoying some unique wildlife encounters.