“Absolutely fascinating & glorious morning on our beachcomb. Highly recommended. Not only did we get to hold things that were literally millions of years old, we also left with a huge sense of respect for our shingle beaches. Thanks so much, Kate. You were a fantastic, fun & informative guide.”
- Sarah Mackintosh

Bespoke beachcombing:

“Kate’s expertise was priceless”

"We had no idea that there was so much to see in just a small square of shingle beach!! It was AMAZING!" - Chris & Chris

“Thank you for your brilliant, eye-opening introduction to beachcombing & for imparting a tiny fraction of your extensive knowledge & experience to us" - Celia

"Truly wonderful bespoke beachcomb. Kate is knowledgeable and inspirational" - Ruth Lloyd

"Thank you for the brilliant beachcomb. I can’t believe how many interesting items were found. We learnt so much from just a short section of shingle." - Linda Geyman, Mendlesham WI

“Your energy levels, engagement and passion were infectious” - Paul Forecast

"We had the most fantastic couple of hours beachcombing with you Kate - so much fun" - Gemma

"Thanks so much, you were great with the kids. You've got so much knowledge and are brilliant at engaging children. ” - Lucy Evans

“Thanks so much for the anniversary beachcomb - it was the best. We both felt like 10 years of age again!”  - Diane & Iain Bell

“Really friendly and informative host with amazing knowledge.”

“Kate at Beach Bonkers is lovely & her beach-based workshops are a joyous exploration of found treasure!” - Hannah

“We had such a great time! We went back & I found myself a shark's tooth. Fab day!” - Katy Taylor

“The beachcombs are absolutely fascinating & combine fresh air, exercise & relaxation with finding lovely treasures. And when you are added to that mix wow!”

“Great for all ages - you continue to inspire & enthuse!”

“My son asked “Can we come again?””

“I forgot how exciting really looking was.”

“Suffolk Shingle: Tales of Treasure & Trash” talk:

"The audience were spellbound; I think they would have stayed all night." - Pam, Ipswich group of Suffolk Wildlife Trust

“I think that’s the most interesting talk I’ve ever listened to. Riveting.” - Member, Athenaeum Club, Bury St Edmunds

“Superb talk - just brilliant!” - Lindsey, Earl Stonham WI

"A fantastically entertaining and informative talk. It was a pleasure to have you as our speaker." - Jane, Worlingworth WI

“You made me think about plastic more than anyone else has ever done” - Member, Gibson WI, Saffron Walden

"Our members were still talking about your subject through tea. I really enjoyed it, your passion & enthusiasm for your subject is brilliant, commendable & contagious. Thank you for a lively evening." -  Brenda, Bramford WI

“How could we not be enthralled by that?”
- Jill, Acting President, Moreton Hall WI

“That was marvellous!” - Member, Thornton (Essex) WI

“You have reawakened my inner ecowarrier” - Linda, T circle, Hintlesham

“Fascinating” - Sarah Wade, Bingley 5 Rise Frocks WI

“Best talk we’ve had in ages” and “Absolutely brilliant!”- Members, Charsfield WI

“Jaw-droppingly interesting “ - Wendy from The Oddfellows (Ipswich Branch)

"Amazing and very inspiring" - Suzanne Veal, NHS Retirement Fellowship

“Who knew that there was such beauty among the shingle that we all complain about having to walk over to get to the sand? Your practical examples of where we can all make a difference were particularly well received.” - Liz, Appley Bridge WI

“Terrific” - Pauline Burchnall, Earl Stonham WI

“Giving us food for thought on making better choices, along with the amazing things you can find on the beach if you just take the time.” - Member, Brackenbury (Felixstowe) WI.

“I will never walk along Dunwich beach again in quite the same way, my eyes will be looking down rather than looking out to sea.” - Maggie Glavin, Suffolk West Federation WI member