The Big Rock Pool Challenge is all about bringing people together to explore, discover and protect our incredible rock pool wildlife.
By starting a new hub in your local area, you can help lead free, fun, and scientifically valuable events that make a real impact in your community.
Not ready to run public events yet? Try things out by running small in-house BioBlitz Battles with your team or group. It’s a great low-pressure way to build confidence and join the Rock Pool Project community.
Our current round of hub applications is now closed. We will be accepting applications for new hubs in 2026. In the meantime, running monthly pilot events will help you build your team and establish links with your local community.
Becoming a Big Rock Pool Challenge hub is an exciting opportunity to lead your own coastal conservation movement — with everything you need to hit the ground running:
Full starter kit (worth £3,000+) — gazebo, ID guides, signage, safety gear & more
Expert training — fun, practical sessions to build skills and confidence
On-the-ground support — we’ll join you for one of your first events
Free t-shirts — for your whole leadership team
Nationwide network — connect with fellow hubs via our MyMBA platform
Ongoing guidance — we’re with you every step of the way
- A team of 6 passionate volunteers
- A good local rock pooling site (safe, accessible, interesting)
- Somewhere to store kit (size of a car boot)
- Commitment to monthly public events for 12 months
- Landowner permission (we can help with this)
Whether you're an individual, a group of friends, or organisation, we can help you bring local people together for an unforgettable coastal experience.
Find out how you could bring your local community together to connect with the ocean, protect our coastlines, and take action for marine conservation.
Fill in this contact form and register your interest - we'll be straight back in touch.
