8. Isle of Wight

If you and your family have a penchant for prehistoric treasures, head to the Isle of Wight – dubbed the UK’S dinosaur

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Geographic. The majority of the island’s dinosaur treasures can be found along the southwest coast, with footprints and casts to be seen at Hanover Point, Compton Chine, Sudmoor Point, Chilton Chine and Cowleaze Chine. Fossils dating from the Lower Cretaceous period are littered along this stretch, but for abundance, set your sights on Compton Bay.