Expedition Dinosaur

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Expedition Dinosaur Expedition Dinosaur is a unique, bespoke, fun and interactive educational display, for any (indoor/outdoor) event or school/community workshop.

(Formally Wild West Dino Discovery). Expedition Dinosaur offers a completely unique and customized mobile palaeontology exhibition that takes you on a journey through the golden age of dinosaur discoveries during the 19th Century up to the present day. Our workshops are led by a highly experienced professional lecturer with over 20 years of educational expertise. We are proud to be SEN friendly and have full DBS checks in place. Our workshops are action-packed, interactive, and most importantly, fun! We aim to inspire young minds and encourage their involvement in the natural world, the sciences and ideal for career days. Version 1:
Our Educational Workshop Package includes a dynamic range of items from the exhibition, such as a life-sized T. Rex skull and fleshed-out head, along with a fun and interactive presentation. Participants will have the opportunity to handle fossils, engage in storytelling, participate in science activities, light dinosaur based exercise, enjoy drawing activities, and even try their hand at fossil casting. Please note that activities may vary from time to time. Version 2:
If you're hosting festivals, carnivals, fetes, community events, or any other special occasion, our authentic tented display will transport you back to the wild west. Marvel at our collection of specially selected museum-quality reproduction dinosaur fossils from the UK and USA, including some of the most renowned species from that period. You'll have the chance to handle these fossils and get up close and personal with the skull of one of America's largest predatory dinosaurs, the Tyrannosaurus rex, and much more. Version 3:
For exhibitions, museums, and other indoor venues, we offer the FULL mobile palaeontology exhibition experience, including the only life sized Spinosaurus skull cast in the UK. Along with the exhibition, you'll have the option to include a costumed or non-costumed curator who will guide children and families through the fascinating artifacts on display. Version 4:
Expedition Dinosaur offers its services for hire in the Film and TV industry, as well as for events such as weddings and children's birthdays. To make a booking or for more information, please contact us at:
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected]
T: 07941420984

We are based in the UK and primarily operate in the Northeast and North Yorkshire regions, but we are also willing to travel further to bring our exciting exhibition to you. Terms and conditions:

Prior to making a reservation, please ensure that your venue offers the following amenities:
- Secure parking
- Parking and unloading area located adjacent to the building (suitable for large and heavy items)
- Internet and Wifi connectivity
- Allocate 1.5/2 hours for setup and a similar amount of time for dismantling

For outdoor events:
Event Sponsors are responsible for providing a suitable pitch that allows for the installation of an awning with pegs. They must also guarantee that the area surrounding the display is safe and secure. In the event of unfavourable weather conditions or other circumstances beyond the control of Expedition Dinosaur preventing the display of items and demonstrations on the event day, the agreed fee remains payable as long as Expedition Dinosaur is present at the venue. Expedition Dinosaur reserves the right to cancel attendance at an event if the weather conditions or other circumstances are not conducive to an outdoor museum display. Additionally, Expedition Dinosaur has the authority to conduct raffles and merchandise sales. All fees for outdoor events must be settled in full before or on the event day, unless otherwise specified, with a deposit required. For museums, schools, etc., payment must be made no later than 28 days after the event. Expedition Dinosaur operates under the Padraig's Historical Workshops Franchise.

Flashback to summer 2026 at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur WorldWith Lonestar old west re-enactmentPart of what we do here at Expe...
10/10/2026

Flashback to summer 2026 at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World
With Lonestar old west re-enactment

Part of what we do here at Expedition Dinosaur is provide a genuine living history display, showcasing what life was like during the golden age of fossil hunting in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

It allows audiences to feel more connected — seeing the camps, the wagon, the tools of the trade and of course the fossils.

And yes, one of the biggest questions I get asked is: "Do you sleep in those tents?" and "Do you cook around an open fire?" And the funniest one is "is that fire real" 🤣

The answer is yes. Whenever we're at an event that has asked for an authentic-style camp, we endeavour to live the part too.

Millions of years apart… and finally, the cousins reunite.Have you ever wondered how big a Proceratosaurus skull is comp...
04/10/2026

Millions of years apart… and finally, the cousins reunite.

Have you ever wondered how big a Proceratosaurus skull is compared to its distant cousin, the Tyrannosaurus rex? 🤔

Well, look no further! It's a big difference, but fascinating to see the evolutionary journey of the tyrannosaurids laid out before you.

Just another random day at the exhibition.

Happy Sunday, all!

Heres a little history hit for you all.Did you know about an Unusual Discovery at the famous 1876 Little Bighorn battlef...
30/09/2026

Heres a little history hit for you all.

Did you know about an Unusual Discovery at the famous 1876 Little Bighorn battlefield?

In 1977, a routine grave excavation in the Custer National Cemetery unearthed something extraordinary — not a soldier, but the fossilised remains of Dolichorhynchops osborni! Or 'Dolly'.

Dolly was a short-necked plesiosaur — a marine reptile that swam the ancient seaways of Montana over 70 million years ago. It was discovered by a National Park Service employee operating a backhoe. A nearly complete vertebral column and pelvic girdles were recovered by local palaeontologists.

Where archaeology meets palaeontology.

The Little Bighorn Battlefield is famous for one of the most significant battles in American history. But beneath the surface lies something far older — the fossilised remains of creatures that swam the Western Interior Seaway long before humans ever set foot there.

This incredible story of discovery — where the tools of archaeology and palaeontology meet — is part of our my Dinosaurs, Monsters and Lost Worlds exhibition. Come see how a battlefield grave led to a prehistoric marine monster at its next venue!

Summer 2026 has officially come to an end!We finished off what has been an incredible—and insanely busy summer here at D...
27/09/2026

Summer 2026 has officially come to an end!

We finished off what has been an incredible—and insanely busy summer here at Dubs In t'Dales and what a venue to end on!

Yesterday, my portable exhibition was bustling with lovely people all having a grand time. Many a photo was taken inside 'Terrance', the fleshed-out T. rex head, along with handling real fossils and sharing plenty of nostalgia about the first time watching Jurassic Park. It's wonderful to see the exhibition invoking childhood memories in adults.

Many thanks to our sponsors—we'll see you again next year!

So, what's next? With the other side of my business, Padraig's Historical Workshops , I have lots of Gruesome Historical Medicine sessions and Myths and Monsters from the old sagas coming up, including school workshops.

For the dinosaurs, the touring exhibition 'Dinosaurs, Monsters and Lost Worlds' is available to book over on the exhibitions group website.

Plus, we have lots of new and exciting mini dinsasaur workshops planned and lots more!! Watch this space…

There's nothing to see here… just a MASSIVE Megalodon mouth!Even though this is only a small replica, it's still incredi...
20/09/2026

There's nothing to see here… just a MASSIVE Megalodon mouth!

Even though this is only a small replica, it's still incredibly imposing – and more than a little terrifying!

I'm hoping to bring this out at more events so people can appreciate it up close… and grab an epic photo standing inside its jaws.

Who's brave enough?

Calling all Schools! Home Ed/community groups! Padraig is back with a new line up of curriculum based, hands-on history ...
17/09/2026

Calling all Schools! Home Ed/community groups!
Padraig is back with a new line up of curriculum based, hands-on history learning for 2026/2027.
Like History? We offer immersive workshops ranging from the Prehistoric times, Rome's Gladiators, Anglo Saxons, Vikings and 18th Century Medicine.
Please share with your local primary and secondary schools for an amazing opportunity.
Please contact Padraig: [email protected]
Website: https://expeditiondinosaur.co.uk/

Packing in the crowds with the Nanotyrannus skull!However, lurking in the background is an ensemble of other prehistoric...
14/09/2026

Packing in the crowds with the Nanotyrannus skull!
However, lurking in the background is an ensemble of other prehistoric predators!

Working in museums allows me to see and handle some amazing artefacts.Todays item is a whales ear bone!Whale ear bones a...
10/09/2026

Working in museums allows me to see and handle some amazing artefacts.

Todays item is a whales ear bone!
Whale ear bones are among the densest, heaviest, and hardest bones in the animal kingdom. Because of their extreme density and they fossilize incredibly well. This item was rather heavy for its size!

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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