The Shell-Spotter’s Guide

Every shell has a story to tell. Discover the secrets of these treasures of the sea

• Supported by the National Trust, who look after over 700 miles of Britain’s coastline.
• Turns any beach into a treasure hunt. A simple, nostalgic pleasure and a connection with the wonders of nature.
• Beautifully illustrated and packed with surprising and delightful facts.

Looking for seashells and learning their names is the perfect way to explore Britain’s coastline at leisure. It’s a nostalgic simple pleasure, and a way to discover some of nature’s most exquisite wonders. From the common cockle to the blue-rayed limpet, The Shell Spotter’s Guide covers the beautiful and surprising range of mussels, oysters, periwinkles, scallops, cowries and whelks found on our beaches.

This beautifully illustrated book written by marine biologist Helen Scales is the perfect companion for all aspiring shell spotters.

Dr. Helen Scales is a marine biologist, writer, and broadcaster. She is the author of many books about the ocean including the Guardian bestseller Spirals in Time, the New York Times top summer read The Brilliant Abyss, and the children’s books What a Shell Can Tell and Scientists in the Wild.