WELCOME TO SANDWORLD 

The UK's only Sand Sculpture Festival

Step into a world of creativity at SandWorld, where breathtaking, larger-than-life sand sculptures are crafted by some of the world’s most talented artists. Located in Weymouth’s Lodmoor Park, this unique, all-weather attraction brings incredible works of art to life using nothing but sand and water!

During this year's event, 5th April - 9th November 2025, see creatures that lived 83 million years ago, a full-colour Egyptian Prince, kids' favourite characters and incredible, inspirational, original artwork from some of the world's finest sand artists. There is something for everyone!

Enjoy hands-on workshops and family-friendly activities. You are never too young or too old to create your own mini masterpiece. With daily workshops, plus, plenty of tools and water available, you can enjoy hands-on creativity whilst turning your ideas into 3D art.

This year is extra special as SandWorld celebrates 100 years of Sand Sculpting Heritage in Weymouth. Fred Darrington, Mark Anderson's grandfather, first began sand sculpting in Weymouth a century ago, and his legacy continues to inspire phenomenal creations today.

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  • Awe-inspiring work by some of the world’s leading sand sculptors
  • The UK's only Sand Sculpture Festival
  • Daily workshops, tools and sand sculpting advice
  • Giant all weather sand pits for all age groups
  • Easy access' wheelchair-friendly, stand-up sculpting tables
  • Under 5’s sand area
  • Optional fun fact quiz
  • Fill your own sand art bottles*
  • Café with refreshments
  • Gift shop
  • Wheelchair Friendly
  • Dog Friendly
  • Kids 4 and under are free

* extra charges apply

SandWorld’s versatile and unique venue can also cater for any size of pre-arranged visiting groups – from pre-school to retirement home.

Just a reminder, there are no toilet facilities on site, but you are welcome to use public toilets in the car park 2 minutes away.

Open daily from 10.30am

From Saturday 5th April. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates.

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OUR PAST FAVOURITES

 

At Sandworld we're always changing; here's some of our past favourites.

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Dragons!

Game of Thrones

This is one of your favourites! Voted #1 in 2018 and #3 in 2019! Made by Mark and Angelika, this is her very first big project!

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In a Galaxy far far away...

Star Wars

Classic big screen films made out of sand! Your favourite sculpture of 2019 season.

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Our Heroes

Avengers

Everybody knows who they are! Created by Lee in 2018 and then again in 2019 by Karen, the Avengers sculptures are one of yours and ours favourites.

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SAND MAGIC!

Harry Potter

There was something very magical about our Harry Potter exhibit; we loved encapsulating the sorcery of Hogwarts with sand!

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SAFARI TIME

WORLD ANIMALS

For many of us, going on safari would be a dream come true, but at Sand World we've already had some of the world's largest animals come and visit!

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Meet T REX!

JURASSIC

Bringing the T Rex back has to have been one of our favourite projects over the past. You’ll find more photos in our gallery section!

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VRRRRM

CHITTY BANG BANG

The film is now 49 years old but the car has made an appearance at Sand World in recent years. It might be a bit slower in sand though!

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WORLD ANIMALS

ANCIENT GREECE

We were incredibly proud and pleased with the level of detail on these serpents and lions from a well known Greek myth - a real crowd pleaser.

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CROWD PLEASER

KIDS FAVOURITES

We don’t see many children that aren’t huge fans of these characters, which is why we had to create this great sculpture for visitors to enjoy!

Guest Reviews

One of the VERY best value things to do in Weymouth, the staff were kind, caring and very helpful. Our children (4,11 and 16) ALL loved this, as did we all. The exhibition of sand sculptures are amazing, the cafe is informal and the activities are really good fun. Giving our children the chance to actually try sand sculpture for themselves (with help) was great, they enjoyed this immensely and got lots from our trip to this inexpensive and truly gratifying attraction; If you do nothing else in Weymouth, try this, you'll love it and if you have children (of ANY age), they'll love it too.

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This is very artistic and must take hours to achieve. We looked in oar at the wonderful scenes and sights carved out of sand. The detail is absolutely amazing and certainly worth a look.

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The Sand Sculptures are a must to see as are so cleverly done,for Young and old to enjoy.The entrance fee is a good price too and being as its on the Sea Front you have many things to do around the area.

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