How to get involved
A series of cryptic clues relate to the coastal area of Seaford Head, South Hill, Hope Gap, Cuckmere Haven, Exceat, the Seven Sisters and Beachy Head. Some reference geographical features, others local history, folklore, flora & fauna and geology. But what may appear simple could be deceptive!
Although the competition is now completed, the treasure hunt is available and free for all to enjoy.
So … two winners? In a twist of fate, a lost entry was found and the difference between both entries was impossible to assertain hence – Our wonderful TWO winners were:
Annabel
I'm so pleased with my prize. I love Julian's unique designs and attention to detail. When I first saw the clues, I realised that I knew some of the answers, and when I saw the prize, it inspired me to try and find the others. I live locally, but some of the folklore was new to me, and I enjoyed finding out more about the history and geographical features and the pictures on Lindsay's map really helped.
Hilary
A big thank you to Julian for her craftsmanship and attention to detail, to Lyndsey Smith for her lovely map and of course to the team for masterminding a thoroughly enjoyable event. My necklace will be a great souvenir of the week.
The prize
This beautiful necklace is part of Julian’s Coccolithophore Collection. The winners were chosen on the level of detail given in their answers.
The natural world that I draw such inspiration from can sometimes be hidden to the eye, creatures of such minute and precise beauty lie below our feet. 2023 has bought great celebration for our cliff-fringed county with the opening of the last stretch of the England Coast Path and exhibitions that celebrate the chalk landscape.
Coccolithophores encompass and inspire everything I could wish for – exquisite detail, discreet importance and a big technical challenge. I have created a collection of unique pieces made in 14c gold and sterling silver to commemorate this moment in time and the millions of years that make up our heritage.
– Julian Warrender
What is a Coccolithophore?
Coccolithophores are one celled, plant like organisms that live in large numbers throughout the upper layers of the ocean. The individual scales are known as coccoliths, they are composed of calcium carbonate and calcite. Coccoliths are the main constituent of chalk cliffs which outcrop along the coastline of Southern England including the Seven Sisters.
What you need
The Walk the Chalk team are very grateful to Julian, and to local artist Lyndsey Smith for designing the wonderful map. Both have been extremely generous with their time and talents.
Download the Coccolithophore Treasure Hunt Map and clues now, to get cracking! (The answers are now here to download too).
Find out more about Julian’s Coccolithophore Collection on her website https://julianjwjewellery.com/
And discover more of Lyndsey’s artwork at https://www.lyndseysmith.co.uk/