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Sacks of apples
  • Geopark Events
  • April 30, 2026 9:00 am

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF FOOD IN LEICESTERSHIRE

We’re looking for volunteers who would like to train to run Food Conversations in communities, workplaces, and groups across the Charnwood Forest.

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A graphic promoting the What Are Geoparks online talk.
  • Geopark Events
  • April 27, 2026 7:30 pm

Free Online Talk – UNESCO Global Geoparks: What Are They, And What Could It Mean For Charnwood Forest?

If you've ever wondered what a Geopark is, this is the talk for you!

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A small exhibition on Charnia in a visitor centre
  • Geopark Events
  • March 27, 2026 10:00 am

Temporary Exhibit: Charnia at Bradgate Park

Learn about Charnia masoni - the first fossil to be described from the Precambrian

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A graphic saying Geopark In The Day
  • Geopark Events
  • March 14, 2026 11:00 am

Geopark in the Day!

Join us in the ruins of Bradgate Park for a special fossil extravaganza!

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A blended image of ancient fossils over the top of the ruins of Bradgate Park
  • Geopark Events
  • March 13, 2026 6:30 pm

Geopark in the Dark!

*WAITING LIST* Geopark in the Dark! - Illuminated Fossil Spectacular within the Bradgate Park Ruins

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A graphic advertising the Place Names of Charnwood Forest talk
  • Geopark Events
  • February 26, 2026 7:30 pm

Free Online Talk – The Place-Names of Charnwood Forest

Join Charnwood Forest Geopark for this free online talk by Dr Susan Kilby, as she reveals the story behind our region's place-names

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A photo of the fossil Charnia brasieri, with a drawing by Martin Brasier
  • Geopark Events
  • December 9, 2025 7:30 pm

Free Online Talk – Introducing Charnwood Forest’s Newest Fossil: Charnia brasieri

Join Charnwood Forest Geopark for this free online talk presented by Prof Duncan McIlroy, as he shares the story of our newest fossil find!

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A group of educators watch a presentation.
  • Geopark Events
  • November 20, 2025 4:00 pm

Autumn Education Hub Event

The Geopark’s education hub event is an opportunity for local educators to connect with others, share ideas and access resources such as workshops, talks and field trips.

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A photograph of a landscape overlain by the Geopark logo and the text "Supporting Organisations Across Charnwood Forest"
  • Geopark Events
  • October 30, 2025 10:00 am

Fun with Finance in the Forest

Join us as we explore the role of treasurer, understand how financial management can work in your organisation, and learn how to protect yourself and your organisation's money.

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