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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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A photo of the tiles exhibition in a museum
  • Geopark Events
  • September 25, 2025 2:00 pm

Temporary Exhibition: Tiles and Tile Making In and Around Charnwood Forest

The exhibition will guide you through some of the history of local tile use and production, linking this to the local geology, and local communities.

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The ruins of the old Bradgate House in Bradgate Park
  • Geopark Events
  • September 20, 2025 11:00 am

Heritage Open Day at Bradgate Park

Join the Geopark and Bradgate Park for a day exploring the heritage of our fascinating landscape.

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