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UNESCO Global Geoparks share the story of our Planet.
A Geopark is an area of globally recognised, unique geological interest designated by UNESCO. A place where you can touch a very special part of the Earth's story and be amazed by the extraordinary landscapes, mountains, coastlines, places and people.
Our Geopark, covering the entire area of Torbay, is Naturally Inspiring. It shares stories of a landscape untouched by glaciation unseen elsewhere in the world. Stories of tropical seas and scorching deserts, raised beaches and drowned forests, hippopotami and mammoth, straight-tusked elephant and sabre-toothed tiger, cave bear and earliest man...
News from the Geopark
14 Feb
English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark celebrates South Devon College's prestigious Green Gown Award for sustainability institution of the Year. 
The English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark is proud to announce that its partner, South Devon College, has been awarded the coveted Green Gown Award for Sustainability Institution of the Year. This significant achievement, presented by the Environmental Association for Universities and Colleges (EAUC), highlights the College's steadfast dedication to sustainability and its innovative approach aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
20 Dec
“A tree for Christmas! What could be the oldest fossil evidence of trees on a volcanic island in the world, has been discovered in the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark!
The English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking fossil discovery at Saltern Cove, which promises to shed new light on the region's rich geological history. The fossils, trees believed to be around 377 million of years old, were discovered by Dr Kevin Page, President of ProGEO and Honorary Senior Research Fellow at Camborne School of Mines, University of Exeter, during a condition survey of the Geopark’s Sites of Special Scientific Interest for Natural England.
22 Nov
COP29 Torbay case studies
The 29th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) takes place in Baku, Azerbaijan. This takes place from 11 to 22 November 2024.
13 Nov
A new £1.8 million funding programme has been launched to support local businesses and community organisations in their efforts to adopt sustainable practices and technologies.
Devon County Council have introduced the Green Impact Fund as part of our ongoing commitment to fostering economic growth while protecting the environment. The initiative is one of the projects supported with a share of the £16 million of capital funding from the Devon and Torbay devolution deal.
21 Oct
A Greener Way For Our Bay: New Climate Action Plan for Torbay approved
An ambitious new action plan to help tackle climate change has been endorsed by Torbay’s Place Leadership Board. The plan aims to make homes more energy efficient, protect the natural environment, support businesses to become more sustainable, and make sustainable and public transport (like walking, cycling and taking the bus) more accessible and affordable.
2 Oct
Torbay Local Heritage Grant Scheme offers small sports groups, community groups and charities extra funds to support heritage-based activities
Torbay Council wants to hear from all small sports groups, community groups and charities as it reopens its Local Heritage Grant Scheme for applications from Monday 30 September.
20 Sep
Project Manager Required
The Geopark is looking for a Project Manager, on a freelance basis, for a 30-month period, starting in December 2024 to manage the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark’s Project Terra Firma. Deadline 14th October.
6 Sep
English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark celebrates TerraFirma project funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund
The English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark has been awarded a grant of £249,935 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to support a three-year project which will enhance the Geopark’s resilience, community engagement, and its partnerships
More news...
Events in the Geopark
18 Apr -
17 Aug
Geopark Discovery Experience - Guided Sunset Sea Kayak Safari
English Riviera Geopark
A guided sunset paddle exploring the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark by Sea Kayak. You will...
25 May -
31 Dec
Geopark Discovery Experience - Agatha Christie's Extraordinary Life
English Riviera Geopark
Even if you've never read an Agatha Christie novel or watched one of her plays, it doesn't...
26 - 30 May
Geopark Discover Experience - UNESCO Global Geopark sea grass bed kayak tour
English Riviera Geopark
Embark on a captivating sea grass kayak tour in the English Riviera Geopark, guided by a...
14 Feb -
31 Dec
Kents Cavern - Guided Tour (Daily from 10:30am - 5:00pm)
Kents Cavern
Step into the Stone Age at Britain's oldest home.
We will guide you through an extensive system...
25 Feb
TALK: A History of Torre Abbey
Torquay Museum
Torquay Museum Society Lecture by Michael Rhodes
Michael gives an insight into the history of...
1 Mar
World Book Day at Kents Cavern
SAT 1st & SUN 2nd MARCH & SAT 8TH & SUN 9TH MARCH
Celebrate World Book Day at Kents...
6 Mar
Agatha Christie - Adventurer
Kents Cavern
JOIN US CELEBRATING THE QUEEN OF CRIME FROM BENEATH THE SURFACE
From a young age growing up in...
18 Mar
Yoga in the Cave
Allow yourself to completely relax with no distractions and just the gentle drip of water as...
24 Apr
Explore Ice Age Art with Dr. Paul Bahn at Kents Cavern
Kents Cavern
Join Dr Paul Bahn, archaeologist and Britain’s leading expert on prehistoric rock art, where...
4 May
Dawn Chorus Guided Walk and Occombe Breakfast
Occombe Farm
Join bird expert Mike Langman on an early morning excursion followed by a delicious cooked...
29 May
Bat Walk at Berry Head
Berry head, Brixham
In the face of huge international declines, here at Berry Head we are extremely privileged to have...
9 Jun
Brixham ‘Penguin’ walk with Mike Langman
Berry Head, Brixham
Enjoy breakfast at the Guardhouse Cafe and a wildlife stroll around Berry Head led by wildlife...
19 Jun
Bat Walk at Berry Head
Berry Head, Brixham
In the face of huge international declines, here at Berry Head we are extremely privileged to have...
14 Jul
Cockington Evening Bird Walk
Cockington Country Park
Evening beginners birdwatching walk with wildlife expert Mike Langman
Monday 14th July 7pm...
16 Jul
Cirl Bunting Day
Berry Head, Brixham
Celebrating the Cirl with wildlife expert Mike Langman and Engagement Officer Marije Zwager...
31 Jul
Bat Walk Berry Head
Berry Head, Brixham
In the face of huge international declines, here at Berry Head we are extremely privileged to have...
28 Aug
Bat Walk Berry Head
Berry Head, Brixham
In the face of huge international declines, here at Berry Head we are extremely privileged to have...
21 Sep
Autumn Wreath Making Workshop
Occombe Farm
Get ready for a fabulous autumn making adventure at Occombe Farm! Create a stunning Autumnal...
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Meet our patron
Television's favourite geologist Prof. Iain Stewart is patron of the English Riviera Geopark.
Iain is the presenter of Journeys from the Centre of the Earth, the award winning BBC series Earth - The Power of the Planet and his current BBC series How Earth Made Us.
See what Iain has to say about his role as Geopark patron
Peplows Chartered Accountants
Supporting the English Riviera Global Geopark
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