Celebrating Devon’s World-Class Heritage

Devon’s world-class heritage will come under the spotlight at a day of public talks that the Devonshire Association is hosting in Tiverton on Saturday 10^th May.

Devon stands out among England’s historic counties as being home to no less than six heritage assets that have been recognised by UNESCO as having global significance. These are:

Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape World Heritage Site

Dorset and East Devon Coast World Heritage Site

English Riviera Global Geopark

North Devon Biosphere Reserve

Exeter City of Literature

Exeter Cathedral’s Exeter Book of Anglo-Saxon Poetry

At its Symposium on Saturday 10 May The Devonshire Association is bringing together expert speakers on all these topics for a lively day of talks and discussion. They will be highlighting the social, environmental and economic benefits these heritage areas bring to Devon. The day, which is supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and UNESCO UK, promises to be both revelatory and inspiring.

Simon Timms, the Devonshire Association’s President for 2024/25 said:

“The Devonshire Association has been championing Devon’s heritage for over 160 years. Thanks to National Lottery players we are able to offer everyone this rare opportunity to hear up-to-date presentations about all six of our county’s finest heritage assets”.

The Symposium, at Petroc College, Bolham Road, Tiverton, EX16 6SH, is open to all but prior booking is essential. Online bookings can be made at devonassoc.org.uk/whats-on/booking/.

More details are available on the Devonshire Association’s website at www.devonassoc.org.uk/presidents-symposium-may-2025/