Join the Geopark for an easy-to-understand introduction to the amazing geology of Charnwood Forest. Dr Jack Matthews will guide you through almost 600 million years of Earth’s history, highlighting incredible stories including the evolution of the world’s oldest known animals, the time when our region was in the heart of a giant desert and the wonderful minerals found in this part of Leicestershire. No specialist knowledge is required to attend, just an interest in natural history and a desire to explore our planet’s past!

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