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The Petrified Forest on the Greek Island of Lesvos
Sip back and explore the Lesvos Petrified Forest, a UNESCO Global Geopark in Greece preserving Lower Miocene fossil trees, subtropical flora, and rare mammal remains, including Prodeinotherium bavaricum. Discover Sigri, Plaka, Bali-Alonia, and Nissiopi Parks, and the Natural History Museum showcasing 46+ fossil plant species and unique in situ petrified palms.
Jan 6, 20233 min read


The Napak Primate Fossils of Uganda
Sip back and explore Napak in northern Uganda is one of Africa’s richest fossil sites for well preserved Miocene hominoid primates. Recognised by the IUGS as a Geological Heritage Site, Mount Napak preserves volcanic ash layers and palaeosols yielding early apes such as Ugandapithecus and Afropithecus. These fossils reveal a tropical woodland environment over 20 million years ago and make Napak a unique destination.
Jan 4, 20233 min read


Mary Anning The Jurassic Coast's Pioneering Palaeontologist and Fossil Collector
Sip back and explore the groundbreaking women of early Earth science, from Mary Anning’s Jurassic Coast fossil discoveries to pioneers like Etheldred Bennet, the Philpot Sisters, Mary Buckland, Charlotte Murchison, and Jane Marcet. Discover how these Georgian, Regency, and Victorian women shaped geology, palaeontology, and science education, overcoming gender and social barriers to leave an enduring legacy in Earth sciences.
Feb 15, 20226 min read
Find out more about gin, cocktail recipes, our fossil coastline, and the places
along the way that you can enjoy a jigger of Fossil Coast Gin.
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