The Jurassic Coast Trust (JCT) have undertaken a mid-year review of the key priorities identified in the 2020-2025 World Heritage Site Partnership Plan (the Plan), for the period January-July 2023 and are pleased to share significant progress of the objectives to date. The Plan, which sets out objectives to achieve the identification, conservation and sustainability…
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As we head into the summer events season, things are getting very busy for us at the Jurassic Coast Trust. We are heading to Lyme Regis Fossil Festival, Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th June 2024. Come and chat to us about the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, its rocks and fossils! We are planning lots…
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The Trading company, launched late in 2022, generates and facilitates innovative opportunities for the Trust to achieve long term financial security for the Charity, whilst also establishing new ways to work with businesses and communities who want to contribute towards protecting and conserving the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. Lucy Culkin, CEO for the Trust…
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There is no doubt about it, this last winter has been the most active for landslides and rock falls along the Jurassic Coast for many years. Here is a rundown of the things we at the Jurassic Coast Trust are aware of, its likely there have been further impacts that we have not heard about.…
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Thinking of spending Father’s Day on the Jurassic Coast? With an abundance of walks, watersports and places to stop for Sunday Lunch, there’s always something to do in the Jurassic Coast, whether you are marking the day or not. If you need some inspiration, take a look at some of the events and activities on…
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The Jurassic Coast Geo-Heritage Sustainability Study project aims to investigate and provide a better understanding of the future risks to the Outstanding Universal Value of the Jurassic Coast UNESCO World Heritage Site, and understand how we might better conserve the unique geodiversity at the site. The Environment Act 2021 sets out the Government’s aim to…
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Businesses across Dorset celebrated on 1st February as 260 winners were awarded at the 11th Dorset Tourism Awards at Weymouth Pavilion. The event saw a return to pre-pandemic numbers as hospitality businesses of all kinds were recognised for their excellence following a rigorous judging process. Many are also excited by the chance of onward progression…
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The Jurassic Coast Trust (JCT) shares the news that the consultancy IPW has completed the initial feasibility study into a potential new museum and visitor centre for the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site (JCWHS). The proposal for a new museum and centre seeks to address a key conservation need for the World Heritage Site –…
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The Jurassic Coast Protected Site Strategy is underway! In our last work update, we introduced Saskia Elliott, who is leading on our Protected Site Strategy Project. There will be lots to say about the project as it develops, but Saskia has already been making great progress after only three weeks in the role. Working closely…
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