Berry Head

Berry Head National Nature Reserve is part of the English Riviera UNESCO Global Geopark. Malcolm will lead this day by introducing special aspects of this remarkable landscape, which displays evidence of both natural and military history.

It also offers stunning views across the bay and along the South Devon coast.

Devon can boast to being the only English county that has a geological era named after it.

About the leader

Professor Malcolm Hart, is an internationally renowned micro-paleontologist whose work over a period of more than 40 years has led to fundamental advances in knowledge of the taxonomy, evolution, ecology and bio-stratigraphy of foraminifera.

He has published over 180 research papers, edited 8 books and supervised 35 PhD students. He was awarded the professor of micro-paleontology in 1982.

Event information

The route will be over fairly flat terrain, with a few short climbs.

Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing for the activity and weather.

Booking information

• Advance booking for this event is required. In order to book you will need an account on our website. If you already have an account you will be prompted to log in when you click 'book now'. Please create an account if you do not have one yet (you do not need to be a member of the Society to create an account).
• Tickets are £10. Please book by midday on 26 June.
• We do not issue tickets (electronic or physical) for this event. Instead your name will be on a list at the door.
• Your contact details (name and mobile phone number) will be shared with the event organiser in case of emergency or last-minute change to the event. The event organiser will delete all of the information provided by you within seven days of the event taking place.
• If you have any pre-existing medical conditions that will affect your ability to participate in this visit (including any dietary allergies) please let us know events@rgs.org

If you have any questions or require assistance with your booking, please email events@rgs.org

This event has been organised by the South West regional committee with Plymouth Branch of the Devonshire Association.