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Fforest Fawr Geopark

Wales' First European Geopark
A standing stone in the Geopark One of the many standing stones in the Geopark

Welcome to the
Fforest Fawr Geopark

Fforest Fawr (the name translates as 'Great Forest' in English) is a swathe of upland country which was included within the Brecon Beacons National Park when it was designated in 1957. These uplands lie at the heart of the Geopark although it extends beyond them to include much surrounding countryside.

Geopark Festival 2011

Walks, talks and events across Fforest Fawr between Saturday 21st May and Sunday 5th June.

European Geoparks

There are 8 Geoparks in the UK and a further 35 in the rest of Europe.

European Geoparks Network

43 areas across Europe working together to conserve and promote their geological heritage

Global Geoparks

A Global Network of around 80 Geoparks assisted by UNESCO and working together with a common aim.

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