About Yorkshire Fossil Festival

Since 2014 with valued assistance from partners and funders, we’ve not only learned to walk, but have grown wings. 2026 has marked a major evolution, as we’ve worked towards solo, unassisted flight, aiming for new heights of public engagement with GeoHeritage – our shared past, present and future. 

In a difficult financial climate, we are awaiting news from various funders on exciting projects that will help our charity support the Geoheritage Sector and reach more people across our heartlands – the North of England. In the meantime we’re working with event partners to develop strength in our unique offer of creative Earth Science public engagement.

Meanwhile, our directors are seeking energy from leadership advisors; partnership from collaborative organisations; and founding a committee of volunteers to run future public events. We’re inviting people from all walks of life to get involved – from fossil enthusiasts to professionals across the sectors of culture, heritage, academia and industry.

We are building UK-wide partnerships with others who dare to think, act, and create differently. To share Geoheritage activities and creative experiences with the widest audience, in ways that no-one else can. 

A massive thanks to those who’ve journeyed with us to get here. Exhibitors, museum partners, funders, local authorities, academics, universities, traders, rockhounds, creatives and everyone who has been part of our GeoHeritage. 

As we further evolve we have faith that our wings will be supported by your energy.

Charity Trustees & Management Team

Steve Cousins, Dr Liam Herringshaw, Dr Pete King, Sally Hollingworth, Rose Want, Professor Fiona Gill, and Holly Turner