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The Geopark has much to offer visitors who want to reconnect with nature and with themselves. We would love to hear from you.
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Copper Coast UNESCO Geopark is famed for its geological & mining heritage & rugged coastline, discover more at our Visitor Centre opened Thursday - Sunday from 10.00 - 16.00 There are hidden coves and soft, golden beaches with undisturbed beauty to explore. We invite our visitors to begin their discovery at the Copper Coast Global Geopark Visitor Centre where our friendly staff are ready with a bi

g welcome to the Geological and Mining Heritage Exhibition which is suitable for all ages and abilities. Visitors of all ages can enjoy the award winning films and interactive models that recreate the industry, dangerous working conditions and brings to life the lives of the miners. There are a range of trails and activities that celebrate and explore the unique Sense of Place of Waterford's Copper Coast Geopark, suitable for families, sight seekers, culture enthusiasts and adventurers. Join us on a journey of discovery as you lose yourself in the sense of place of Waterford’s Copper Coast Geopark! Established in 2001 by the local community and experts in geology and heritage with the aim of promoting sustainable tourism, the Copper Coast Geopark has achieved much success. We may be the smallest Geopark in the world, we pride ourselves on being the friendliest. The purpose of a Geopark is to explore, develop and celebrate the links between geological, natural, cultural and intangible heritage assets. We are keen to connect with like-minded people and organisations, please don't be shy and get in touch. We provide work experience opportunities in:
- Geology
- Heritage
- Tourism
- Community development
- Social enterprise

11/10/2024

Great day showcasing our 3 projects at the GSI Geoheritage Grants Project Showcase in Dublin!

03/10/2024

A fantastic day exploring the Copper Coast with Waterford Rural Tourism Members!

23/09/2024

Fantastic tour along the Copper Coast today with Geologist Robbie Galvin!

21/09/2024

It's that time of year again - Time for the Big Beach Clean 2024. We welcome everyone, young, old, middle-aged to be part of this nationwide campaign to keep our coasts clean. Put it in the diary, Saturday 21st Sept (weather dependent) and make it a family occasion - Be part of your community

11/09/2024

09/09/2024

Visitor Centre Updated Opening Hours!

23/08/2024

The windy weather last Wednesday didn’t stop anyone from enjoying the Geological Walk in Bunmahon led by Robbie Galvin of the Copper Coast Geopark for Heritage Week.

01/07/2024

You might enjoy this incredible video by the The Discovery Programme explaining some findings from recent archeological work on the Copper Coast.

And if you are interested in our coast’s archeology you might also be happy to hear we have a new virtual archeology tour of the same area coming soon to our website.

Stay tuned.

Join us to explore Illaunobrick Iron Age Promontory Fort with the Discovery Programme's Coastal and Maritime archaeologist Dr Edward Pollard.Illaunobrick, on...

13/06/2024

Visitor Centre Summer Opening Hours!

05/06/2024

Great shoot with "Lisa Walsh Photography" to capture content for our new website that is on the way

09/01/2024

The New York Times just published its list of the top 52 places to visit in the world in 2024.

Waterford made the list and the featured image is of the Copper Coast Geopark.

According to the New York Times

"Waterford’s natural riches rival its historical ones, notably the Copper Coast, hemmed by towering cliffs and scalloped coves."

No matter why you travel, our list offers inspiration.

21/11/2023

Save the date - Bunmahon Tidy Towns welcomes Santa to Bonmahon on 1st Dec. All are welcome to visit Santa and Mrs. Claus. Santa will have a small surprise for all the kids. There will be music, sweet treats and singing on the evening. What a way to get the Christmas season off to a fun-filled start. It will be the official launch of Bunmahon's Christmas lights.
Please park at the main carpark by the playground and walk to the area outside the Surf School where the fun will begin! If any other community groups wish to get involved, you are more than welcome to join in and get in touch. Safety of the children on the night is paramount so if you wish to help out with traffic calming on the night, please let us know. We look forward to seeing you there. It will be a lovely way to bring everyone together at the start of the festive season

18/11/2023

A workshop on the pressing issue of coastal erosion, guided by the expert insights from Copper Coast Geologist, Robbie Galvin. Learn more about the complex processes driving coastal erosion, the implications of this natural phenomenon, and strategies being employed to mitigate its impact. Attendees....

15/11/2023

Is the moon a chip off the old block?

Tonight in the Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre at 7.30pm, there is going to be a fantastic talk about the Geology of the Moon from the south east astronomy association.

It's totally free and well worth coming out for.

Lecture hosted by the South East Astronomy group and the Copper Coast Geopark about the geology of the Moon. This session aims to shed light on the distinctive geological features of our satellite. Audience: General Public, Adults Venue: Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre FREE EVENT. But ticketing....

13/11/2023

Tomorrow night (14th) in Ardkeen Library at 7pm

Come learn about Ireland's Geothermal Potential with Dr.Sarah Blake and Hannah Vance Cronin.

https://www.calmast.ie/events/category/se-science-festival/page/2/

Waterford City and County Libraries

Please note this is just a sample of the event coming up throughout the year. To keep up to date make sure to follow us on social media or Subscribe to our newletter.

08/11/2023

Whiskey and Geology, is there a link?

Check out this unique event for the Science Week Ireland 2023 happening next week.

! Even in spirit.

For 2023, embark on a journey about soil, terroir, geology and how they are connected to nuanced flavours in .

Waterford Whisky is teaming up with Copper Coast Geopark and South East Technological University to bring you 'Waterford Whisky On The Rocks', a captivating tasting event hosted at Waterford Distillery, where we'll delve into the intriguing world of whisky and the impact of terroir on the flavour of single malt whisky.

Do not Miss this Unique Event!
📌 Save the Date: 16th of November - 7 PM
Booking required on waterford whisky: https://shop.waterfordwhisky.com/products/whiskyontherocks

👀 Have a look at all the other amazing events at the South East Science Festival: https://tinyurl.com/2s4cedhr

Science Week Ireland Science Foundation Ireland
Waterford City and County Council

23/10/2023

Great tour with with the Cork Geological Association yesterday around some of our star geo sites. The weather was on our side too.

21/10/2023

Out and about yesterday with representatives of the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications to examine ways of mapping and making safe historical mine shafts around the Copper Coast Geopark.

06/10/2023

Today is International Geodiversity Day (IGD)! But what is "Geodiversity". This article from UNESCO explains.

International Geodiversity Day was first celebrated in 2022 and returns with renewed vigour for its second edition on 6 October 2023.

02/10/2023

Working today with the outreach team from the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies to install a new demonstration seismometer in our visitor centre.

We were also out and out scouting a nearby location for a more sensitive model that might become part of cutting edge research on marine mammal tracking!

27/09/2023

Happening tonight at 7.30pm:
Check out this Free Astronomy Event at the Copper Coast Geopark

18/09/2023

Calling photographers!

If you have a great image of any geological features (could be a close up of a rock, panoramic shot of fracture in a cliff, a valley or hill, close up of a mineral, dramatic view of a mineshaft or anything geological) don't forget to enter it into the Du Noyer photography competition.

Closing date 29 September, 2023.

Why not head outdoors and snap some geological landscapes in your area, then enter the annual geological photo competition, Du Noyer Photographic Competition, run by Geological Survey Ireland.

24/08/2023

Fantastic Guided Walk to the hidden beach at Tra Na Mbo for Heritage Week!

23/08/2023

11/08/2023

Learn about life on the Copper Coast during the early 20th century.

New history exhibition in Dunhill Community Hall opening on the 26th of August.

Saol na nDaoine ar Chósta and Chopair features history, folklore, pictures and artefacts illustrating life on Waterford’s Copper Coast in the early decades of the 20th Century, against the particular backdrop of the years 1912 – 1923, which was a seminal period in Irelands fight for independence.

The exhibition will be opened by the Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr Joe Conway. The event will include live music by local musicians and refreshments.

Copper Coast Geopark Waterford City and County Council Friends of Dunhill Community Hall

Address

Copper Coast Geopark
Knockmahon
X42T923

Website

http://www.coppercoastgeopark.com/

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Videos

Fantastic geological walk around Tramore today with Robbie Galvin (Copper Coast Geopark) and Tramore Eco Group for Heritage Week!"

Great shoot with "Lisa Walsh Photography" to capture content for our new website that is on the way

Sunset in Bunmahon on Waterford's Copper Coast October 27th 2020 #coppercoast #unesco #geopark #waterford #ireland

The sun going down on a lovely day in Bunmahon, October 6th 27th 2020

A moment of tranquility in Bunmahon today. Enjoy your day. #coppercoast #staysafe #stayhome #2kfromhome

Copper Coast Virtual Exhibition #2

A quick look at another mineral from the Copper Coast Geoparks exhibition

Copper Coast virtual exhibition

With our exhibition closed for the time being and under renovation, we are going to take this time to showcase some of our minerals and exhibits in a different way. This weeks video is about a large green rock that normally takes pride of place in our mineral display.

kittiwake nesting at Bunmahon March 2020

We are very proud of the Copper Coast Geoparks biodiversity. Kittiwake nesting in the cliff at Bunmahon Bay.

Kids Variety Showcase It was a brilliant night congratulations to all involved! Children from the locality showcased their talents. Friday November 1st 2019 At the Copper Coast Geopark Visitor Centre, Bunmahon.

Happy Halloween everyone here are some happy memories from Halloween past :)

We have a very special visitors in the centre this Saturday. We are honoured to welcome Léine Medieval Crafters to the Geopark. Pastimes - How did Viking Age Women spend their time ? Presented by Léine Medieval Crafters Date: Saturday 24th of August 11am to 4pm Venue: Copper Coast Geopark Centre, Bunmahon Léine Medieval Crafters would like to share with you many of the textile crafts that were an important part of Norse women’s lives a thousand years ago, when Waterford was a Viking settlement. Spinning and weaving, naalbinding and sewing were all essential skills to produce clothing, home wares and sails for adventuring long ships. Come and talk with us and we will tell you about how our clothing was made, and show you the tools and skills needed to create them in past times.