Geoparks in Scotland
What are Scotland’s Geoparks?
Scotland’s Geoparks are areas that have sites and landscapes of international geological significance, that are promoted and managed for tourism, conservation and education. Geoparks in Scotland are expected to be financially self-sustaining, and they do not receive any on-going funding from the Scottish Government.
Each Geopark is run by a local community organisation, so they have different structures and priorities. The Scottish Geology Trust recognises the value and importance of Geoparks in Scotland, as regions of best practice, with management plans that complement our vision and charitable aims.
Scotland’s Geoparks are where geology meets the public. With over 40,000 visitors to their visitor centres every year, they provide a key interface for promoting Scottish geology.
