Events

Workshops

Machair: Reflecting on Past Research and Shaping the Future (Online)

26th February 2025

This webinar hosted by the Sand Dune and Shingle Network will explore the evolution of research on machair landscapes over the past 45 years, providing an overview of key findings, trends, and potential gaps in the literature. The session will culminate in a forward-looking discussion, inviting attendees to help shape the future of machair research. Please register here to attend.

Three Decades of Foredune Notching: Insights and Lessons Learned (Online)

19th March 2025

30 Years of Foredune Notching: Insights and Lessons Learned brings together experts from across Europe to reflect on the outcomes, challenges, and learnings from three decades of foredune notching. Designed for researchers, practitioners, and anyone with an interest in coastal conservation, this session offers an opportunity to review what has been achieved and consider practical approaches for the future. Please register here to attend.

Conferences 

New Horizons: Pioneering Research in Dunes and Shingle (Online)

22nd January 2025

This free event is dedicated to highlighting research from PhD and early-career researchers exploring coastal sand dunes, machair, and shingle beaches. The conference is open to all attendees—whether you're a student, researcher, policymaker, you're welcome to join. 

The full conference programme is now available. Please register to attend here.

Sand Dune and Shingle Network Conference (Liverpool)

16th - 18th September 2025

The Sand Dune and Shingle Network is hosting a three-day conference at Liverpool Hope University. This in-person event will feature presentations, workshops and discussions focused on current research and management of sand dune, machair and shingle habitats. Attendees will also have the opportunity to join a field trip to observe local coastal conservation efforts. The conference is open to researchers, practitioners and those interested in coastal environments.