What Are Rigs?

Regionally Important Geological and Geomorphological Sites

Regionally Important Geological and Geomorphological Sites (RIGS) are important sites which do not have the formal statutory protection of SSSIs but complement the SSSI coverage.

In Leicestershire, RIGS are selected on a local basis by a group of geological experts under the umbrella of the Leicestershire & Rutland Wildlife Trust, according to nationally agreed criteria.

Local planning authorities are notified of the RIGS which have been declared in their area and encouraged to protect the RIGS through the planning process.

Further information on RIGS can be found on Natural England's website

RIGS in Charnwood
Sites have been re-assessed by the Leicestershire RIGS Group and 5 were confirmed to be of regional importance in Charnwood so far. The re-assessment process of geological sites is ongoing.

Further information can be viewed on Leicestershire County Council's website.