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Walk the 4600 million years of Earth’s history. Join a transformative learning experience diving into geology, ecology, paleoclimatology and much more.
Join this guided Deep Time Walk, an immersive outdoor experience that takes participants on a journey through the 4.6-billion-year history of Earth. By walking a carefully measured distance together, we compress geological time into human-scale steps, allowing you to physically experience key moments in Earth’s evolution — from the formation of the planet, through the emergence of life, to the very recent appearance of humans.
Along the walk, facilitators share stories, scientific insights, and moments for reflection that bring deep time to life. You will explore how life, climate, and planetary systems have co-evolved, and how brief humanity’s presence has been in comparison. The experience encourages curiosity, awe, and a deeper appreciation of the interconnected systems that sustain life on Earth.
Students and staff are encouraged to attend because the Deep Time Walk offers something rarely found in lectures or seminars: space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect. It provides powerful context for understanding today’s environmental challenges, helping participants see sustainability not just as a technical or policy issue, but as part of a much longer planetary story. Whether you are studying sustainability, science, the humanities, or simply want a fresh perspective on our place in the world, this walk offers an inspiring and grounding experience that can reshape how you think about the future.
The meeting point is English Gardens (https://maps.app.goo.gl/3TRnMzhz32pi2Ctd9) near Regent's Park station.
This event is part of 28 Days of Sustainability 2026 - you can view the full programme here.