Somerset
Field Trip to the Mendips
Layby about 300 yards South East of St Hugh's Church, Charterhouse. St Hughs Church, Charterhouse, Somerset, United KingdomAlthough our last trip was only last week, the August trip is early in the month. It will be led by Martin Gledhill who has local interest and knowledge. The trip is 5 mile walk but follows a figure of eight route with the cars parked in the centre of the eight. The first loop … Continue reading "Field Trip to the Mendips"
Mendips Natural Resources
Peter Thomas Lecture Theatre, Wells Cathedral School (WCS), The Liberty, Wells, Somerset, United KingdomA talk by Geologist David Rowley from Wells Cathedral School to discover more about Mendip's unique geo resources. Parking available at Wells Cathedral School. Tickets £3 donation. Max 40. Booking
Charterhouse History and Blackdown Industrial Archaeology Walk
Charterhouse Outdoor Activity Centre Charterhouse, Bristol, SomersetJoin Dr Andrew Newton to discover the fascinating history of the Mendip Lead and other history on this walk of ~ 6miles. Drinks/waterproofs. Parking at AONB Car Park, Charterhouse Activity Centre, ST505 556. Sunday 30th Sept - 10.00am to 2pm Guided Walk Max 25. Booking
Burrington Combe Geo Walk
Burrington Inn Burrington Inn, Burrington Combe, Bristol, Somerset, United KingdomExplore the carboniferous series rocks in the Combe with Dr Peter Hardy. Geo walk to discover the geological history of the Burrington rocks, from oldest to youngest carboniferous rocks as we walk up the Combe. Parking in lower car park of Burrington Combe/Burrington Inn. BS40 7AU. Max 15. Saturday 13th Oct - 2pm-4.30pm An Earth … Continue reading "Burrington Combe Geo Walk"
Somerset Coal Field Walk Radstock: Middle Pit and Clandown
A walk with Richard Frost and the Mendip Society around the industrial remains of the Somerset Coal Field. Remains of old mines, batches & railways. Some moderate climbs/descents, stiles, may be muddy in places. Parking near to Radstock Museum, BA3 3EP. Walking boots/shoes, approx. 5 miles. Donations £3pp. An Earth Science Week Event Booking
Batts Combe Quarry Tour: a Limestone Legacy
Batts Combe Quarry Batts Combe Quarry, Warrens Hill, Cheddar, SomersetA guided tour with Hanson UK to view inside this Burrington Oolite quarry, a mineral very valuable as a pure limestone for animal feed, toothpaste and many industrial fillers. Wear boots, long sleeves, no shorts, safety wear provided. Meet at Batts Combe Quarry office car park, Warrens Hill, Cheddar, BS27 3LR. Limited places. Charge £5pp. … Continue reading "Batts Combe Quarry Tour: a Limestone Legacy"
Batts Combe Quarry Tour: a Limestone Legacy
Batts Combe Quarry Batts Combe Quarry, Warrens Hill, Cheddar, SomersetA guided tour with Hanson UK to view inside this Burrington Oolite quarry, a mineral very valuable as a pure limestone for animal feed, toothpaste and many industrial fillers. Wear boots, long sleeves, no shorts, safety wear provided. Meet at Batts Combe Quarry office car park, Warrens Hill, Cheddar, BS27 3LR. Limited places. Charge £5pp. … Continue reading "Batts Combe Quarry Tour: a Limestone Legacy"
Charles Moore and his Fossils
Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution 16 Queen Square, Bath, Somerset, United KingdomMatt Williams, BRLSI Collections Manager In 1854 Charles Moore joined the BRLSI and deposited his already substantial collections of fossils to be exhibited ‘for the Public Benefit’. On his death in 1881, the BRLSI purchased Moore’s collection from his widow for more than £1000. Now recognised as internationally important, this unique collection is still yielding … Continue reading "Charles Moore and his Fossils"
Halecombe Quarry Geology
Somerset Earth Science Centre Somerset Earth Science Centre Moon's Hill Quarry, Stoke St Michael, Radstock, SomersetA rare chance to see inside this working limestone quarry and explore the rock exposures with Dr Ian Brewer, Senior Geologist with Tarmac. For 16yrs and over. Charge £5 pp. Wear boots, long sleeves, no shorts, safety wear provided. Limited places 10 per tour. Booking Parking at Somerset Earth Science Centre (SESC), for minibus tour. … Continue reading "Halecombe Quarry Geology"
Halecombe Quarry Geology
Somerset Earth Science Centre Somerset Earth Science Centre Moon's Hill Quarry, Stoke St Michael, Radstock, SomersetA rare chance to see inside this working limestone quarry and explore the rock exposures with Dr Ian Brewer, Senior Geologist with Tarmac. For 16yrs and over. Charge £5 pp. Wear boots, long sleeves, no shorts, safety wear provided. Limited places 10 per tour. Booking Parking at Somerset Earth Science Centre (SESC), for minibus tour. … Continue reading "Halecombe Quarry Geology"
Explore Ebbor Gorge Family Fun Day
Ebbor Gorge National Nature Reserve Ebbor Gorge National Trust Car Park, Somerset, United KingdomFun packed family day of sand pit 'fossil digs’, story-telling, guided walks to gorge and caves and much more to reveal the reserve’s unique geology and rare archaeological finds. With Mendip Hills AONB, SESC, The Mendip Society and Natural England. Family activities/rocks and fossils. Refreshments. Ebbor Gorge National Nature Reserve, ST 520 484. Car park … Continue reading "Explore Ebbor Gorge Family Fun Day"
Festival Finale at Wells Museum: Geo resources in our lives
Wells and Mendip Museum 8 Cathedral Green, Wells, Somerset, United KingdomA day of inspiring talks and lunch, celebrating the finale of Mendip Rocks 2018. Speakers include: Prof Chris King “Mining for Diamonds” Doug Robinson (Bristol University) – “Wells City Building Heritage – a 350 million year old story” Other speakers tbc Also: Local fossil collections on display and view the “Mendip Rocks! Box”. Raffle £15 … Continue reading "Festival Finale at Wells Museum: Geo resources in our lives"
Mendip Rocks! 2019
A festival of events celebrating the 450 million year geology of the Mendip Hills! View/Download
Clatworthy Reservoir, Brendon Hills, West Somerset
Clatworthy Reservoir Public Car Park at Clatworthy Reservoir, Clatworthy, Somerset, United KingdomLocal Geology Site (LGS) Conservation. This Field Trip (Day) is a continuation of the clearance work started at this Local Geology Site last Summer. We hope to reveal more of the geological structure of the site. This is a Local Geology Site consisting of three locations by Clatworthy Reservoir. Last year we cleared vegetation and … Continue reading "Clatworthy Reservoir, Brendon Hills, West Somerset"
DGAG Events and Coronavirus (COVID-19)
As the National restrictions begin to relax, we hope to restart many of our planned events, including field trips. All events will be compliant with the relevant COVID-guidelines. Geologists' Association Coronavirus Action Plan
CANCELLED Portishead
Portishead , United KingdomDGAG Field Trip to Portishead. Leader Alan Holiday. Meet at 10.30 am at the western end of the esplanade at Portishead. Nearest postcode to rendezvous: BS20 7HU. Then walk SW along the Severn Estuary foreshore looking at Devonian Old Red Sandstone (ORS) sediments with interesting sedimentary structures before seeing a fine example of an … Continue reading "CANCELLED Portishead"
In the Footsteps of William Smith
Monkton Combe Village Hall, Monkton Combe, SomersetPortrait of William Smith aged 68 (courtesy of The Geological Society) This walk has been rescheduled from an original date in October 2021. William Smith came up with many of his ideas while working as surveyor on the Somerset Coal Canal from 1793 to 99, including the idea for making the world's first … Continue reading "In the Footsteps of William Smith"
North Somerset Coast – Weekend Residential
Weekend Residential looking at the Triassic and Lower Jurassic. North Somerset coast (Kilve, Watchet, Blue Anchor and possibly Lilstock). Suggested accommodation is Minehead.
Mendip Rocks!
Mendip Rocks! is an annual festival of geology that hosts a series of events to celebrate the fascinating 450 million year history of the Mendip Hills! It engages people of all ages by providing unique opportunities to experience and understand how geology influences the landscape, heritage, and wildlife of this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty … Continue reading "Mendip Rocks!"
OUGS Wessex Branch AGM & Talks
The D’Urberville Centre The D’Urberville Centre, Colliers Lane, Wool, Dorset, United KingdomOUGS Wessex Branch AGM. To elect the Branch committee. If you wish to stand for a position, or just help, please let us know as soon as possible. The OUGS is open to all, not just past and present students of the Open University.