Celebrating Our 2024 Rockstar Young Geologists – And Announcing This Year’s Competition!
[Show thumbnails] As we gear up for the 2025 Rockstar Young Geologists’ Competition, we’re taking a moment to celebrate the incredible talent, creativity, and curiosity showcased by last year’s brilliant young geologists. The 2024 competition saw entries from across the country, with participants delving deep into the world beneath our feet – from ancient fossils to fault lines and lava lakes. Our 2024 Rockstar of the Year: Tom’s...
Join the Team as Rockwatch Field Trip Manager
Are you passionate about geology and keen to inspire the next generation of rock stars? Rockwatch, the junior branch of the Geologists’ Association, is on the lookout for a Field Trip Manager to help organise and deliver our exciting calendar of geological adventures across the UK. Thanks to the growing success of Rockwatch and increasing demand for field trips, this volunteer role offers a unique opportunity to be part of something...
Discover the Wonders of Science at the Royal Society’s Summer Science Exhibition!
1–6 July 2025 | Free Entry | Fun for All Ages Rockwatchers – get ready for an exciting week of discovery! The Royal Society’s Summer Science Exhibition is back from 1–6 July 2025, and it’s bursting with amazing activities, inspiring talks, and cutting-edge science – all completely free and perfect for curious minds of all ages. With 13 flagship exhibits, a Young Researcher Zone showcasing brilliant school students, and a packed...
Pebble Detectives in Action – Rockwatch at Thorndon Country Park
thorndon-pebble-hunter-sm Image 1 of 6 Rockwatch Pebble Detective! Saturday 31 May 2025 |Essex Rockwatchers were out in force at Thorndon Country Park this May for an exciting Pebble Trail Adventure – and what a fantastic day it was! Building on the pebble skills many members gained at our recent Harrow Weald Common event, this field trip gave everyone the chance to test their knowledge in the wild, guided once again by our brilliant...
Rockwatch at the 2025 Lyme Regis Fossil Festival – Join the Fun!
[Show slideshow] Dates: Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th June Time: From 10:00 AM Location: Lyme Regis, Jurassic Coast The Lyme Regis Fossil Festival is back for 2025, and Rockwatch is excited to be joining the fun once again! Set against the stunning backdrop of the Jurassic Coast, this vibrant, family-friendly festival is a highlight of the geological calendar. Over the weekend, visitors can enjoy a fantastic mix of exploration,...
Discover the Stories Hidden in Stone at Thorndon Country Park!
[Show slideshow] 31 May 2025 | 10.30–1pm | £2.50 per person If you joined us for our recent Pebble Adventure at Harrow Weald Common, you won’t want to miss what’s next! We’re heading to Thorndon Country Park in Essex for another hands-on Pebble Trail exploration — and this time, you can put your new pebble-spotting skills to the test! Follow the trail to discover a variety of pebbles — flint, pot-lid, red flint and more — and...