Join us at the Festival of Geology on November 4th!
Come along to the Festival of Geology at University College London on November 4th for a day of activities, displays, talks and geological fun. There are lots of children’s activities including fossil microscopic workshops! The day runs from 10.30 till 4.30 and entrance is free! And there are things going on to interest every age. Displays by geological groups from all over the country, a photographic competition and talks by...
Sidmouth Science Festival – Sat 14 October 2017
Geo fun for all the family at the Sidmouth Science Festival. Predict the eruption of Sidmouth volcano, make your own fossils, hands-on activities, geo talks through out the day and lots of fascinating local geology. 11.00 till 5.00 in the Masonic Hall, High Street, Sidmouth EX10 8EF Free event. No need to book. Great day out for all ages. Just go along and have fun!
Arran Geofest 2017!
The Isle of Arran, off the west coast of Scotland, is a great place for geology. Walk in the footsteps of Triassic reptiles or marvel at the giant shells that lived at the Equator 300 million years ago. And you can celebrate Arran’s spectacular geology at their Geofest. Friday 15 – Sunday 17 September Three days of walks and talks in what promises to be an amazing weekend. All events are free but there are limited...
Uxbridge Rock Show – 11th-23rd February 2017
Glowing rocks, Dino poo, Gemstones, Fossils, ‘Hands-on Rocks’, ‘The Ages of Ice and Coal’, Local Geology – something for everyone! Have a go at their Minecraft themed treasure hunt! This fascinating exhibition is suitable for all ages and is happening at the Uxbridge Library. It’s being put on by the Harrow and Hillingdon Geological Society and experts from the society will be there for you to talk...
Rockwatchers hunting for fossils
Rockwatch members – new and existing – had a great time last weekend exploring the Silurian sediments of Whitman’s Hill Quarry. Lots of fossils were found including two superb trilobites and a range of brachiopods and...