Field Trips are Back!
BIG NEWS – Rockwatch field trips are back this summer! After what seems like a massive geologic period of time during the covid pandemic, we’re excited to be dusting off our hard hats and hi-vis jackets for a summer of geology field trips. The full events programme will be published in your next magazine that’s due out in April and also be added to the events section of the website, but we couldn’t wait to tell...
Michele’s Calcite Crystals from Lulworth Cove
This week’s fabulous find was discovered by young geology enthusiast Michele from iconic Lulworth Cove in Dorset on the Jurassic Coastline. Sending in details about her specimen for further investigation, Michele wondered if her rock might be fossilised wood, grass or plant matter. Rockwatch Ambassador Michael explains that clues to its form lie in its fibrous appearance as well as its location. Resembling the fibrous texture of beef,...
Nothe Gardens Landslide, then and now
Week 10 is the final in our current Dig Deeper series where Alan Holiday shares a visually dramatic account of a major landslide that took place in the 1980s in Nothe Gardens, in Weymouth. A popular area for residents and holiday makers, Nothe Gardens is located on the southside of Weymouth Harbour along the Jurassic Coastline in Dorset. Alan shows us the huge impact the landslide had on the area, though luckily spared nearby Nothe...
Fossil hunting and geology on the Dorset Coast 29 July – 2 August
Rockwatchers had a fabulous time on our annual residential fieldtrip to the wonderful coast of Dorset and Devon. Five days exploring the exceptional geology of the area, hunting for fossils and walking in the steps of famous geologists from long ago! And they even managed a boat trip and visit to Brownsea Island! Look out for our annual trip to the Jurassic Coast and book for next year. It’s an experience not to be missed. ...
Annual Dorset Residential Fieldtrip – 29 July to 3 August 2019
Our annual Rockwatch exploration of the Dorset Coast. A fabulous week of geological adventure and fun. Meet other Rockwatchers and their families as well as experts who will show you the geological wonders the area holds! Download the Booking...