NEW Summer Adventure! Discover Gamelands Stone Circle with Rockwatch
Looking for something a little different to do during the summer holidays? We’ve all heard of Stonehenge, but did you know there are many other ancient stone circles waiting to be discovered across the UK? This summer, join Rockwatch as we head north to Cumbria to explore one of these remarkable prehistoric sites. Led by our knowledgeable field trip leader, Audrey Brown, we’ll discover how rocks, landscapes and people came together to...
Don’t Miss Your Summer Rockwatch Adventure!
Summer is one of the best times to get outside, explore amazing places and discover geological wonders. While many of this year’s Rockwatch field trips have already sold out, there are still a few exciting opportunities to join us before the summer comes to an end. Whether you’re an experienced fossil hunter or just beginning your geological journey, our remaining events offer something for every young geologist and their...
Sunshine, Dinosaurs and Discoveries in Folkestone
Our second Rockwatch visit to Folkestone this year proved to be another huge success, with glorious sunshine, fascinating discoveries and plenty of smiles throughout the day. Led by the ever-enthusiastic Steve Friedrich, our young geologists and their families spent the day exploring one of the UK’s most exciting dinosaur footprint locations. Conditions couldn’t have been better, with clear skies and excellent visibility...
Discover Dagstone, Dinosaurs and Jurassic Treasures at Daglingworth Quarry
What do dinosaur bones, ancient sea creatures, Jurassic limestones and traditional building stone all have in common? You can discover the answer at our forthcoming Rockwatch field trip to Daglingworth Quarry on Saturday 27th June. Nestled in the beautiful Gloucestershire countryside near Cirencester, Daglingworth Quarry offers a remarkable window into life around 170 million years ago. The quarry exposes thick sequences of Middle...
Blustery Weather Brings Brilliant Fossil Finds at Bracklesham Bay
Rockwatchers enjoyed a fun — if rather windy — afternoon at Bracklesham Bay recently, joining fossil experts David and Anne Bone and Rockwatch helper Kate Adler for another memorable fossil-hunting adventure on the Sussex coast. Even Eddie the dog enjoyed it, sporting his warm jacket and Rockwatch badge! The weather may have kept everyone reaching for extra layers, but experienced fossil hunters know that unsettled conditions can...