Geology at Lynemouth

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Join NHSN's Earth Sciences Group to explore the fascinating geology of Lynemouth in Northumberland

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Event leads: Karl Egeland-Eriksen & Brenda Turnbull

Date/length: 1 session, Sunday 15 June, 10 am-4 pm

Event cost: £5 NHSN Members/£7.50 Non-Members

Meet at: The Cliff top Car Park, Beach Road, Cresswell, NZ29893, What3Words: stubbed.poets.defend

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About this Event

The rapidly eroding cliffs at Lynemouth are composed of Carboniferous Pennine Coal Measures strata. Fresh exposures of fossilised trees in life position are present, including Sigillaria, Calamites and Lepidodendron.

Accessibility

This walk may may include slopes, rocky areas and areas of uneven or steep ground. Toilet facilities are not present in the near area.

Essential equipment

Sturdy footwear, outdoor clothing, lunch.

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