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