Fossil Walk at Folkestone

Meeting Point – 1pm: By the information board opposite the junction of Foreland Avenue and Wear Bay Road. https://maps.app.goo.gl/TCy9iyEnEyAkQ1kz5

At the meeting point a brief explanation of the local geology will be given and some fossils from the beach shown. The presence of Roman Villa nearby will also be explained. (approx.10 Minutes)

We will then head down to the beach before a recap on how to be safe and spend about an hour in the bay looking for fossils. (approx.1.5 hours)

Then we will walk to end of the promenade (if it is accessible|) to look more closely at the Chalk (30 Minutes)

Next, we will explore a section of beach where abundant sea glass can be found for about 30 Minutes. Those that wish to can take a break as there are suitable places to sit and relax. (approx.30 Minutes)

Then we will walk back along the beach while the tide is out and look for more fossils from the clay and greensand, keeping an eye out for dinosaur footprints. (approx.1 hour).

Return to the meeting Point (approx.20 Minutes)

Suitable for Beginners

By the end of the course you should have:

• Gained an understanding of the geology of the area
• Found and identified a variety of rocks and fossils

What to bring:

• Clothes suitable for the weather.
• Drinks (2 litres recommended per person)
• Snacks in case you get hungry
• Hand sanitiser for use before eating
• A trowel or chisel for digging in fallen clay and chalk material
• Notebook and pencil
• Containers and tissue paper for finds

Led by Philip Hadland BSc MSc, Qualified Geologist. Phil has over 20 years of geological fieldwork experience, over 10 years’ experience of leading geology walks and is famous for his excellent fossil identification skills.

For further information, please visit the Study Days page of the Kent Wildlife Trust website.

Also check out other Meetups in Folkestone, Workshops in Folkestone.