Leader: Richard Wrigley
This three day field trip will visit classic localities of Cumbrian geology. The leaders have published extensively on Lakeland geology. The trip will be based in Kendal which has good train and road links, and a range of accommodation, restaurants and pubs. Participants will be required to make their own accommodation arrangements. Car share will be necessary for travel to locations each day as several localities have limited parking.
The trip will follow itineraries published in the Geologists’ Association Guide No.77, Cumbria, available from the GA website:
https://geologistsassociation.org.uk/ga_shop/#!/77-cumbria-3430
• Thursday 12 June: arrive in Kendal for evening introduction, safety and logistics
• Friday 13 June: Ordovician, Borrowdale Volcanic Group, Honister - Professor Hugh Tuffen, University of Lancaster
• Saturday 14 June: Silurian, Windermere Supergroup, Coniston - Prof Ben Kneller, University of Aberdeen
• Sunday 15 June: Carboniferous, Urswick Limestone Formation, Holme Park and Trowbarrow Quarries - Dr Andy Horbury, Cambridge Carbonates and Richard Wrigley, Westmorland Geological Society
Days 1 and 2 will be in mountain terrain with some ascent/descent, therefore, outdoor clothing suitable for all weathers and walking boots is required. Walking will be on a mix of mountain path and open fell. A packed lunch/refreshments will be required on Days 1 & 2.
Day 3 will visit two quarry locations (one active). Participants will require boots, hard hat and hi- viz vest. Lunch will be taken at RSPB Leighton Moss.
Cost: GA Members £15, non-GA Members £50 (non-refundable)
Image: Great Scar Limestone Group Overturned beds of Urswick Limestone Formation.
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