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Date(s) - Saturday, 15 March 2025
All Day
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Ogmore Beach. Photo Credit: visitmidwales.co.uk/
Join us for an exciting Rockwatch field trip led by the esteemed Professor Paul Wright as we explore the incredible geological history of Ogmore-by-Sea and Southerndown in beautiful Wales.
There are just a handful of spaces left on this field trip so hurry to book your place!
Date: Saturday 15th March 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Meeting Point: Large car park at Ogmore-by-Sea near Bridgend
Itinerary:
- Morning: Discover evidence of a 130-million-year time gap between the Carboniferous Limestone and the Triassic period at Ogmore-by-Sea. Explore Triassic lake deposits from when the Atlantic Ocean nearly formed 200 million years ago. We will then stand on 340 million year old Carboniferous sea floors and examine masses of fossils including many different types of corals that once lived there.
- Afternoon: We will visit Jurassic beaches, explore the famous Blue Lias rock formations, similar to the rocks Mary Anning collected from, hopefully find the ghosts of large ammonites and see how the gigantic forces that formed the Alps or the Pyrenees affected what is now South Wales.
Additional Information:
- A total walking distance of 3.5km.
- Participants will need to drive between stops.
- Parking fees may apply.
- Toilets available at both locations.
- Bring a packed lunch and wear sturdy footwear.
- If you’re not a Rockwatch Member and would like to come along, why not join and become a member today!
Don’t miss this opportunity to journey through millions of years of Earth’s history with an expert guide. Book now to secure a place!
Bookings
Children must be accompanied by an adult so please buy tickets for children and accompanying adult/s.Bookings are closed for this event.
