Royal Society Summer Science Exhibition 2024 Programme
Rockwatchers – check out this year’s talks and activities lined up for The Royal Society’s Summer Science Exhibition from 2-7 July 2024. Talks include unlocking the past in Antarctica and rehabilitating mines for local communities and the environment. There’s always plenty to see and do, and it’s completely FREE to take part. You can view the full programme on The Royal Society Summer Science...
Book our Rockwatch Field Trip to Somerset Earth Science Centre – 14 August
We’re thrilled to be returning to the Somerset Earth Science Centre this summer on Wednesday 14 August and would love Rockwatchers to join us! We’ll be exploring an exclusive insight into the fabulous collection of fossils and minerals at the Centre in the morning and then enjoy some fabulous fossil hunting at the renowned Writhlington fossil site – a specially preserved area perfect for budding paleontologists. This...
Exploring Carboniferous Limestone: Join Our Rockwatch Field Trip!
Date: Wednesday, August 14, 2024 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location: Somerset Earth Science Centre, Mendip Hills, Somerset Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure into the depths of Carboniferous Somerset? Join us on Wednesday, August 14th, as we embark on a journey to explore the marvellous Mendip Hills, delving into the captivating world of Carboniferous limestone. What to Expect Our day begins at the purpose-built...
Ask an Ologist – FREE Online School Webinar
Rockwatchers might like to ask their teachers to sign up for a FREE online event that’s being organised by Publisher DK. DK are hosting a 45-minute online webinar for school children around the world at 10am on 20 March when they can ask an ologist about fossils, rocks, minerals and more! Gemmologist and Earth Science Educational Consultant, Cally Oldershaw is joining the panel to answer your questions! To find out more and to...
Geodetecting and Fossil Hunting Field Trip on 5th May – NOW FULLY BOOKED!
[Show slideshow] This event is now fully booked. You can contact us to join the waiting list or check out other Rockwatch events coming up! Join us on the next Rockwatch field trip to West Sussex for a spot of Building Stones Geodetective work at the historic Guildhall in Chichester, West Sussex, followed by a fossil hunt on Bracklesham beach from 11.00am to 4.00pm on Sunday 5th May 2024. Activities: Building Stones Geodetective Work...