A 4 km trail along the River Kelvin with good exposures of Carboniferous rocks (sandstone, mudstone and silstone) and numerous bridges with interesting stonework.
Founded 1858 | Promoting public interest in geology and advancing geological knowledge
Founded 1858
A 4 km trail along the River Kelvin with good exposures of Carboniferous rocks (sandstone, mudstone and silstone) and numerous bridges with interesting stonework.
Around the towns of Kilsyth and Cumbernauld lies an area rich in geology interest, natural and industrial heritage.
Find out about the many glacially deposited hills upon which much of the city was built.
History, nature and geology can be enjoyed at this site.
Explore the geology of some of the remarkable monuments in this cemetery. The architecture, sculpture, views and stories continue to fascinate visitors.
Explore the remains of a Carboniferous volcano at the Duncryne Hill, Gartocharn.
Many different types of rock have been used in the construction of Glasgow’s buildings. A booklet describing a geological trail around the buildings of Central Glasgow is available to download from the website.
A geological information board describing the geology and landscape evolution of the Campsie Fells.