Beach pebbles: windows into Scotland’s geological past (online lecture)
Online eventDr Angus Miller, University of Edinburgh
Founded 1858 | Promoting public interest in geology and advancing geological knowledge
Founded 1858
Dr Angus Miller, University of Edinburgh
Professor Simon Cuthbert, AGH University of Science and Technology, Krakow
The festival will feature visitor and virtual events, including field trips, online exhibitions, fossil hunting and talks.
A description of the geology of the Fossil Grove and a discussion of the conservation issues affecting of the site
An exploration of the volcanic history of the area, the story of erosion and glaciation, and the views from the summits
A virtual walk describing the geological context of the necropolis and showing examples of the types of rock used in the monuments
Professor Matthew Thirlwall, Royal Holloway, University of London
An online event to help you identify geological specimens or structures that may be puzzling you
Professor Bruce Levell, University of Oxford
A behind-the-scenes look at the geological collection of Sir Charles Lyell and his connection with Darwin and climate change research
