Halecombe Quarry Afternoon Tour
Tue 20 Oct · 14:00
Somerset Earth Science Centre
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The Somerset Earth Science Centre will offer a guided tour of Halecombe Quarry on 20th October 2026. The tour focuses on the Lower Carboniferous limestones that formed the northern limb of the Beacon Hill Pericline. Ticket prices are available on the centre's website.
Come and see the full sequence of Lower Carboniferous limestones which formed the northern limb of the Beacon Hill Pericline.
Overview
Explore the full sequence of Lower Carboniferous limestones that make up the northern limb of the Beacon Hill Pericline on this unique guided minibus quarry tour. Discover how these ancient rocks formed, and how they are extracted and processed.
Where to Meet
Somerset Earth Science Centre, Stoke St Michael, BA3 5JU. What3words ///crypt.bluntly.loud. Please reverse park.
What to Expect
A unique minibus tour with knowledgable guides.
Close‑up views of exposed limestone formations
Insights into historic and modern extraction techniques
Short walks on uneven ground.
Quarry Safety
Please wear appropriate clothing including trousers, long sleeved tops, and boots. Safety wear will be provided. Not suitable for children under 10.
Booking Required. £15 per person.
Important: Eventbrite limits purchases to 1 ticket per order. For groups of 2 or more, please make multiple bookings. Places are limited.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Frequently asked questions
Halecombe Quarry Afternoon Tour takes place on Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 14:00.
Halecombe Quarry Afternoon Tour is held at Somerset Earth Science Centre in Bath (Moons Hill Quarry, Stoke Saint Michael, Radstock, BA3 5JU).
Tickets for Halecombe Quarry Afternoon Tour can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Halecombe Quarry Afternoon Tour
Editorial Summary
The Somerset Earth Science Centre will offer a guided tour of Halecombe Quarry on 20th October 2026. The tour focuses on the Lower Carboniferous limestones that formed the northern limb of the Beacon Hill Pericline. Ticket prices are available on the centre's website.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
Come and see the full sequence of Lower Carboniferous limestones which formed the northern limb of the Beacon Hill Pericline.
Overview
Explore the full sequence of Lower Carboniferous limestones that make up the northern limb of the Beacon Hill Pericline on this unique guided minibus quarry tour. Discover how these ancient rocks formed, and how they are extracted and processed.
Where to Meet
Somerset Earth Science Centre, Stoke St Michael, BA3 5JU. What3words ///crypt.bluntly.loud. Please reverse park.
What to Expect
A unique minibus tour with knowledgable guides.
Close‑up views of exposed limestone formations
Insights into historic and modern extraction techniques
Short walks on uneven ground.
Quarry Safety
Please wear appropriate clothing including trousers, long sleeved tops, and boots. Safety wear will be provided. Not suitable for children under 10.
Booking Required. £15 per person.
Important: Eventbrite limits purchases to 1 ticket per order. For groups of 2 or more, please make multiple bookings. Places are limited.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
📍 Venue
Somerset Earth Science CentreMoons Hill Quarry, Stoke Saint Michael, Radstock, BA3 5JU
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When is Halecombe Quarry Afternoon Tour?
Halecombe Quarry Afternoon Tour takes place on Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 14:00.
Where is Halecombe Quarry Afternoon Tour taking place?
Halecombe Quarry Afternoon Tour is held at Somerset Earth Science Centre in Bath (Moons Hill Quarry, Stoke Saint Michael, Radstock, BA3 5JU).
How do I get tickets for Halecombe Quarry Afternoon Tour?
Tickets for Halecombe Quarry Afternoon Tour can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Hotels within walking distance of Somerset Earth Science Centre
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Until Tuesday, 20 October 2026
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