Paul Hyde introduces Chester’s ancient bedrock that is exposed throughout the city together with its use as masonry from Roman times.

Paul Hyde introduces Chester’s ancient bedrock that is exposed throughout the city together with its use as masonry from Roman times.

An illustrated talk that will explore local Earth Heritage – from the deep time of its origins in the Triassic geological period through to it being quarried and used as building stone during the last two millennia.

The talk will shed light on how old this rock is and how it was formed, consider the vast distance it has travelled, and explain why it is mostly a shade of red. Paul will also refer to examples of buildings where the local sandstone has been used (including for the impressive Norman and later Medieval architecture of St John’s), as well as those constructed using stone sourced from the nearby Helsby Sandstone Formation (rocks that also date from the Triassic Period).

The talk will take place in the nave of St. John's Church.

There will be refreshments available to purchase - there will be a small charge (Proceeds go to St. John's).

Meeting Point: The Church of St. John the Baptist, Little St. John Street, Vicar's Lane, Chester, CH1 1QX

What3Words Location: ///bonus.punt.unique (entrance to the church)

Cancellation Policy: Please notify us in advance if you are unable to attend this event. Tickets are limited and could be transferred to another person with notice. Love our Heritage – let’s share it with everyone.

The church is open daily for HODs except for Sundays.

On Wednesday 16 September the Church is open for a special community day ending with Paul's talk, which includes a concert by Dunelm Duo at 1pm, tours of the church in the afternoon (Tickets for these tours will be sold separately on eventbrite), and weather permitting the Chapter House will be open from 2pm-4pm.

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