Join NHSN's Earth Sciences Group to explore the fascinating geology of Howick, including sedimentary structures and plenty of fossils

Key Information

Event leads: Karl Egeland-Eriksen & Brenda Turnbull

Date/length: 1 session, Saturday 15 August,10 am-4 pm

Event cost: £5 NHSN Members/£7.50 Non-Members

Meet at: Parking area at Sea Houses (not Seahouses) NU258173, W3W: spend.widen.chips

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About this Event

Howick could be labelled “Northumberland in a Nutshell” when it comes to its geology. This walk from Sugar Sands Bay to Cullernose Point will pass over Carboniferous sediments including Limestone, Shale, Sandstone, Seatearth and Coal. Igneous intrusions of Whin Sill have baked the rock into which they have intruded, producing metamorphic hornfels.

We shall see a range of sedimentary structures as well as fossils of marine and terrestrial life – from trilobites to trees, burrows to footprints.

Accessibility

The walk will be about 4 miles, partly on sandy beach and rocky foreshore but half will be on the coastal path.

Essential equipment

Sturdy footwear, outdoor clothing, lunch.

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