New! Diversity in Stone - Understanding the geology of the area

Diversity in Stone in the North Wessex Downs. Exploring the link between building styles, materials and the local geology.

Ardley Quarry - World Class Dinosaur Footprints Site

Ardley quarry is host to one of the worlds largest expanse of dinosaur footprints.  During the Jurassic period dinosaurs including Megalosaurus and Sauropods roamed this area of the country.  Today, following excavation of the upper rock, the footprints are clearly visible.

The Farringdon Earth Heritage Project - Coxwell Pit

Designated a RIGS site in 2001 under the following criteria; Scientific, Historic, and Education value. The site is a disused sand and gravel quarry that forms part of a triplet of Sites of Special Scientific Interest in the area.

NEW! Earth Heritage Trails - Understanding the landscape

An explanation of the geology of Oxfordshire, how the landscape formed, and the use of these materials for construction.

Practical Geoconservation - Understanding the geology of the area

An explanation of the Oxfordshire's geology, including how the landscape formed and the use of these materials for construction.