Indoor Event

The Scottish Geology Trust and The Hunterian are proud to host Volcanoes in our Neighbourhood at The Hunterian Museum, University of Glasgow, on Monday the 1st September 6:00 - 8:00pm. To celebrate the launch of the 2025 Scottish Geology Festival, we'll be joined by a panel of speakers including researchers Fiona Goddard & Jess Pugsley […]

Join us at the British Geological Survey (BGS) for a hands-on journey into Edinburgh’s volcanic past. Explore rock samples, view thin sections under the microscope, and uncover historical records revealing how the city’s Seven Hills were formed — from fiery eruptions in the Devonian to volcanic activity in the Carboniferous. Discover the explosive origins beneath […]

Come along to Kelvin Hall from 1:30 - 3 pm for Geo Natter - these informal meets are the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded rock enthusiasts and chat all things geological and palaeontological! You can bring your rocks and fossils along to show people, ask questions about geology, find out what's happening and perhaps even […]

What happens when a comedian walks into a volcano? In 2023, Ben Miller was the artist in residence at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, the first ever stand-up comedian ever selected. This was probably a terrible idea on their part. Come watch this show where scientist turned stand-up comedian Ben Miller explores volcanology, entomology, Hawaiian history, […]

This year for Doors Open day Meffan Museum are delighted to be partnering with the Scottish Geology Festival and their team of volunteers on a very special event – Rocks of Angus Join our celebration of the geology of Angus with hands on activities for geologists of all ages and rock themed fun for children […]

They might not be Time Lords, but these doctors know their rocks! Bring along your own mysterious rocks, pebbles or fossils to get them identified or maybe you can tell the doctors a thing or two about where you found them? They will have some fascinating samples from the Hunterian Collections to show as well. […]

Each rock tells a story about Earth’s ancient past and learning how to read that rock can tell you where it came from, how it formed, and the forces that shaped our planet over millions - even billions of years… Ever wondered how to tell the difference between a granite and a gneiss rock? or […]

Each rock tells a story about Earth’s ancient past and learning how to read that rock can tell you where it came from, how it formed, and the forces that shaped our planet over millions - even billions of years… Ever wondered how to tell the difference between a granite and a gneiss rock? or […]

What happens when a comedian walks into a volcano? In 2023, Ben Miller was the artist in residence at Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, the first ever stand-up comedian ever selected. This was probably a terrible idea on their part. Come watch this show where scientist turned stand-up comedian Ben Miller explores volcanology, entomology, Hawaiian history, […]

Scotland Rocks! Get hands-on with Scotland’s rich earth history. Dinosaur tracks, fossil fish, rocks from deep in the crust and those erupted from now extinct volcanoes. Virtually visit the outcrops using our stunning 3D imagery, see some of the university’s inspirational and historic collections of maps, rocks, minerals and fossils – all in the university’s […]

Each rock tells a story about Earth’s ancient past and learning how to read that rock can tell you where it came from, how it formed, and the forces that shaped our planet over millions - even billions of years… Ever wondered how to tell the difference between the different igneous rocks? or why some […]

Each rock tells a story about Earth’s ancient past and learning how to read that rock can tell you where it came from, how it formed, and the forces that shaped our planet over millions - even billions of years… Ever wondered how to tell the difference between the different igneous rocks? or why some […]

Step into deep time with the British Geological Survey (BGS) as we explore Scotland’s fossil record—from early marine life to land-dwelling reptiles. View real specimens from the BGS collections and trace how life evolved across millions of years, shaped by shifting climates and landscapes. Multiple time slots available, duration 1hr Meet at the Lyell Centre […]