Join the University of Edinburgh - School of Geosciences for this Doors Open Day and #ScotGeolFest24 event on the 28th September, 10am - 4pm, at the King's Buildings Campus, and discover where the science happens! There'll be lots of great activities including: See labs which support our research, measuring and modelling the Earth's systems Chat […]
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. […]
As part of this year's Scottish Geology Festival, the Scottish Deer Centre and Wildlife Park will be holding a rock, mineral and fossil weekend. In conjunction with the Scottish Geology Trust, a wide range of examples of what can be found in Scotland will be displayed, much of it from local sources. Fossils older than […]
Join the curators of Palaeobiology at National Museums Scotland for a behind the scenes tour of the fossil collections stored at the National Museums Collection Center. 4 tours are available throughout the day. Tours are free but booking is essential. 10:00 - 11:00 Book here 11:30 - 12:30 Book here 13:30 - 14:30 Book here […]
When explorer Harry St John Philby passed away in Beirut in 1960, his son Kim scratched on his grave, “the greatest of Arabian explorers.” Mark Evans shares the story of Philby’s pioneering 1917 journey across Arabia, and his own recent Heart of Arabia expedition with Philby’s Saudi Arabian granddaughter, retracing Philby’s footsteps from east to […]
When explorer Harry St John Philby passed away in Beirut in 1960, his son Kim scratched on his grave, “the greatest of Arabian explorers.” Mark Evans shares the story of Philby’s pioneering 1917 journey across Arabia, and his own recent Heart of Arabia expedition with Philby’s Saudi Arabian granddaughter, retracing Philby’s footsteps from east to […]
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 […]
Join palaeontologist and author Dr Elsa Panciroli on Wednesday the 2nd October, 6-8pm, at the Hunterian Museum to hear about her groundbreaking research on fossils from Skye! Discoveries of fossils from the Isle of Skye are revealing new information about the origin and evolution of multiple small vertebrate animal groups. The most recent of these […]
When explorer Harry St John Philby passed away in Beirut in 1960, his son Kim scratched on his grave, “the greatest of Arabian explorers.” Mark Evans shares the story of Philby’s pioneering 1917 journey across Arabia, and his own recent Heart of Arabia expedition with Philby’s Saudi Arabian granddaughter, retracing Philby’s footsteps from east to […]
When explorer Harry St John Philby passed away in Beirut in 1960, his son Kim scratched on his grave, “the greatest of Arabian explorers.” Mark Evans shares the story of Philby’s pioneering 1917 journey across Arabia, and his own recent Heart of Arabia expedition with Philby’s Saudi Arabian granddaughter, retracing Philby’s footsteps from east to […]
The exhibition celebrates the work of James Hutton who farmed at Slighhouses, Scottish Borders, during the eighteenth century. By knowing the soils, landscapes and the cliffs of Berwickshire, James Hutton realised that geological time was far longer than the timeline previously suggested. At Siccar Point on the Berwickshire coast he found evidence in the rocks […]
A informal field trip followed by an afternoon meeting, focused on Local Geodiversity Sites and the recently updated guidance on Establishing and Managing Local Nature Conservation Site Systems. This gathering, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust's Geosites project and Lothian and Borders GeoConservation, will be an opportunity to gather and discuss local geosites, with a […]
'Stone Drawings' by Shapes of Sounds, at Nordic Music Days festival - CCA, Glasgow 31 October Stone has been the canvas of storytelling since humans developed visual language, but could we change perspective and instead listen to the stone? What shared stories can we listen to through the sounds of stones? With the instrumentation of Swedish […]
Join James Ryan, the Trust’s Visitor Services Assistant at Hugh Miller’s Birthplace, for a special presentation and talk on Scottish geologist, writer and folklorist Hugh Miller (1802–56). Hugh Miller (1802-1856) has been acclaimed as "the supreme poet of geology" and called "the David Attenborough of his day." He gained such accolades not only as a pioneer […]
Travel the realms between fact and folklore and discover the superstitious explanations behind fossils in our new temporary exhibition To commemorate the 190th anniversary of Hugh Miller's book "Scenes and Legends of the North of Scotland", join us in Cromarty and traverse the boundary between fact and folklore to discover the fascinating superstitious explanations behind […]
Montrose Museum presents some highlights of our collection of rocks, pebbles and fossils laid out in our natural history gallery for visitors to handle, and little ones can test their skills with our Dig & Discover activity. Drop -in free activity, available during museum opening hours This is a free drop-in event, no booking required. […]
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 […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd […]
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 […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd […]
A celebration of everything rocky, pebbly and geological at St Cyrus NNR and beyond! The Scottish Geology Trust, Stories of Stone and NatureScot bring you a display of local rocks, pebbles and agates to celebrate everything geological at St Cyrus NNR and beyond, as part of Geology Festival 2025. Local Geologists from Stories of Stone […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd […]
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, […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd […]
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. […]
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 […]
Join us on the 15th September (10am -4pm) at Dynamic Earth as part of Scottish Geology Festival, for free drop-in family activities! We’re welcoming friends from the Scottish Mineral & Lapidary Club who will wow us with remarkable volcanic rocks and minerals from around the world! You’ll get the chance to chat to the experts […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd […]
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, […]
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED Go behind the scenes of National Museums Scotland's collection of over 70,000 geological specimens. To mark the Scottish Geology Festival join Assistant Curator Emily Brown to learn more about National Museums Scotland’s stunning collections of minerals, meteorites and rocks. Scotland’s internationally important geology has directly influenced our landscapes, built heritage […]
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED Go behind the scenes of National Museums Scotland's collection of over 70,000 geological specimens. To mark the Scottish Geology Festival join Assistant Curator Emily Brown to learn more about National Museums Scotland’s stunning collections of minerals, meteorites and rocks. Scotland’s internationally important geology has directly influenced our landscapes, built heritage […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd […]
The coast at Portsoy is world-famous for its geology – a dramatic section of metamorphic rocks – squashed and cooked by the mountain building events that laid the foundations of the Scottish Highlands. Join us to explore the geology and history, including the celebrated “Portsoy Marble”. See rocks under the microscope at Portsoy Bothy Museum […]
The coast at Portsoy is world-famous for its geology – a dramatic section of metamorphic rocks – squashed and cooked by the mountain building events that laid the foundations of the Scottish Highlands. Join us to explore the geology and history, including the celebrated “Portsoy Marble”. See rocks under the microscope at Portsoy Bothy Museum […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd […]
At Auchmithie you can see incredible examples of sandstone conglomerate cliffs formed by a giant Mississippi sized river that once flowed over vast parts of the land over 370 million years ago. As part of the Scottish Geology Festival 2025, The Scottish Geology Trust, supported by Auchmithie Village Hall, are presenting a display of local […]
At Auchmithie you can see incredible examples of sandstone conglomerate cliffs formed by a giant Mississippi sized river that once flowed over vast parts of the land over 370 million years ago. As part of the Scottish Geology Festival 2025, The Scottish Geology Trust, supported by Auchmithie Village Hall, are presenting a display of local […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd […]
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 […]
Join the Scottish Gemmological Association for a day filled with fascinating talks, workshops, and networking opportunities. Whether you're a gem enthusiast, jeweller, or just curious about gemstones, this event is perfect for you. Come learn from experts in the field and expand your knowledge about gemmology. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect […]
Head along to Arbroath Signal Tower Museum for lots of hands on activities for geologists of all ages. A selection of rocks, pebbles and agates from the local Angus Coast will be displayed in the Courtyard in addition to the pebble challenge. There will also be a selection of minerals that fluoresce under ultraviolet light […]
An opportunity for people to come along and see our core store, learn about the geological history represented by the core material that we have in relation to historical oil & gas operations within the North Sea. Learn how this core is still relevant today for ongoing research in areas such as CCS and how […]
How it all began: the early lavas of the Mull Volcano Join Mull geologists, John Faithfull and James Westland, for an evening talk and chat to explore the geological beginnings of the early lavas of the Mull Volcano! Saturday 4th October, 19:00-21:00 in Salen Church Centre. Free - no booking needed. For more info, email […]
Head along to Arbroath Signal Tower Museum for lots of hands on activities for geologists of all ages. A selection of rocks, pebbles and agates from the local Angus Coast will be displayed in the Courtyard in addition to the pebble challenge. There will also be a selection of minerals that fluoresce under ultraviolet light […]
Monday 6 October 2025, 7pm Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh Join us at this public event to launch the James Hutton Tercentenary celebrations. James Hutton (1726-1797) is widely acknowledged as the Father of modern geology, a self-taught Edinburgh philosopher who made significant contributions to the understanding of Earth processes and agriculture. As we approach 2026, the "Tercentenary […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd […]
This new, independent course is offered for the first time in October and November 2025. A series of 6 guided walks and 5 online learning sessions will give a comprehensive introduction to the Geology of Edinburgh. We’ll explore the deep basement rocks the peak through in the centre of the Pentland Hills, then move on […]
Join Dr Katie Strang, Curator of Mineralogy and Petrology at The Hunterian, on Thursday 9th October, 7-9pm at Kelvin Hall, to discover the 330-million-year history of the University of Glasgow’s Gilbert Scott Building. Scotland has one of the richest legacies of traditional buildings and stone structures of any country in the world, and the rocks […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd […]
Join us in wishing Hugh Miller a very happy 223rd Birthday over a family fun weekend right at the start of the October Holidays! As part of the Scottish Geology Festival 2025 celebrations, join us as we celebrate the 223rd birthday of one of the most influential founding fathers of geology! Discover the amazing life […]
56 million years per minute - back in time through the rocks of Iona and Mull,. 56 million years per minute - back in time through the rocks of Iona and Mull, with geologists John Faithfull and James Westland. Saturday 11th October. 16:00-17:30. Iona Community Centre. Free - no booking needed. For more info, email […]
Layers of Time is a special event featuring geologists and leading authors Marcia Bjornerud and Laura Poppick in conversation with our own Claire Cousins. They'll explore their lives, geological insights, and the processes that have shaped our planet’s history. 🗓 Thursday 20 November, 1–2:30pm 📍 St Andrews Episcopal Church, Queen’s Terrace 🔗 Layers of Time – Eventbrite (free, but ticketed) The conversation will be followed […]
James Hutton, known as the ‘Father of Geological Time’, lived and farmed in East Berwickshire for some years, developing his ideas about landscape and processes through time. Interpretation boards, exhibits and displays tell his story, culminating in his visit to Siccar Point on the coast near Cockburnspath, where the new Deep Time Trail gives access […]
Join us at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh to launch the Scottish Geology Festival on the evening of Monday 1st June. Meet geologists and researchers and get involved with hands-on activities. Learn about how we date rocks, how soils form, why James Hutton was such an important historical figure, and what cutting edge research is happening […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival on Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, […]
The West of Scotland Mineral and Lapidary Society invites you to visit their workshop during the Scottish Geology Festival. Come and watch live demonstrations of stone working, including cutting, shaping, grinding, and polishing a variety of stones. Visitors can also explore a display of handcrafted work by society members and browse a selection of stones […]
Three hundred years ago, during the Scottish Enlightenment, James Hutton transformed how we understand the Earth. At a time when many believed the planet was only a few thousand years old, he proposed that landscapes are shaped gradually over deep time by processes still observable today. This daytime symposium at the Royal Society of Edinburgh […]
On the 300th anniversary of James Hutton’s birth, learn about this unsung hero of the Scottish Enlightenment with a talk and guided walk within Holyrood Park, where he made several observations leading to his groundbreaking Theory of the Earth. The event will start with a talk on Hutton’s life, the observation’s leading to his Theory […]
How can James Hutton’s approach to understanding Earth inform the decisions we make about its future today? Three hundred years on from the birth of James Hutton, how can his approach to understanding Earth inform the decisions we make about its future? Join renowned Professor Iain Stewart FRSE and expert panellists in this evening exploration […]
The West of Scotland Mineral and Lapidary Society invites you to visit their workshop during the Scottish Geology Festival. Come and watch live demonstrations of stone working, including cutting, shaping, grinding, and polishing a variety of stones. Visitors can also explore a display of handcrafted work by society members and browse a selection of stones […]
Discover the legacy of James Hutton, the ‘Father of Modern Geology’. Celebrate his Tercentenary with free, drop-in short talks, mini tours and object handling. Learn about ‘deep time’, Hutton’s greatest contribution to science and philosophy. Dr Rachel Walcott, our Principal Curator of Earth Systems will present short talks in the Auditorium. As part of the celebrations […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival on Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, […]
Join us at the Meffan Museum for an exciting celebration of Scotland’s rich geological heritage as part of the Scottish Geology Festival! Discover the fascinating world beneath your feet with a weekend packed full of engaging displays and hands-on activities. Explore a stunning variety of rocks, fossils, and glowing fluorescent minerals, and learn how they […]
Join us at the Meffan Museum for an exciting celebration of Scotland’s rich geological heritage as part of the Scottish Geology Festival! Discover the fascinating world beneath your feet with a weekend packed full of engaging displays and hands-on activities. Explore a stunning variety of rocks, fossils, and glowing fluorescent minerals, and learn how they […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival on Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, […]
The West of Scotland Mineral and Lapidary Society invites you to visit their workshop during the Scottish Geology Festival. Come and watch live demonstrations of stone working, including cutting, shaping, grinding, and polishing a variety of stones. Visitors can also explore a display of handcrafted work by society members and browse a selection of stones […]
Join us as we delve into fascinating, wild and ancient stories about rocks within Jewish and other traditions, everybody welcome! Giant mythical worms for cutting through hard stone to build an ancient Temple? Elaborate gemstone layouts for interpreting divine judgement? Stone pillows? Rocks infected with leprosy? Ancient Jewish texts are full of stories, laws and […]
The West of Scotland Mineral and Lapidary Society invites you to visit their workshop during the Scottish Geology Festival. Come and watch live demonstrations of stone working, including cutting, shaping, grinding, and polishing a variety of stones. Visitors can also explore a display of handcrafted work by society members and browse a selection of stones […]
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. Booking is required and the tour will last 60 […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival on Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, […]
Rocks are all around us but we rarely pay close attention to them. In this relaxed drawing workshop with illustrator Vojta Hybl, we will use a range of beginner-friendly approaches to look at rocks from artistic and scientific points of view. This year also marks the 300th anniversary of the birth of James Hutton, who […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival on Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, […]
The West of Scotland Mineral and Lapidary Society invites you to visit their workshop during the Scottish Geology Festival. Come and watch live demonstrations of stone working, including cutting, shaping, grinding, and polishing a variety of stones. Visitors can also explore a display of handcrafted work by society members and browse a selection of stones […]
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 […]
Hutton’s unconformity reshaped geological understanding of deep time. Join us at the British Geological Survey (BGS) to learn more about how it fits 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 […]
The West of Scotland Mineral and Lapidary Society invites you to visit their workshop during the Scottish Geology Festival. Come and watch live demonstrations of stone working, including cutting, shaping, grinding, and polishing a variety of stones. Visitors can also explore a display of handcrafted work by society members and browse a selection of stones […]
🌍✨ Girls into Geoscience: Scotland 2026 – Registration NOW OPEN! ✨🌋 We’re thrilled to announce that Girls into Geoscience: Scotland 2026 is officially open for registration! This year's event will take place on Friday the 19th June from 9am - 3pm, on the University of Glasgow's main campus. Geoscience is for everyone. It brings together geography, […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival on Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, […]
The Victorian Schoolroom (History of Education Centre) in Newhaven, Edinburgh is delighted to offer some lively events to celebrate the 300th Anniversary of the birth of James Hutton, the renowned, Edinburgh-born “Father of Geology”. Working together with academics from the University of Edinburgh and members of the Edinburgh Geological Society, we are offering a week […]
Fossil Grove in Victoria Park, Glasgow houses a unique collection of fossil trees, formed 330 million years ago. Head along to the open day and marvel at this piece of ancient history in the beautiful surroundings of Victoria Park. There will be a variety of geological activities and fossil displays for everyone to enjoy. Open […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival on Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, […]
The West of Scotland Mineral and Lapidary Society invites you to visit their workshop during the Scottish Geology Festival. Come and watch live demonstrations of stone working, including cutting, shaping, grinding, and polishing a variety of stones. Visitors can also explore a display of handcrafted work by society members and browse a selection of stones […]
Deep Listening to Deep Time is an immersive, artist-led listening and making session that invites participants to encounter geological time through slow attention, touch, and sound. Developed from the ongoing project Do Rocks Remember Lava? (DRRL), a multisensory curatorial inquiry into geological agency, deep time, and non-extractive modes of engagement, the session extends the project’s […]
The West of Scotland Mineral and Lapidary Society invites you to visit their workshop during the Scottish Geology Festival. Come and watch live demonstrations of stone working, including cutting, shaping, grinding, and polishing a variety of stones. Visitors can also explore a display of handcrafted work by society members and browse a selection of stones […]
The Portsoy Marble is a beautifully coloured serpentinite rock which has been worked for furniture, jewellery and sculpture over 350 years. The talk guides us through the history of its exploitation, including the contributions of scientists, lapidarists and literature to a distinctive aspect of the culture of the north-east. Free but booking required. Book here […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival on Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, […]
Ten years of preparation and Two Skies Ltd are ready to launch their museum specialising in Scottish Rocks, Minerals and Fossils. Adam 'Two Skies' McIntosh will be on hand to welcome visitors and guide them through his impressive collection. Open 10 AM-12PM, 2PM-5PM Free Event, Booking Required: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/two-skies-rock-and-gemstone-museum-official-opening-tickets-1987515326845?aff=oddtdtcreator An event in the Scottish Geology Festival […]
Join us for Reading Scotland’s Rocks: The Search for an Ancient Continent, an open event exploring the deep geological story of Scotland. Through stunning examples of Scotland’s most spectacular outcrops, we’ll uncover how these ancient landscapes reveal clues to continental drift, mountain building, and the immense forces that shaped the Earth over billions of years. […]
Greyfriars Kirk, Greyfriars Place, Edinburgh, EH1 2QQ Saturday 27 June 2026, 7:30pm Join us for a unique evening of music, song, video and poetry inspired by James Hutton’s insights regarding deep time and Earth’s processes with performances from leading Scottish performers. Karine Polwart and Dave Milligan have featured the song 'Siccar Point' on their most […]
Have you ever wondered how people craft, cut, shape and polish rough stones or minerals and turn them into beautiful creations that can be used as jewellery or ornaments? Now is your chance to find out! The Scottish Mineral and Lapidary Club will be holding Open Days throughout the Festival on Tuesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, […]
The West of Scotland Mineral and Lapidary Society invites you to visit their workshop during the Scottish Geology Festival. Come and watch live demonstrations of stone working, including cutting, shaping, grinding, and polishing a variety of stones. Visitors can also explore a display of handcrafted work by society members and browse a selection of stones […]