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SUMMARY:Rocks in the Courtyard - Signal Tower Museum pebble challenge!
DESCRIPTION:The Scottish Geology Trust and Angus Alive provide a display of gorgeous Arbroath beach pebbles in the Signal Tower Museum Courtyard! \nCome along and see how many you can match with the identification guide! \nVenue: Signal Tower Museum Courtyard\, Ladyloan\, Arbroath DD11 1PU. \nThis is a free drop-in event\, no booking required. The Courtyard is accessible during Museum opening hours – 10:30am – 4pm. Please note\, last admission to the museum is 30 minutes before closing. \nSignal Tower Museum is located near Arbroath’s picturesque and busy harbour\, in a complex of buildings which were originally used as the shore station and accommodation for the Bell Rock Lighthouse. Built in 1813\, Signal Tower served the lighthouse until it was decommissioned in 1955 and became a museum in 1974. \nHear about the story of the magnificent Bell Rock Lighthouse and how the coastal town’s connection with the sea has influenced Arbroath’s social\, industrial and ecclesiastical history. Using multi-media displays and historic objects\, the museum tells the story of Arbroath’s fishing and maritime industries. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \n\nAn event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2025\, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust. Please support us: Discover – Support – Join. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.scottishgeologytrust.org/event/rocks-courtyard-25/
LOCATION:Signal Tower Museum Courtyard\, Ladyloan\, Arbroath\, DD11 1PU
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Event,Throughout the Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251003T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251003T153000
DTSTAMP:20260903T120504
CREATED:20250808T133308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T051720Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Walk: Fossil Walks\, Cromarty
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided walk along Cromarty beach with an experienced guide to discover the rocks\, fossils\, and geological formations that captivated Hugh Miller… \n\nTravel back to a time 140 million years before the first dinosaur to discover a Scotland below the equator; one where strange ancient fish swam in a lake that covered almost all of the Highlands!\nTake part in active citizen science as we search for fossils\, and have your name go alongside any new discoveries made and displayed at Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Museum!\nSee Cromarty beach in a new light as we look at the geological processes that have shaped this famous stretch of coastline!\n\nFossil Walks – every Friday and Saturday (tide dependent). Book online via Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Cottage and Museum’s website. \nEvent cost:  \n\nAdult (Aged 14+) – £13.00 plus online booking fees\nConcession (Student\, Over 60s) – £10.00 plus online booking fees\nChild (under 14 years old – must be accompanied by an adult) – £5.50 plus online booking fees\n\nT&Cs \n\nTours are subject to tide times\, taking place during either a low or falling tide. Tours depart from the Birthplace Museum – please arrive no later than ten minutes before tour sets off to check in.\nAs Cromarty is an exposed shingle beach we advise wearing appropriate outdoor clothing for the walk – particularly outdoor\, waterproof footwear.\nTours will last approx. 90 minutes – we advise using facilities if necessary before departing on the tour. Toilet facilities are available at Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Museum.\nPlease note as Cromarty experiences slow erosion that fossils are not guaranteed on every tour.\nOnly service and guide dogs are permitted on our Fossil Walks.\nAll attendees under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian and cannot be left unattended during the walks.\n\nOur fossil walks will be operating in compliance with the Scottish Fossil Code. Therefore fossils collected from the beach will remain at Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Museum on display for the duration of one month before being returned to the beach. \nWe strongly recommend reading over the Scottish Fossil Code before taking part in our walk. \nCost: £13 per person. Booking essential. Book here \n\n \n\nAn event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2025\, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust. Please support us: Discover – Support – Join.
URL:https://www.scottishgeologytrust.org/event/fossil-walks-cromarty-03oct/
LOCATION:NTS Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Cottage & Museum\, Church Street\, Cromarty\, Highland\, IV11 8XA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NTS Hugh Miller's Birthplace Cottage & Museum":MAILTO:millermuseum@nts.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260903T120504
CREATED:20250822T131106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T171757Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Walk: Rocks in Roslin Glen: a record of a swampy past
DESCRIPTION:The rocks we can see in Roslin Glen tell us what the Lothians were like during the Carboniferous Period\, when the coal deposits formed that have been so important to the area. Dr Mark Wilkinson\, a geologist from the University of Edinburgh\, will lead a short walk though the glen. \nThe total walk is about 4km on paths\, but sturdy shoes are recommended. \nSaturday 4th October. Meet for 10am at the main car park for Roslin Glen Country Park: https://www.midlothian.gov.uk/directory_record/171/roslin_glen_country_park \nFree\, but booking required. Book here \n\n \n\nAn event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2025\, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust. Please support us: Discover – Support – Join.
URL:https://www.scottishgeologytrust.org/event/guided-walk-rocks-in-roslin-glen-a-record-of-a-swampy-past/
LOCATION:Roslin Glen Country Park\, Roslin Glen Country Park car park\, EH25 9PX
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Wilkindon%2C University of Edinburgh":MAILTO:mark.wilkinson@ed.ac.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251004T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251004T150000
DTSTAMP:20260903T120504
CREATED:20250810T144057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T051740Z
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SUMMARY:Rocks of Angus : Arbroath
DESCRIPTION:Head along to Arbroath Signal Tower Museum for lots of hands on activities for geologists of all ages.  \nA selection of rocks\, pebbles and agates from the local Angus Coast will be displayed in the Courtyard in addition to the pebble challenge. \nThere will also be a selection of minerals that fluoresce under ultraviolet light for you to marvel at in the education centre. \nThis is a free drop-in event\, no booking required. Please note\, last admission to the museum is 30 minutes before closing. \nVenue: Signal Tower Museum Courtyard\, Ladyloan\, Arbroath DD11 1PU. \nSignal Tower Museum is located near Arbroath’s picturesque and busy harbour\, in a complex of buildings which were originally used as the shore station and accommodation for the Bell Rock Lighthouse. Built in 1813\, Signal Tower served the lighthouse until it was decommissioned in 1955 and became a museum in 1974. \nHear about the story of the magnificent Bell Rock Lighthouse and how the coastal town’s connection with the sea has influenced Arbroath’s social\, industrial and ecclesiastical history. Using multi-media displays and historic objects\, the museum tells the story of Arbroath’s fishing and maritime industries. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \n\nAn event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2025\, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust. Please support us: Discover – Support – Join.
URL:https://www.scottishgeologytrust.org/event/rocks-of-angus-arbroath-2/
LOCATION:Arbroath Signal Tower Museum\, Ladyloan\, Arbroath\, DD11 1PU
CATEGORIES:Beach Pebble Event,Indoor Event,Outdoor Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251004T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251004T153000
DTSTAMP:20260903T120504
CREATED:20250808T133432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T051749Z
UID:12150-1759586400-1759591800@www.scottishgeologytrust.org
SUMMARY:Guided Walk: Fossil Walks\, Cromarty
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided walk along Cromarty beach with an experienced guide to discover the rocks\, fossils\, and geological formations that captivated Hugh Miller… \n\nTravel back to a time 140 million years before the first dinosaur to discover a Scotland below the equator; one where strange ancient fish swam in a lake that covered almost all of the Highlands!\nTake part in active citizen science as we search for fossils\, and have your name go alongside any new discoveries made and displayed at Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Museum!\nSee Cromarty beach in a new light as we look at the geological processes that have shaped this famous stretch of coastline!\n\nFossil Walks – every Friday and Saturday (tide dependent). Book online via Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Cottage and Museum’s website. \nEvent cost:  \n\nAdult (Aged 14+) – £13.00 plus online booking fees\nConcession (Student\, Over 60s) – £10.00 plus online booking fees\nChild (under 14 years old – must be accompanied by an adult) – £5.50 plus online booking fees\n\nT&Cs \n\nTours are subject to tide times\, taking place during either a low or falling tide. Tours depart from the Birthplace Museum – please arrive no later than ten minutes before tour sets off to check in.\nAs Cromarty is an exposed shingle beach we advise wearing appropriate outdoor clothing for the walk – particularly outdoor\, waterproof footwear.\nTours will last approx. 90 minutes – we advise using facilities if necessary before departing on the tour. Toilet facilities are available at Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Museum.\nPlease note as Cromarty experiences slow erosion that fossils are not guaranteed on every tour.\nOnly service and guide dogs are permitted on our Fossil Walks.\nAll attendees under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian and cannot be left unattended during the walks.\n\nOur fossil walks will be operating in compliance with the Scottish Fossil Code. Therefore fossils collected from the beach will remain at Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Museum on display for the duration of one month before being returned to the beach. \nWe strongly recommend reading over the Scottish Fossil Code before taking part in our walk. \nCost: £13 per person. Booking essential. Book here \n\n \n\nAn event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2025\, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust. Please support us: Discover – Support – Join.
URL:https://www.scottishgeologytrust.org/event/fossil-walks-cromarty-04oct/
LOCATION:NTS Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Cottage & Museum\, Church Street\, Cromarty\, Highland\, IV11 8XA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NTS Hugh Miller's Birthplace Cottage & Museum":MAILTO:millermuseum@nts.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251004T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251004T153000
DTSTAMP:20260903T120504
CREATED:20250818T103700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T051758Z
UID:12782-1759586400-1759591800@www.scottishgeologytrust.org
SUMMARY:Guided Walk: From Volcanoes to the Vikings and Wallace's Victory
DESCRIPTION:From Volcanoes to the Vikings and Wallace’s Victory: explore 400 million years of geology and history with a guided walk up the Abby Craig \nFrom Volcanoes to the Vikings and Wallace’s Victory: explore 400 million years of geology and history with a guided walk round the Abby Craig with Dr Murray Cook. \nThe walk will review the deep geological forces and history that created the most strategic point in Scottish history and explore how invaders and defenders have used the Abbey Craig from the Romans\, to the Vikings and Sir William Wallace. \nJoin us outside Legends Coffee House at 2pm for a guided walk up the Abbey Craig. \nWhere parking and toilets are available at the coffee house. We’ll follow the path up Abbey Craig\, which is a little steep and uneven in places. Unfortunately\, due to the nature of the terrain\, it isn’t suitable for prams\, wheelchairs\, or scooters. \nPay what you can\, suggested donation £5. Booking required: Book here \n\n \n\nAn event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2025\, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust. Please support us: Discover – Support – Join.
URL:https://www.scottishgeologytrust.org/event/wallace-walk/
LOCATION:Legends Coffee House\, Hillfoots Road\, Stirling\, FK95LF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251005T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251005T140000
DTSTAMP:20260903T120504
CREATED:20250815T134856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T051808Z
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SUMMARY:Guided Walk: Dob's Linn
DESCRIPTION:A free guided walk to the SSSI site at Dob’s Linn with geologist John Robson – a general geological excursion to view 400 million year old Upper Ordovician and Lower Silurian strata bearing graptolites made famous by Charles Lapworth\, and to the International Stratotype Section of the Ordovician-Silurian Boundary. \nThere may be an option to extend the outing to Loch Skeen\, a scenic uphill walk on a steep path with glaciated landforms and moraines formed by successive ice sheets during the last Ice Age. Sightings of wild goats and Golden Eagles are not uncommon. \nThis walk is ideal for those with no specialist knowledge\, as well as those interested in exploring this “classic” site \nThe site is in a narrow mountain gorge. No facilities are available. Nearest café/toilets are at Moffat\, or the Glen Café\, at St. Mary’s Loch – which may have limited opening times. \nThe route will cover 4km total with a 100m ascent. Optional clamber a short distance up a very steep grass slope for closer view of the Ord/Sil Boundary ‘Golden Spike’.\nTerrain is moderate difficulty depending on the weather\, some slopes are steep and the route covers rough fell-side\, stoney ground\, and crossing small streams. Route is potentially slippery in wet weather –  a walking stick may be an advantage. \nThere is an optional extension to Loch Skene : this adds a further 2.5km / 300m ascent \nMeeting at National Trust for Scotland Car Park – Grey Mare’s Tail  NT 186145 (Small charge unless NTS/NT member if leaving car there) then proceeding to the small mountain gorge. There may be limited roadside parking on the  A708 NT 196 154 \nBring packed lunch/drink. \nFree\, but booking essential: Book here \n\n \n\nAn event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2025\, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust. Please support us: Discover – Support – Join.
URL:https://www.scottishgeologytrust.org/event/dobs_linn/
LOCATION:Grey Mare’s Tail NTS Car Park\, Grey Mare's Tail Nature Researve\, DG10 9LH
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="John Robson":MAILTO:jrobson88@sky.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251005T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251005T150000
DTSTAMP:20260903T120504
CREATED:20250810T143827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T051818Z
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SUMMARY:Rocks of Angus : Arbroath
DESCRIPTION:Head along to Arbroath Signal Tower Museum for lots of hands on activities for geologists of all ages.  \nA selection of rocks\, pebbles and agates from the local Angus Coast will be displayed in the Courtyard in addition to the pebble challenge. \nThere will also be a selection of minerals that fluoresce under ultraviolet light for you to marvel at in the education centre. \nThis is a free drop-in event\, no booking required. Please note\, last admission to the museum is 30 minutes before closing. \nVenue: Signal Tower Museum Courtyard\, Ladyloan\, Arbroath DD11 1PU. \nSignal Tower Museum is located near Arbroath’s picturesque and busy harbour\, in a complex of buildings which were originally used as the shore station and accommodation for the Bell Rock Lighthouse. Built in 1813\, Signal Tower served the lighthouse until it was decommissioned in 1955 and became a museum in 1974. \nHear about the story of the magnificent Bell Rock Lighthouse and how the coastal town’s connection with the sea has influenced Arbroath’s social\, industrial and ecclesiastical history. Using multi-media displays and historic objects\, the museum tells the story of Arbroath’s fishing and maritime industries. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \n\nAn event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2025\, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust. Please support us: Discover – Support – Join. \n \n 
URL:https://www.scottishgeologytrust.org/event/rocks-of-angus-arbroath/
LOCATION:Arbroath Signal Tower Museum\, Ladyloan\, Arbroath\, DD11 1PU
CATEGORIES:Beach Pebble Event,Indoor Event,Outdoor Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251010T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251010T110000
DTSTAMP:20260903T120504
CREATED:20250808T133507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T051900Z
UID:12152-1760088600-1760094000@www.scottishgeologytrust.org
SUMMARY:Guided Walk: Fossil Walks\, Cromarty
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided walk along Cromarty beach with an experienced guide to discover the rocks\, fossils\, and geological formations that captivated Hugh Miller… \n\nTravel back to a time 140 million years before the first dinosaur to discover a Scotland below the equator; one where strange ancient fish swam in a lake that covered almost all of the Highlands!\nTake part in active citizen science as we search for fossils\, and have your name go alongside any new discoveries made and displayed at Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Museum!\nSee Cromarty beach in a new light as we look at the geological processes that have shaped this famous stretch of coastline!\n\nFossil Walks – every Friday and Saturday (tide dependent). Book online via Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Cottage and Museum’s website. \nEvent cost:  \n\nAdult (Aged 14+) – £13.00 plus online booking fees\nConcession (Student\, Over 60s) – £10.00 plus online booking fees\nChild (under 14 years old – must be accompanied by an adult) – £5.50 plus online booking fees\n\nT&Cs \n\nTours are subject to tide times\, taking place during either a low or falling tide. Tours depart from the Birthplace Museum – please arrive no later than ten minutes before tour sets off to check in.\nAs Cromarty is an exposed shingle beach we advise wearing appropriate outdoor clothing for the walk – particularly outdoor\, waterproof footwear.\nTours will last approx. 90 minutes – we advise using facilities if necessary before departing on the tour. Toilet facilities are available at Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Museum.\nPlease note as Cromarty experiences slow erosion that fossils are not guaranteed on every tour.\nOnly service and guide dogs are permitted on our Fossil Walks.\nAll attendees under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian and cannot be left unattended during the walks.\n\nOur fossil walks will be operating in compliance with the Scottish Fossil Code. Therefore fossils collected from the beach will remain at Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Museum on display for the duration of one month before being returned to the beach. \nWe strongly recommend reading over the Scottish Fossil Code before taking part in our walk. \nCost: £13 per person. Booking essential. Book here \n\n \n\nAn event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2025\, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust. Please support us: Discover – Support – Join.
URL:https://www.scottishgeologytrust.org/event/fossil-walks-cromarty-10oct/
LOCATION:NTS Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Cottage & Museum\, Church Street\, Cromarty\, Highland\, IV11 8XA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NTS Hugh Miller's Birthplace Cottage & Museum":MAILTO:millermuseum@nts.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251011T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251011T110000
DTSTAMP:20260903T120504
CREATED:20250808T133537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T051913Z
UID:12154-1760175000-1760180400@www.scottishgeologytrust.org
SUMMARY:Guided Walk: Fossil Walks\, Cromarty
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided walk along Cromarty beach with an experienced guide to discover the rocks\, fossils\, and geological formations that captivated Hugh Miller… \n\nTravel back to a time 140 million years before the first dinosaur to discover a Scotland below the equator; one where strange ancient fish swam in a lake that covered almost all of the Highlands!\nTake part in active citizen science as we search for fossils\, and have your name go alongside any new discoveries made and displayed at Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Museum!\nSee Cromarty beach in a new light as we look at the geological processes that have shaped this famous stretch of coastline!\n\nFossil Walks – every Friday and Saturday (tide dependent). Book online via Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Cottage and Museum’s website. \nEvent cost:  \n\nAdult (Aged 14+) – £13.00 plus online booking fees\nConcession (Student\, Over 60s) – £10.00 plus online booking fees\nChild (under 14 years old – must be accompanied by an adult) – £5.50 plus online booking fees\n\nT&Cs \n\nTours are subject to tide times\, taking place during either a low or falling tide. Tours depart from the Birthplace Museum – please arrive no later than ten minutes before tour sets off to check in.\nAs Cromarty is an exposed shingle beach we advise wearing appropriate outdoor clothing for the walk – particularly outdoor\, waterproof footwear.\nTours will last approx. 90 minutes – we advise using facilities if necessary before departing on the tour. Toilet facilities are available at Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Museum.\nPlease note as Cromarty experiences slow erosion that fossils are not guaranteed on every tour.\nOnly service and guide dogs are permitted on our Fossil Walks.\nAll attendees under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian and cannot be left unattended during the walks.\n\nOur fossil walks will be operating in compliance with the Scottish Fossil Code. Therefore fossils collected from the beach will remain at Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Museum on display for the duration of one month before being returned to the beach. \nWe strongly recommend reading over the Scottish Fossil Code before taking part in our walk. \nCost: £13 per person. Booking essential. Book here \n\n \n\nAn event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2025\, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust. Please support us: Discover – Support – Join.
URL:https://www.scottishgeologytrust.org/event/fossil-walks-cromarty-11oct/
LOCATION:NTS Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Cottage & Museum\, Church Street\, Cromarty\, Highland\, IV11 8XA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NTS Hugh Miller's Birthplace Cottage & Museum":MAILTO:millermuseum@nts.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251011T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251011T123000
DTSTAMP:20260903T120504
CREATED:20250815T133751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T051937Z
UID:12779-1760178600-1760185800@www.scottishgeologytrust.org
SUMMARY:Guided Walk: Starney Bay and St Abbs
DESCRIPTION:Join geologists Alison Tymon and Ann Kellie for an exploration of the geological history of St Abbs.  \nStarney Bay is a quiet cove away from the main footpaths to St Abb’s Head.  The geology is complex as the bay lies on the junction between the St Abbs volcanic vent and the local country rocks\, so much alteration of the rocks has taken place.  The pebbles on the shingle beach are spectacularly different as a result. \nMeet at the viewpoint outside the St Abbs Visitor Centre\, at the top of the hill near the village.  NB. The NTS also has a visitor centre before you reach the village where parking is available\, from where you can follow the path alongside the road to the Visitor Centre.  There are car parks in the village and a bus service from Berwick (235). \nThe route is a 1 km walk along the coastal footpath leads to a steep path down the bay\, with rocks and shingle on the beach. \nGood footwear is essential. Families and dogs are welcome.  Bring magnifying glasses or hand lenses for a detailed look at the pebbles. \nEvent is free but booking is essential. Book here \n\n \n\nAn event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2025\, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust. Please support us: Discover – Support – Join.
URL:https://www.scottishgeologytrust.org/event/st-abbs/
LOCATION:St Abbs Visitor Centre\, Coldingham Road\, St Abbs\, Eyemouth\, TD14 5PL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251011T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251012T153000
DTSTAMP:20260903T120504
CREATED:20250808T141941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T051953Z
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SUMMARY:Hugh Miller's Big Birthday Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Join us in wishing Hugh Miller a very happy 223rd Birthday over a family fun weekend right at the start of the October Holidays! \nAs 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! \n\nDiscover the amazing life story of Hugh Miller and see fabulous objects on display inside the cottage and museum!\nWalk in the footsteps of Cromarty’s most famous resident and travel back over 385 million years by joining an experienced guide on a Fossil Walk (separate booking required)\nTraverse the boundary between fact and folklore with our “Stories in Stone” exhibition before it finishes on Sunday 12th October!\nDiscover Hugh’s love of stories as we welcome Storyteller Lizzie Mcdougall inside the same building that Hugh’s imagination was ignited (Sunday 12th October only)\nLearn about life during the 1800s with living history that will take you back to Hugh Miller’s childhood!\nTake home your own artwork with our kids craft activities to remember your visit to Hugh’s historic house!\nDive into the amazing world of natural history with spectacular science experiments happening on both days!\n\nAll activities happening over the weekend (with the exception of the Fossil Walks) are included free with admission to the museum. \nPlan your visit at: www.nts.org.uk/visit/places/hugh-millers-birthplace \nHugh Miller’s Big Birthday Weekend! \n\nFree with admission to the Birthplace Museum\nSaturday 11th October and Sunday 12th October 2025\nMuseum opening hours 11:00 to 16:00 (Last entry 15:30)\n\nT&Cs \n\nOnly service and guide dogs are permitted inside the museum and cottage. Dogs are permitted inside Lydia Garden so long as they are kept on a leash and under control\nAll attendees under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by either an parent or guardian and cannot be left unattended during your visit to Hugh Miller’s Birthplace\nIf you are interested in attending the Fossil Walks taking place over the Big Birthday Weekend\, we strongly recommend prebooking tickets – visit our website to book on our walks\n\nNational Trust for Scotland (or equivalent) members and Cromarty residents get free entry to Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Cottage and Museum. Standard admission rates still apply over the Big Birthday Weekend. \nCost: Free with museum admission. No booking required \n\n \n\nAn event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2025\, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust. Please support us: Discover – Support – Join.
URL:https://www.scottishgeologytrust.org/event/hugh-millers-big-birthday-weekend/
LOCATION:NTS Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Cottage & Museum\, Church Street\, Cromarty\, Highland\, IV11 8XA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Indoor Event,Outdoor Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NTS Hugh Miller's Birthplace Cottage & Museum":MAILTO:millermuseum@nts.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Guided Walk: Arthurs Seat with BGS
DESCRIPTION:Join the British Geological Survey (BGS) for a guided 2-hour walk around Arthur’s Seat\, Edinburgh’s iconic extinct volcano. \nLed by BGS geologists\, this walk explores the fascinating volcanic and glacial history of the area\, including lava flows\, dolerite intrusions\, and evidence of Ice Age activity. \nAlong the route\, participants will gain insights into how the landscape was formed and shaped over millions of years\, with stops at key geological features and viewpoints. \nSuitable for most fitness levels\, will include uphill mostly on paths. The walk combines science\, scenery\, and storytelling in one of Scotland’s most dramatic natural settings. \nParticipants should be over 9 years old\, under 16s must be supervised by an adult at all times. \nMeet at the Holyrood Park car park on Queens Drive. \nFree\, but booking essential. Book here
URL:https://www.scottishgeologytrust.org/event/guided-walk-arthurs-seat/
LOCATION:Holyrood Park\, Queen's Drive\, Edinburgh\, EH8 8HG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251012T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251012T110000
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SUMMARY:Guided Walk: Fossil Walks\, Cromarty
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided walk along Cromarty beach with an experienced guide to discover the rocks\, fossils\, and geological formations that captivated Hugh Miller… \n\nTravel back to a time 140 million years before the first dinosaur to discover a Scotland below the equator; one where strange ancient fish swam in a lake that covered almost all of the Highlands!\nTake part in active citizen science as we search for fossils\, and have your name go alongside any new discoveries made and displayed at Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Museum!\nSee Cromarty beach in a new light as we look at the geological processes that have shaped this famous stretch of coastline!\n\nFossil Walks – every Friday and Saturday (tide dependent). Book online via Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Cottage and Museum’s website. \nEvent cost:  \n\nAdult (Aged 14+) – £13.00 plus online booking fees\nConcession (Student\, Over 60s) – £10.00 plus online booking fees\nChild (under 14 years old – must be accompanied by an adult) – £5.50 plus online booking fees\n\nT&Cs \n\nTours are subject to tide times\, taking place during either a low or falling tide. Tours depart from the Birthplace Museum – please arrive no later than ten minutes before tour sets off to check in.\nAs Cromarty is an exposed shingle beach we advise wearing appropriate outdoor clothing for the walk – particularly outdoor\, waterproof footwear.\nTours will last approx. 90 minutes – we advise using facilities if necessary before departing on the tour. Toilet facilities are available at Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Museum.\nPlease note as Cromarty experiences slow erosion that fossils are not guaranteed on every tour.\nOnly service and guide dogs are permitted on our Fossil Walks.\nAll attendees under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian and cannot be left unattended during the walks.\n\nOur fossil walks will be operating in compliance with the Scottish Fossil Code. Therefore fossils collected from the beach will remain at Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Museum on display for the duration of one month before being returned to the beach. \nWe strongly recommend reading over the Scottish Fossil Code before taking part in our walk. \nCost: £13 per person. Booking essential. Book here \n\n \n\nAn event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2025\, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust. Please support us: Discover – Support – Join.
URL:https://www.scottishgeologytrust.org/event/fossil-walks-cromarty-12oct/
LOCATION:NTS Hugh Miller’s Birthplace Cottage & Museum\, Church Street\, Cromarty\, Highland\, IV11 8XA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NTS Hugh Miller's Birthplace Cottage & Museum":MAILTO:millermuseum@nts.org.uk
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SUMMARY:(Rescheduled) Guided Walk: The Geology of Rouken Glen Park
DESCRIPTION:Please note this walk was originally scheduled to take place on the 4th of October however\, due to the severe weathering warnings in force\, it has been rescheduled and will now take place on the 25th October. \nJoin Margaret Greene\, President – Geological Society of Glasgow\, for a guided walk to explore over 300 million years of history around Rouken Glen Park. Discover rocks deposited at a time when Scotland was close to the equator and the area was part of a huge coastal plain on the edge of a shallow sea\, experiencing a hot\, tropical and humid climate. \nThe walk will follow the leaflet on the geology of the park produced by East Renfrewshire and available on the Glasgow Geological Society website. \nSaturday 25th October at 11am. Meeting point – at the pond in Rouken Glen (Rouken Glen Pond\, 10 Davieland Road\, Giffnock G46 7LA) . what3words – ///once.deeper.focal \nFree\, no booking required.  \n\n \n\nAn event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2025\, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust. Please support us: Discover – Support – Join. \n \n 
URL:https://www.scottishgeologytrust.org/event/roukenglen/
LOCATION:Rouken Glen Park\, Rouken Glen Pond\, 10 Davieland Road\, Giffnock\, G46 7LA
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Geological Society of Glasgow":MAILTO:meetings@gsocg.org
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