Come and see the largest collection of Pictish carvings anywhere - still in the place they were made over 1,500 years ago. Located on a dramatic stretch of Fife coastline overlooking the Firth of Forth, the Wemyss Caves are home to over 50 inscribed symbols, animal figures and a depiction of an early medieval boat. The caves […]
Join Dr Katie Strang for a guided walk to explore the urban geology around the University of Glasgow's Gilmorehill Campus. This circular walk will start and finish outside Kelvin Hall, and we'll examine the geology of the building stones and materials that have been used around the main area of Campus. From carboniferous sandstone to […]
This fourth walk in the Molehill to Mountain series is up Cul Mor, a Corbett, and will involve just over 800 metres of ascent. With views under our noses of incredible flowers, lichen and natural sandstone sculptures and when we lift our heads, the awesome hills surrounding this one, it is a gem of a […]
Weekend festival ‘ROCK PAPER CHISELS’ - A celebration of Luing’s past and future as a Slate Island Organised by Luing History Group and our parent the Isle of Luing Community Trust, with funding from Historic Environment Scotland and Scotland Book Trust's Live Literature. Friday Sept 20th to Sunday Sept 22nd 2024 Rock Paper Chisels celebrates […]
Explore the geological history of East Lothian, discovering the processes that have created today's beautiful coastal landscape and offshore islands. Intense volcanic activity 350 million years ago formed tough igneous rocks, but softer sedimentary rocks are also present and contain clues to past environments. Tutor: Angus D Miller BSc PhD Day 1: North Berwick Day […]
Weekend festival ‘ROCK PAPER CHISELS’ - A celebration of Luing’s past and future as a Slate Island Organised by Luing History Group and our parent the Isle of Luing Community Trust, with funding from Historic Environment Scotland and Scotland Book Trust's Live Literature. Friday Sept 20th to Sunday Sept 22nd 2024 Rock Paper Chisels celebrates […]
Join the Hugh Miller Birthplace Museum for a guided walk along Cromarty beach with an experienced guide to discover the rocks, fossils, and geological formations that captivated Hugh Miller... Travel 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 […]
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 2024, The Scottish Geology Trust, supported by Auchmithie Village Hall, are presenting a display of local […]
The 1821 Category B listed Well House in Bridge of Allan hides a history of both the exploitation of copper ore and mineral water, and is one of the earliest surviving buildings associated with the spa town of Bridge of Allan, Stirlingshire. Without this little building Bridge of Allan wouldn't be what it is today. […]
Weekend festival ‘ROCK PAPER CHISELS’ - A celebration of Luing’s past and future as a Slate Island Organised by Luing History Group and our parent the Isle of Luing Community Trust, with funding from Historic Environment Scotland and Scotland Book Trust's Live Literature. Friday Sept 20th to Sunday Sept 22nd 2024 Rock Paper Chisels celebrates […]
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 2024, The Scottish Geology Trust, supported by Auchmithie Village Hall, are presenting a display of local […]
The 1821 Category B listed Well House in Bridge of Allan hides a history of both the exploitation of copper ore and mineral water, and is one of the earliest surviving buildings associated with the spa town of Bridge of Allan, Stirlingshire. Without this little building Bridge of Allan wouldn't be what it is today. […]
Come and see the largest collection of Pictish carvings anywhere - still in the place they were made over 1,500 years ago. Located on a dramatic stretch of Fife coastline overlooking the Firth of Forth, the Wemyss Caves are home to over 50 inscribed symbols, animal figures and a depiction of an early medieval boat. The caves […]
Join Dr Katie Strang for a guided walk to explore the urban geology around the University of Glasgow's Gilmorehill Campus. This circular walk will start and finish outside Kelvin Hall, and we'll examine the geology of the building stones and materials that have been used around the main area of Campus. From carboniferous sandstone to […]
Join Angus Miller from Geowalks for a guided walk exploring the igneous rocks of Edinburgh at Blackford and Braid Hills. This circuit over two of Edinburgh’s Seven Hills will explore the early volcanic history of Edinburgh. These hills are the remains of silica-rich lava flows and ash layers that represent a very explosive and dramatic […]
This is a fantastic guided walk around Lochinver and long the River Inver with Suilven as a backdrop. Join us on this Ranger led guided walk near Lochinver to the ruins of the Highland clearance township at Dubh Clais and learn about how they lived 200 years ago. Lots of woodland and river edge wildlife […]
Starting at Hopeman beach huts we can see relicts of aeolian barchan and proposed star dunes before examining a stretch of coastline exhibiting small faults, a range of soft sediment deformation features, fluvial and lacustrine sandstones, abandoned millstones and quarries, trace fossils and other sedimentary features. This trip is in collaboration with the Open University […]
Croy Hill (managed by Forestry and Land Scotland) is associated with the some of the best preserved sections of the Antonine Wall but around 100 years ago this was heavily industrialised site occupied by the Carron Iron Company’s Nethercroy Colliery and Coke Works and its associated transport infrastructure. The colliery closed in 1914. Although many […]
Join the Hugh Miller Birthplace Museum for a guided walk along Cromarty beach with an experienced guide to discover the rocks, fossils, and geological formations that captivated Hugh Miller... Travel 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 […]
This course offers an opportunity to explore igneous rocks on Arthur’s Seat, learning to decipher the clues that hint at dramatic past events. Sessions are largely classroom based with lectures and practical activity. Please note, this course includes field trips - visits to Arthur’s Seat, a spectacular natural laboratory in the heart of Edinburgh. Tutor: Fiona […]
Join the Hugh Miller Birthplace Museum for a guided walk along Cromarty beach with an experienced guide to discover the rocks, fossils, and geological formations that captivated Hugh Miller... Travel 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 […]
An opportunity to discover Edinburgh’s volcano during your walk in Holyrood Park! Learn about the 340 million year history of Arthur’s Seat, from tropical lagoons to volcanic eruptions and glacial erosion. At this drop-in event, SGT geologists will interpret the landscape and explain the geology which creates this unique feature in the heart of the […]
Come and see the largest collection of Pictish carvings anywhere - still in the place they were made over 1,500 years ago. Located on a dramatic stretch of Fife coastline overlooking the Firth of Forth, the Wemyss Caves are home to over 50 inscribed symbols, animal figures and a depiction of an early medieval boat. The caves […]
Join Angus Miller from Geowalks for a guided walk exploring the igneous rocks of Edinburgh at Arthur's Seat. This circuit of Holyrood Park will take in all the geological highlights, drilling down through the layers of the extinct volcano to explore different parts of the volcanic complex. We’ll walk across lava flows on Whinny Hill, […]
Join Dr Katie Strang for a guided walk to explore the urban geology around the University of Glasgow's Gilmorehill Campus. This circular walk will start and finish outside Kelvin Hall, and we'll examine the geology of the building stones and materials that have been used around the main area of Campus. From carboniferous sandstone to […]
Join the Hugh Miller Birthplace Museum for a guided walk along Cromarty beach with an experienced guide to discover the rocks, fossils, and geological formations that captivated Hugh Miller... Travel 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 […]
Join the Hugh Miller Birthplace Museum for a guided walk along Cromarty beach with an experienced guide to discover the rocks, fossils, and geological formations that captivated Hugh Miller... Travel 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 […]
The North Coast Geotour will consist of 8 field days and has two more field days than the other geotours and is based in Durness. Transport via minibus will be available from Ullapool to Durness, all field localities and the return trip back to Ullapool. If Geotour participants wish to use their own transport that […]
The Scottish Geology Trust and Angus Alive provide a display of gorgeous Arbroath beach pebbles in the Signal Tower Museum Courtyard! Come along and see how many you can match with the identification guide! Venue: Signal Tower Museum Courtyard, Ladyloan, Arbroath DD11 1PU. This is a free drop-in event, no booking required. The Courtyard is […]
Join Luisa Hendry, @ScottishGeologist, to discover Volcanoes in Fife 🌋 Explore the captivating geology north of Kinghorn, where ancient landscapes and striking rock formations reveal Scotland’s rich geological history. This guided tour takes you along the scenic coastline, offering a unique opportunity to uncover millions of years of Earths history and learn about the basic […]
Join Dr Katie Strang for a guided walk to explore the urban geology around the University of Glasgow's Gilmorehill Campus. This circular walk will start and finish outside Kelvin Hall, and we'll examine the geology of the building stones and materials that have been used around the University Campus. From carboniferous sandstone to jurassic limestone, […]
Scottish Geology Festival 2025: celebrating the geology of western Mull, Iona Staff and Ulva Join Mull geologists, John Faithfull and James Westland, for a boat trip to MacCulloch's Tree and/or Ardtun. Limited to 10 places - cost approximately £30 per head - booking essential. To book, or for more info, email creaganmhuile@gmail.com An event in […]
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... Travel 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 […]
Join us for a creative and educational workshop where art meets geology. This hands-on workshop will explore the geological history of Stirling through pencil and paper. Discover how scientific sketching helps geologists to understand the landscape and learn to observe the world with a keen eye and curiosity. Geologists are artists out in the field, […]
Visit the holy grail of geology by boat! Join a rib boat our of Hutton's unconformity from the sea at Siccar Point. The boat leaves from Eyemouth and will not moor at Siccar Point. Cost £55 per person. The trip is being run by Eyemouth Rib Boats, with booking via the Edinburgh Geological Society. Contact […]
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 […]
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... Travel 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 […]
Join the GeoBus team to explore local rock and fossil highlights on the St Andrews coast. The first few stops on our walk will be within the town, followed by a wander along the Fife Coastal Path to visit our local volcano at the Rock and Spindle, a Geological SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest), […]
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 […]
Join Luisa Hendry, @ScottishGeologist, for an unforgettable journey along Dunure Beach, where Scotland’s ancient geological history meets stunning coastal landscapes. Explore the fascinating rock formations, learn about volcanic processes, and uncover how minerals along this beautiful Ayrshire coastline form. What to Expect 🪨 Explore Scotland’s Ancient Volcanic Rocks Examine the volcanic rocks that formed between […]
Wanna know what rocks make up the North West highlands of Scotland? Discover some of the oldest rocks in Europe and what Scotland was like back 3 billion years ago through to 500 million years ago. Come out with me for the day to learn about them. Pick up from available from Glasgow, or Inverness […]
Expert tuition by Geopark staff will help you to interpret the geology of this wild and remote highland landscape. The area has the lowest population density in Europe and exhibits unique geodiversity and biodiversity. As home of the oldest rocks in Europe, the first identified thrust fault, the oldest and biggest meteorite impact ejecta and […]
Discover the immense geological forces that have shaped the coastline around Cromarty in this introductory tour to geology! In 1820, Hugh Miller discovered the world of geology whilst working as a stonemason on the Black Isle. Since then, geologists both amateur and professional have flocked to Cromarty to marvel at the amazing rocks, fossils, minerals, […]
Walk Through Deep Time: A Geology Tour of Holyrood Park, Edinburgh with Luisa Hendry, @ScottishGeologist Join @ScottishGeologist for an unforgettable geology tour of Holyrood Park, home to Arthurs Seat, Salisbury Crags, and some of the most spectacular volcanic landscapes in Scotland. Explore the story of fire and ice that shaped Edinburghs dramatic scenery, from ancient […]
Join Luisa Hendry, @scottishgeologist, for a tour of the geological highlights of the Isle of Skye The Geology of the Isle of Skye Group tour (3 days) Day 1 Picking up/dropping off from Glasgow at 13:00 - meeting outside Costa Coffee - 50 George Square, Glasgow, G2 1EH We will drive through the beautiful Scottish […]
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... Travel 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 […]
The Highland Boundary Fault is one Scotland’s great tectonic structures, separating different landscapes and very different geology. Join geologists from the University of Aberdeen on a walk along the coast at Stonehaven – getting hands-on the rocks and exploring the significance of this major fault line. You’ll see deposits of long-lost rivers, rocks brought part […]
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... Travel 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 […]
Explore the geological landscape at the Greyhope Bay Centre, using watercolours in your sketchbook to capture the rocks and sea. Join geologist and artist Phoebe Sleath on a guided evening walk around Greyhope Bay Centre, where we will explore the rocky coastal landscape through confident and colourful watercolour sketches. About the Workshop To start Phoebe […]
Granite, garnets and much much more! Join geologists John Faithfull and James Westland for an Ardalanish geo-walk and picnic! Saturday 21st September To book, or for more info and times, email creaganmhuile@gmail.com An event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2025, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust. Please support us: Discover - Support - Join.
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 […]
Join the Early Careers Network and the Central Scotland Regional Group of the Geological Society of London for a relaxed evening connecting with fellow early career geologists and geoscientists! We'll kick things off with a brief introductory session in a city centre office, followed by a scenic walk up Calton Hill where we'll share some […]
Discover the Scottish Highlands like you’ve never seen them before. Delve deep into the geological past of the highlands with Luisa Hendry, @scottishgeologist Itinerary Glasgow - Loch Lomond - Falls of Falloch - Rannoch Moor - Glencoe - Ballachulish - Fort William - Glenfinnan - Return to Glasgow 08:00 Departure from Glasgow - Meet outside […]
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... Travel 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 […]
The 1821 Category B listed Well House in Bridge of Allan hides a history of both the exploitation of copper ore and mineral water, and is one of the earliest surviving buildings associated with the spa town of Bridge of Allan, Stirlingshire. Without this little building Bridge of Allan wouldn't be what it is today. […]
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 […]
An opportunity to discover Edinburgh’s volcano during your walk in Holyrood Park! Learn about the 340 million year history of Arthur’s Seat, from tropical lagoons to volcanic eruptions and glacial erosion. At this drop-in event, SGT geologists will interpret the landscape and explain the geology which creates this unique feature in the heart of the […]
The 1821 Category B listed Well House in Bridge of Allan hides a history of both the exploitation of copper ore and mineral water, and is one of the earliest surviving buildings associated with the spa town of Bridge of Allan, Stirlingshire. Without this little building Bridge of Allan wouldn't be what it is today. […]
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 […]
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... Travel 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 […]
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. The total walk is about […]
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 […]
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... Travel 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 […]
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 From 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. The walk will […]
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. There may be an option to […]
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 […]
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... Travel 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 […]
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... Travel 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 […]
Join geologists Alison Tymon and Ann Kellie for an exploration of the geological history of St Abbs. Starney 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 […]
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 […]
Join the British Geological Survey (BGS) for a guided 2-hour walk around Arthur’s Seat, Edinburgh’s iconic extinct volcano. Led 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. Along the route, participants will gain insights into how the […]
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... Travel 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 […]
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. Join Margaret Greene, President - Geological Society of Glasgow, for a guided walk to explore over 300 million […]
Siccar Point on the Scottish Borders coast is one of the most significant locations in the history of geology. It was here in 1788 that James Hutton predicted, and then found, an unconformity - a geological feature that represents a significant gap in the geological record, and shows how the Earth's surface is continually recycled […]
Step into the shadows of Greyfriars Kirkyard to walk the path of the man who redefined the age of the Earth. Join us for an exclusive Royal Society of Edinburgh & Friends of Greyfriars Kirkyard historical tour tracing the life, burial, and enduring legacy of James Hutton. We will explore the resting places of the […]
In order to help celebrate Hutton's Tercentenary, a group of church bell ringers from various parts of England and Scotland will meet on Wednesday 3rd June to ring the eight bells at Haddington church, East Lothian. The ringing will start at about 10.30am and continue without a break for three hours. This special type of […]
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 […]
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... 🦖 Travel 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 […]
Join the Geological Society of Glasgow for a field trip to Burnmouth The rocks exposed along the foreshore at Burnmouth in the Scottish Borders are early Carboniferous in age and belong to the Ballagan Formation. They were deposited in a low-lying vegetated coastal wetland around 350 million years ago, when Scotland as we know it […]
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... 🦖 Travel 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 […]
Join us for a creative and educational experience where art meets geology. This hands-on session will explore the geological history of Stirling through pencil and paper. Discover how scientific sketching helps geologists understand the landscape and learn to observe the world with a keen eye and curiosity. Geologists are artists out in the field, sketching […]
It is Scotland’s most important geological site, discovered by James Hutton in 1788, but Siccar Point is tucked away on the rugged coastline of the Scottish Borders: a hidden gem with beautiful coastal scenery and a rich geological story. We’ll get to the point by following James Hutton’s journey along the coast from Cockburnspath, gradually […]
An opportunity to discover Edinburgh’s volcano during your walk in Holyrood Park, and to celebrate the 300th Birthday of James Hutton, the father of modern geology, in the place where many of his crucial observations were made! Take a geological walk through the 340 million year history of Arthur’s Seat, from tropical lagoons to volcanic […]
Explore the coastal rocks of Glasgow and get hands-on with this mindful rock felting activity, where we'll create cozy woollen stones. We'll meet at Rouken Glen Park, where we'll explore some of the local rocks that we find. While the event is part of the Scottish Geology Festival, you don't need to a rock expert, […]
Inspired by In Time, Annie Cattrell RSA's curated element of the 200th Annual Exhibition, we invite you to join a walking tour led by local geologist Dr Angus Miller. Starting at the Royal Scottish Academy, we will reflect on the dynamic geology around our building at the Mound, Princes Street Gardens and the Old Town as we follow […]
Join the British Geological Survey (BGS) for a guided 2-hour walk around Arthur’s Seat, Edinburgh’s iconic extinct volcano. Led 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. Along the route, participants will gain insights into how the […]
Discover the Secrets of Arbroath’s Ancient Cliffs: A Geology Walk Through Time Join us for a captivating guided walk along the dramatic Arbroath cliffs, where the very rocks tell the story of Earth’s deep history. At the heart of this adventure lies Whiting Ness unconformity, a breathtaking geological feature that once inspired the pioneering work […]
James Hutton in Holyrood Park Leader: Angus Miller From the site of Hutton’s house at St John’s Hill, visit key locations in Holyrood Park that helped shape and confirm his ideas on the nature of igneous rocks. He didn’t get everything right! We’ll be guided by the ‘Lost Drawings’, view Arthur’s Seat from near Holyrood […]
In the footsteps of James Hutton: Arran Thursday 11 to Monday 15 June 2026 (4 nights) Welcome to the best geology in Scotland! In this tour of Arran’s geology, we will walk in the footsteps of James Hutton and discover crucial evidence that he used to support two aspects of his Theory of the Earth. […]
Hutton 300: Landscape, Rocks and Time Exhibition and Gunsgreen House Leader: Alison Tymon This unique excursion visits the temporary Hutton exhibition at Paxton House that includes examples of rocks and images from Hutton’s most famous sites, his thinking about time and geological processes, and the agricultural improvements he made while farming nearby. Then we head […]
Explore the coastal rocks of Edinburgh and get hands-on with this mindful rock felting activity, where we'll create cozy woollen stones. We'll meet at Granton Beach, where we'll explore some of the local rocks that we find. While the event is part of the Scottish Geology Festival, you don't need to a rock expert, it's […]
Hutton's Birthday celebrations at Leiden University On 14 June 2026, it will be exactly three centuries since James Hutton was born. Widely regarded as one of the most influential thinkers in the history of the earth sciences, Hutton is celebrated as a founding figure of modern geology. Less widely known—but of special importance to Leiden—is […]
Join us on the Eyemouth Rib for a trip to Hutton's Unconformity at Siccar Point, the famous site in the history of geology that was found in 1788, which James Hutton regarded as conclusive proof of his uniformitarian theory of geological development. Booking essential, book here: www.eyemouthribtrips.co.uk/booking An event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2026, […]
Well-known Edinburgh geologist, Angus Miller, will lead a special tercentenary walk in honour of James Hutton (3 June 1726 – 26 March 1797), the father of modern geology. This will be on Saturday, 20 June, starting at 10.00 from the Portuguese Cannon. Entitled ‘The view from Calton Hill: James Hutton’s Edinburgh’, Angus will take us around the […]
Join the GeoBus team on a guided walk to explore local rock and fossil highlights on the Fife coast near Kingsbarns. We’ll wander along the Fife Coastal Path route to explore a range of interesting rock types, features and fossils, including marks left by fossil trees and tracks left by a giant millipede. Meet at […]
James Hutton in Holyrood Park Leader: Angus Miller From the site of Hutton’s house at St John’s Hill, visit key locations in Holyrood Park that helped shape and confirm his ideas on the nature of igneous rocks. He didn’t get everything right! We’ll be guided by the ‘Lost Drawings’, view Arthur’s Seat from near Holyrood […]
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... 🦖 Travel 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 […]
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... 🦖 Travel 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 […]
Join the creative team involved in the Hutton 300 concert for a coach tour to Siccar Point, to explore the new Deep Time Trail and creative responses to James Hutton’s ideas. Coach tickets (£20 + booking fee) available now – book here An event in the Scottish Geology Festival 2026, organised by the Scottish Geology Trust. […]