Online Resources

Useful Websites

British Geological Survey – Geology viewer free access to maps of bedrock geology and superficial deposits for the UK, down to 1:50,000 scale.
Earthwise – British Geological Survey’s digital publication channel
NatureScot – Landforms and geology

Geological Societies in Scotland

The geological societies offer field trips, lectures and publications.
Geological Society of Glasgow
Edinburgh Geological Society
Aberdeen Geological Society
Highland Geological Society
OUGS – The Open University Geological Society Scotland Branch

Scotland’s Beach Pebble Guide

Scotland has amazing pebble beaches and amazing geology. The Beach Pebble Guide has information and activities to help you explore Scotland’s pebble beaches, geology and climate change:

  • Explore the variety of pebbles on Scotland’s beaches
  • Find out what these pebbles tell us about Scotland’s geological story
  • Learn about beach processes and the impact of climate change on the coast
  • Try out some hands-on beach pebble activities next time you visit the beach