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Discover Thornbury and Explore the Fossils and Geodiversity of Brinkmarsh Quarry
Sip back and discover Brinkmarsh Quarry near Thornbury, a designated SSSI and one of Britain’s key Silurian fossil sites. Explore fossil-rich Brinkmarsh Beds of the Wenlock Series, dating back over 427 million years, revealing ancient marine life including corals, brachiopods, and rare gastropods. Set within the Tortworth Inlier, this overgrown quarry showcases volcanic ash layers, Celestine veins, and tectonic features, offering a unique glimpse into Britain's dynamic Siluri
Jul 15, 20253 min read


Fossil Coast Explores UK UNESCO Global Geopark's (Part 1 of 2)
Sip back and explore the first part of Fossil Coast Drinks Co’s two-part series on UK UNESCO Global Geoparks. Discover how UNESCO protects internationally significant geological landscapes, from the Cuilcagh Lakelands and North Pennines to the North West Highlands. Learn about geotourism, Earth heritage conservation, and the science behind some of the UK’s most remarkable geoparks.
Aug 7, 20228 min read
Find out more about gin, cocktail recipes, our fossil coastline, and the places
along the way that you can enjoy a jigger of Fossil Coast Gin.
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