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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


Discover Somerset and Explore the Fossils and Geodiversity of Bleadon Hill
Sip back and discover Bleadon Hill, near Weston-super-Mare on the edge of the Mendip Hills, is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and Geological Conservation Review (GCR) site. It features down-faulted Carboniferous Limestone and a mysterious ridge of calcite-cemented sands and gravels. This ridge, separated by the Bleadon Member valley, contains rare reworked Jurassic foraminifera, raising questions about its origin—whether Jurassic beach, Pleistocene shoreline, or
Jul 8, 20253 min read


Discover Bristol and Explore the Fossils and Geodiversity of Quarry Steps at Durdham Down in Clifton
Sip back and discover the fossils and geodiversity of Quarry Steps at Durdham Down in Clifton, Bristol a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) where the Bristol Dinosaur, Thecodontosaurus antiquus, was discovered. Step into deep time at this unique Triassic site Just a stone’s throw from the vibrant city of Bristol where the first-ever reptile-bearing fissure deposits were discovered in Britain that helped shape our understanding of early dinosaur evolution.
Jun 19, 20254 min read


Discover Scotland and Explore the Geodiversity of the Agassiz Rock in Edinburgh
Sip back and discover the Agassiz Rock in Edinburgh, a Site of Special Scientific Interest within the Hermitage of Braid and Blackford Hill Local Nature Reserve. Explore glacial striations formed during the last Ice Age and learn how Louis Agassiz’s 1840 discoveries helped establish glacial theory and transform understanding of Scotland’s Quaternary landscape.
Jun 6, 20253 min read


Discover Scotland and Explore the Geodiversity of the Achnasheen Terraces Near Wester Ross
Sip back and discover Scotland and explore the Achnasheen Terraces a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) located just south of the village of Achnasheen in the Northwest Highlands of Scotland. Covering approximately 2.5 km² this site is one of Scotland’s most striking and well-preserved examples of a fluvioglacial landscape showcasing a series of geologically significant outwash and delta terraces.
Jun 6, 20253 min read


Discover Scotland and Explore the Geodiversity and Fossils of Achanarras Quarry Near Caithness
Sip back and discover Scotland and Explore the Geodiversity and Fossils of Achanarras Quarry Near Caithness. Sip back and discover Scotland and explore the geodiversity and fossils of Achanarras Quarry located approximately 2 Km west of the village of Spittal in Caithness a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) of international geological significance telling a story of an ecosystem dating back to the Givetian Stage of the Middle Devonian epoch.
Jun 5, 20255 min read


Fossil Hunting at White Nothe Near to Ringstead Bay on the Jurassic Coast of Dorset.
Sip back and discover fossil hunting at White Nothe on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast with expert insights from author Steve Snowball. Explore Chalk, Upper Greensand and Lower Greensand geology, safe access from Ringstead Bay, fossil types including echinoids, ammonites and shark teeth, tide timing, safety advice and responsible collecting within this protected SSSI coastal landscape for collectors seeking Cretaceous fossils on the Dorset coast.
Oct 3, 20245 min read


Fossil Hunting at Durlston Bay and Peveril Point on the Jurassic Coast of Dorset.
Sip back and discover expert-led fossil hunting at Durlston Bay and Peveril Point on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast with renowned author Steve Snowball. Learn about Purbeck Limestone geology, fossil types, access routes, safety risks, tides, SSSI rules, and essential equipment. This in-depth guide supports experienced fossil collectors planning responsible, informed visits to one of England’s most scientifically important coastal fossil sites and guidance.
Apr 23, 20244 min read


Discovering the Lulworth Rangers of the Lulworth Estate in Dorset
Sip back and discover who the Lulworth Rangers are and the vital role they play in conserving the Lulworth Estate, Durdle Door and Lulworth Cove on Dorset’s Jurassic Coast. From biodiversity protection and geology to visitor safety, education and sustainable tourism, explore how this expert ranger team safeguards one of the UK’s most iconic coastal landscapes.
May 24, 20236 min read


A Little Of What You Fancy in Lynton
Fossil Coast Drinks is pleased to announce that “A Little Of What You Fancy” the artisan food and drink retailer is stocking Fossil Coast.
Feb 2, 20222 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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