VISIT TO LOCAL QUARRIES – TUESDAY 6^TH AUGUST

Richard Edwards will be leading this visit to 5 local quarries – North, Tank, Westminster Bank, Dingle and Gardiners Quarries.  The intention is to travel by car between sites to minimise the walking involved.

Objectives

The principal objective is to study the igneous rocks and structures in the northern  sector of the Malvern Hills. From time to time we will use vantage points to talk about the wider geological context.

Details

10.00 Meet at the free car park in Tank Quarry [entrance just beyond the Clock Tower as you approach up North Malvern Road].   Visit North and Tank Quarries.

Move on to park in Westminster Bank near the Elim College for visit to Westminster Bank Quarry

            Park in layby on West Malvern Road for visit to Dingle Quarry.

Lunch at nearby pub [or bring sandwiches if you prefer].

            Park at Gardiners Quarry [a pay car park unless you have a Conservators parking permit] for this visit.

3.30pm –return to Tank Quarry car park

Walking Conditions

Only limited distances involved at each location but access to both Westminster Bank and Dingle quarries involves a short medium steep climb.  Sensible footwear essential as any quarry has uneven surfaces. Hard hats will be available.

Booking arrangements

Contact Jim on 01886 832802 on or after Monday 8^th July. Overall numbers limited to about 18. Normal 20p U3A charge.

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