DOCSLIB.ORG

SCOTT SIMPSON LECTURE the GLASTONBURY SHEET – ASPECTS of ONGOING RESEARCH Steve Booth 1, Elaine Burt 2 and Keith Ambrose

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
SCOTT SIMPSON LECTURE the GLASTONBURY SHEET – ASPECTS of ONGOING RESEARCH Steve Booth 1, Elaine Burt 2 and Keith Ambrose Abstracts ABSTRACTS OF OTHER PAPERS /POSTERS PRESENTED AT THE ANNUAL CONFERENCE , J ANUARY 2009 SCOTT SIMPSON LECTURE THE GLASTONBURY SHEET – ASPECTS OF ONGOING RESEARCH Steve Booth 1, Elaine Burt 2 and Keith Ambrose STRUCTURE OF THE CENTRAL AND WESTERN 1British Geological Survey, Keyworth, EUROPE VARISCIDES IN THE LIGHT OF Nottingham, NG12 5GG, U.K. GRAVIMETRIC , MAGNETIC AND SEISMIC DATA 2British Geological Survey, Columbus House, Tongwynlais, Cardiff, CF15 7NE, U.K. Jean-Bernard Edel EOST, UMR 7516 of CNRS-Strasbourg I University The recent ongoing mapping programme by the British Geological Survey in the Glastonbury district (Somerset) has provided a wealth of new information about the Triassic to About 65 % of the Palaeozoic basement is hidden by a Jurassic rocks that underlie the area and the younger overlying Mesozoic to recent sedimentary cover. In order to fill up the deposits. Research in this area is still ongoing, but some gaps we used gravity and magnetic maps, - transformed maps of preliminary results are presented, along with some ideas for the gravimetric and magnetic anomalies (derivatives, downward further study. Some areas where the research is currently and upward continuations, analytical signal) and, - measurements focussed are: (1) The Lias Group rocks have been drilled and of the densities, induced and remanent magnetizations on cored and together with the use of field data a new stratigraphy outcropping rocks and cores. An interpretative geological map has been introduced for the Charmouth Mudstone Formation. of the Variscides from south west England to the Polish Sudetes (2) NextMap data has been studied to give an overall is presented. 3D gravimetric and magnetic modelling impression of the complex faulting and structure in the area. constrained by the available deep reflection seismic sections (3) Re-mapping of the Burtle Beds (sands and gravels) has allow us to image in depth the structures shown on the map. shown that current exposures are not as widespread as Thanks to the specific geophysical character of the subduction previously mapped. A re-evaluation of the deposits is currently related rocks, the Devonian and Carboniferous sutures can be ongoing. traced. Strong magnetic anomalies show the extension of the Carboniferous Morvan – S. Vosges – Swabian Jura – Central Bohemia and the N. Vosges – Odenwald –Thuringia magmatic arcs. The magnetic anomalies of the Central Channel probably represent the western extension of the latter arc. The interpretative map underlines the importance of Carboniferous ANIMAL , VEGETABLE OR MINERAL ? wrenching which is associated with block rotations and FOSSIL MOULDS FROM WEMBURY POINT , facilitated the intrusion of numerous granitoids. Therefore, emplacement of the large magnetic body responsible for the SOUTH DEVON Paris Basin anomaly was associated with wrenching and Elaine Burt and Chris Ruse clockwise rotation of the Cadomian Armorican block. British Geological Survey, Columbus House, Tongwynlais, Cardiff, CF15 7NE, U.K. The rocks on the foreshore at Wembury Point, near Plymouth belong to the Early Devonian Dartmouth Group. The rocks comprise mainly silty mudstones and siltstones and are likely to be of lacustrine or fluvial mudflat origin. The succession usually yields only fish fragments and very sparse examples of Bellerophon, however at this location unusual fossil moulds in a rosette form are preserved. The preservation of the moulds is unusually good and can be seen to take a radial form. ‘Spokes’ reach outwards from a central ‘orifice’ and between some of these connecting ladder like structures are seen. Although the features resemble modern ‘jellyfish’ or plant like forms, no such structures have been recorded from the Devonian. It is therefore most likely that the features were formed as mineral growths in a continental evaporate sequence. 171 Abstracts ROMAN MINING ON EXMOOR : A LONG PLEISTOCENE SEQUENCE AND RECENT A GEOMORPHOLOGICAL APPROACH AT ANSTEY ’S ARCHAEOLOGICAL FINDS AT CHARD JUNCTION PIT COMBE , D ULVERTON IN THE AXE VALLEY Jenny Bennett 1, Tony Brown 2 and Edward Rhodes 3 A.G. Brown, L.S. Basell and P.S. Toms 1School of Geography, Archaeology and Earth Resources, School of Geography, University of Southampton, Highfield University of Exeter, Exeter, EX4 1RJ, U.K. Campus, Southampton, SO17 1BJ, U.K. 2School of Geography, University of Southampton, Highfield Campus, Southampton, SO17 1BJ, U.K. The Axe Valley on the borders of Devon, Dorset and Somerset has long been known for its rich Palaeolithic 3Department of Environmental and Geographical Sciences, archaeology. Likewise it has a long history of research by Manchester Metropolitan University, Quaternary geologists having been once regarded as an outflow Chester Street, Manchester, M1 5GD, U.K. from Glacial Lake Maw which was thought to have occupied the Somerset Levels. Whilst this theory has been discredited A survey of valley fills in south facing combes (headwater there remains a geological conundrum in the thickness valleys) along the south side of the Exmoor massif revealed an and form of the Quaternary deposits within the valley. The anomalously deep infill in one valley. This infill of up to 5 m discovery in July 2008 of two lower Palaeolithic bifaces at the depth had been gullied revealing a complex stratigraphy. Studies lower levels of the Chard Junction quarry (Hodge Ditch) has of the stratigraphy, clast orientation and shape suggested re-invigorated this research question. Previous work by the several accumulation episodes under different environmental PRoSWEB Project had obtained dates on the upper part of the conditions commencing under a periglacial climatic regime. complex fluvial sequence at Chard Junction and this, along with Later units included sandy silts which can be dated using recent research, has proven a remarkably long sequence of optically stimulated luminescence (OSL) of quartz grains. The deposits extending from the Middle Pleistocene (probably OSL dates indicate that the inter-gravel silts accumulated in two before MIS 12) to the Holocene (MIS 1). This sequence periods, the Romano-British period and the 16th-17th centuries contains many hiatuses and lateral complexities but is clearly AD. A survey of the very small valley catchment revealed a a strong terrestrial reflection of the global climate change linear trench of a type associated with early iron-mining. Given record and is probably the longest semi-continuous stacked the anomalously high volume of accumulated sediment from fluvial sequence in the British Isles. This paper will briefly such a small catchment and evidence of mining on the slope summarise the sedimentary geology of the site and the recent above the site, the geomorphic mechanism is almost certainly archaeological finds and illustrate their importance for studies the downslope transport of mining debris from the slope to the of the Palaeolithic in SW England. valley floor. This study suggests that the systematic survey of headwater valleys in metalliferous uplands may be one way of locating areas of early mining activity and that such deposits could provide a chronology of working and abandonment. THE VARISCAN : WHERE WE ARE IN SW E NGLAND Robin K. Shail 1 and Brian E. Leveridge 2 THE ENGLISH RIVIERA GEOPARK – PAST , 1Camborne School of Mines, College of Engineering, PRESENT AND FUTURE Mathematics and Physical Sciences, University of Exeter, Cornwall Campus, Penryn, TR10 9EZ, U.K. Mel Border 2British Geological Survey, Keyworth, Nottingham, NG12 5GG, U.K. English Riviera Geopark Coordinator, The Seashore Centre, Tanners Road, Goodrington, Paignton, Devon, TQ4 6LP, U.K. SW England is bounded, offshore to the south, by a In September 2007 Torbay received international recognition reactivated late Devonian suture with the Normannian Terrane for its rich geological and cultural heritage, when it became (Armorican affinities), and to the north and east by the Bristol one, of what is now, 57 areas around the world to be endorsed Channel-Bray Fault that brought about late Westphalian by UNESCO and welcomed into the network of European juxtaposition against unequivocal Avalonian lithosphere. and Global Geoparks. The Geopark territory has a rich and Its Upper Palaeozoic geological evolution provides important well-exposed geological heritage, from Devonian reefs to constraint on Variscan tectonic models due to its proximity Pleistocene bone-caves. This geology has strong links to the to the Rhenohercynian and/or Rheic suture(s). Further east history of the science and culture, not least as Torbay includes in mainland Europe, late Devonian convergence along the sites crucial to the initial characterisation of the Devonian active northern margin of the Saxothuringian Zone (Mid- Period. Now just over a year on, the status is wholeheartedly German Crystalline High) resulted in continental collision and supported by the local council and is recognised as a key tool progressive inversion of the Devonian (Rhenohercynian) to promote both community pride in the Bay and sustainable passive margin during the Carboniferous. The westwards economic regeneration. Most exciting has been the Geoparks correlation of the Rhenohercynian suture, across the Bristol ability to successfully drive forward a major funding application Channel-Bray Fault, to SW England appears justified. However, totalling £5 million under the UK government Seachange the relationship between the closure of the Rheic Ocean and funding programme. The unique combination of a superb the development and destruction
Load more

Recommended publications
  • 2020 Paignton
    GUIDE 1 Welcome to the 2020 NOPS Kit Kat Tour Torbay is a large bay on Devon’s south coast. Overlooking its clear blue waters from their vantage points along the bay are three towns: Paignton, Torquay and Brixham. The bays ancient flood plain ends where it meets the steep hills of the South Hams. These hills act as suntrap, allowing the bay to luxuriate in its own warm microclimate. It is the bays golden sands and rare propensity for fine weather that has led to the bay and its seaside towns being named the English Riviera. Dartmoor National Park is a wild place with open moorlands and deep river valleys, a rich history and rare wildlife, making is a unique place and a great contrast to Torbay in terms of photographic subjects. The locations listed in the guide have been selected as popular areas to photograph. I have tried to be accurate with the postcodes but as many locations are rural, they are an approximation. They are not intended as an itinerary but as a starting point for a trigger-happy weekend. All the locations are within an hour or so drive from the hotel. Some locations are run by the National Trust or English Heritage. It would be worth being members or going with a member so that the weekend can be enjoyed to the full. Prices listed are correct at time of publication, concession prices are in brackets. Please take care and be respectful of the landscape around you. If you intend climbing or doing any other dangerous activities, please go in pairs (at least).
    [Show full text]
  • Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority
    Report No. 18/13 National Park Authority REPORT OF BUSINESS & PERFORMANCE MANAGER SUBJECT: INVESTIGATION INTO POTENTIAL APPLICATION FOR GEOPARK STATUS Purpose of Report To ask Members to confirm that no further action should be taken at present. Introduction/Background In 2012 the Authority approved the commissioning of an investigation into the potential economic and environmental benefits of Geopark status for some or all of the National Park. Consultants Ove Arup from Cardiff were appointed to review the benefits and problems identified by Geoparks in the UK and Europe. Summary Findings In order to obtain Geopark status, the area must not only include significant geological features, but must also promote geology through education, interpretation, events and also appoint a qualified geologist. The full report is included as an appendix, and the findings can be summarised as follows:- The quality of the geological features in Pembrokeshire would justify geopark status Although anecdotally it appears that Geopark status does have a positive impact on the local economy, this has not been proven in the few studies which have been carried out Geopark status is likely to attract only a limited number of additional visitors to the area in the short term although there is potential for additional educational visits Currently the National Park ‘brand’ is more widely recognised than geopark There is a cost to establishing, promoting and maintaining the Geopark status which depends on the amount of partnership contributions and volunteer involvement. It is likely that Geoparks will achieve UNESCO endorsement, however there is little justification in pursuing Geopark status at present, but geology should be featured more prominently in the education, interpretation and events organised by the Authority in order to prepare for a possible application in the future.
    [Show full text]
  • Devon School English, Paignton, at the Heart of the English Riviera Geopark
    Devon School English, Paignton, at the heart of the English Riviera Geopark. International Geoparks Pre-Conference course. Geological visits and excursions as part of the programme – notes by Nigel Heritage. Our Geopark specialist guides: Nigel Smallbones. Dip Hert Int. Retired Ranger and Manager of Berry Head NNR and SSSI for 27 years. Studied the Geology of Berry Head and Torbay. Interpreted the Geology through guided walks, displays and educational field trips. John Risdon John’s great love is the study of Devon’s heritage, namely its geology, geography and history and how all three become as one in what we call The English Riviera Geopark. John states how the greatest reward and joy he has had has been in working with people from many different walks of life and learning through them. Walking and exploration has always been a fundamental way of life in both enjoyment and learning about our wonderfully diverse world and he looks forward to being able to share his knowledge and enthusiasm for the world’s only urban geopark with you, during your stay in Torbay. Afternoon excursions week one, beginning Monday 12 September : Saltern Cove, Goodrington Sands and Waterside:- Showing Upper Devonian (Goniatite beds), Lower Devonian staddon facies of the Meadfoot Group, richly fossiliferous. Also uncomfortable contact between Lower Devonian and overlying Permian Beds. Berry Head National Nature Reserve:- A large headland of Devonian Limestone reaching a height of 60metres above sea level. Sea level changes can be observed as well as wave cut platforms on the cliffs but also with the large quarry the structure of the limestone with examples of red sandstone fissure dykes cut into the Devonian limestone and mark the first stages of the deposits in the Permo-Triassic period.
    [Show full text]
  • Explore the English Riviera Global Geopark Global Riviera English the Explore
    Tel: 0844 474 2233 (low cost call) cost (low 2233 474 0844 Tel: 9AP TQ5 Postcode: 882619 01803 Tel: 2JF TQ1 Postcode: 215136 01803 Tel: Tel: 01803 520022 01803 Tel: Web: www.englishriviera.co.uk/maritime Web: www.berryhead.org.uk Web: www.kents-cavern.co.uk Web: Web: www.countryside-trust.org.uk www.countryside-trust.org.uk Web: on a canoe adventure. canoe a on at the heart of Cockington Valley. Cockington of heart the at Explore the spectacular coastline coastline spectacular the Explore overnight stay in Warren Barn, Barn, Warren in stay overnight Canoe the Coves Coves the Canoe The trips can be booked with an an with booked be can trips The Rock climbing and abseiling opportunities are available. available. are opportunities abseiling and climbing Rock Shakespeare plays and ghost tours in summer. summer. in tours ghost and plays Shakespeare and group holidays. group and more inspiration. more House) and it provides a home for many rare species of wildlife. wildlife. of species rare many for home a provides it and House) attraction and host numerous events including bushcraft survival, survival, bushcraft including events numerous host and attraction to explore the Geopark coast. Geopark the explore to packages, ideal for team building trips trips building team for ideal packages, maritime website for for website maritime remains (the café and Geopark Visitor Centre are in the old Guard Guard old the in are Centre Visitor Geopark and café (the remains million years ago, the caves are a popular international visitor visitor international popular a are caves the ago, years million rush then there’s is no better way way better no is there’s then rush Trust offer some fantastic group group fantastic some offer Trust give us a call or visit our our visit or call a us give on the English Riviera.
    [Show full text]
  • Tor Bay Harbour Authority Port Masterplan
    Tor Bay Harbour Authority Port Masterplan Fit for a Sustainable Future for the Bay and the three enclosed Harbours of Brixham, Paignton and Torquay July 2013 Tor Bay Harbour Authority Port Masterplan Client Project Manager Consultant Funder Tor Bay Harbour Authority Torbay Development Agency Royal HaskoningDHV This Port Masterplan is part- Torquay Harbour Office 3rd Floor Tor Hill House Rightwell House financed by the European Regional Beacon Quay Union Street Bretton Development Fund under the Torquay Torquay Peterborough Interreg IVA France (Channel) – TQ1 2BG TQ2 5QW PE3 8DW England 2007-2013 programme www.tor-bay-harbour.co.uk www.torbaydevelopmentagency.co.uk www.royalhaskoningdhv.com www.interreg4a-channel.eu © Copyright by Royal HaskoningDHV and TDA, July 2013 Contents Foreword 4 Consultation & Community Engagement 28 Socio-economic considerations 54 Gordon Oliver, Mayor of Torbay Tor Bay Harbour 32 Implementation and delivery 56 Executive summary 6 Significance of the harbour Fishing and commercial activities Appendices 60 Introduction 14 Transport and connectivity References Setting the scene Spatial SWOT analysis Policy background – Planning Purpose & approach of the port masterplan Planning - policy background Policy background – Transport Transport - policy background Environmental Designations Context of Tor Bay Harbour 18 Green environment Tor Bay Recreation, leisure and tourism Brixham Harbour Paignton Harbour Proposals for Tor Bay Harbour 45 Torquay Harbour Tor Bay Harbour Brixham Harbour Strategy for Tor Bay Harbour Authority 26 Paignton Harbour Torquay Harbour Tor Bay Harbour Authority Port Masterplan Tor Bay Harbour Authority 4 Port Masterplan foreword Gordon Oliver, Mayor of torbay Foreword Mayor Oliver 5 Gordon “Torbay’s coastal location has been the most influential More recently an investment of some £20m has seen a new Foreword by factor in our history and it is also an essential part of our fish landing quay, office complex, fish processing units, fish Oliver, Mayor of Torbay future.
    [Show full text]
  • EGN Magazine Issue 12
    European Geoparks Magazine●Issue 12 Geoparks: Live the experience 1 THE EUROPEAN GEOPARKS NETWORK www.europeangeoparks.org 2015 30 March – 1 April 2015: European CALENDER 35th European Geoparks Meeting Geoparks Network Paris- UNESCO Headquarters Magazine May –June 2015: Issue No 12 / 2015 European Geoparks Week 2015 Published by: Natural History Museum of the Lesvos Petrified 10 - 14 June 2015: Forest on behalf of the European Geoparks 7th Workshop of the Italian Geoparks Network Rethink of the Planet Earth - experience of Executive editor: Nickolas Zouros communication and promotion of the geo- Publication Editor: Tony Ramsay environmental values Sesia - Val Grande Geopark Editorial board: Heinz Kollmann, Tony Ramsay, Jutta Weber, 23 June – 3 July 2015: Nickolas Zouros International Intensive Course on Geoparks Contributors: Jutta Weber, Gabi Dewald, Zhu DongE, Carldos Lesvos island Geopark – Greece Neto de Carvalho, Kejian Xu, Guosheng Yu, Sebastian Voigt, Lorenzo Marchetti, Hans Peter 3-6 September 2015: Schönlaub, Gerlinde Krawanja-Ortner, Asier 13th European Geoparks Conference Hilario, Leire Barriuso, Miren Mendia Aranguren, Dr. Dana Pietsch, Julia Franzen, Dr. Eamon Rokua Geopark – Finland Doyle, Heinz Kollman, Irmgard Auer, Pablo Rivas Palomo, Carmen Fernández Peña, Víctor 16-20 September 2015: Vargas Escudero, Alberto Gil Toja, Timo Kluttig, Alessia Amorfini, Antonio Bartelletti, Guiseppe 4th Asian - Pacific Geoparks Conference Ottria, Emanuele Guazzi, Silvia Ravani, Mauriio San’in - Kaigan Geopark - Japan Burlando, Lourdes Guerra González, Alicia Serna Barquero, Alessandra Casini, Armado Costantini, November 2015: Giancarlo Pagani, Georgia Kanellopoulou, Aris- Dimitris Leontaritis, Ana Jesus, Bonina Brandão, UNESCO General Conference Urtelinda Ramos, Peter Samsom, Steingerður Paris- UNESCO Headquarters Hreinsdóttir, Sigurður Sigursveinsson, Mike Goodwin, Pål Thjømøe, Sara Gentilini, Dipl.-Geogr.
    [Show full text]
  • English Riviera Geopark
    English Riviera The English Riviera GEOPARK Official application for nomination of the region Area entered: Torbay, Devon, The United Kingdom Application submitted by: Torbay Council Date: 12 February 2007 CONTENTS A. The English Riviera Geopark – Summary. 3 A.1 Name of the region. 3 A. Location . 3 A.3 Description of Torbay . 3 A.4 Detailed description of the organisation in charge. 3 A.5 Enclosures. 4 B. Scientific description of the European Geopark territory . 5 B.1 Introduction . 5 B. Full geological description of the region . 5 B.3 List and description of the geological sites . 6 B.4 Details on the interest and international, national or regional significance of these sites . 6 B.5 Current or potential pressure on the Geopark and these sites . 6 B.6 Current status in terms of protection of the sites. 7 B.7 Site management data. 8 B.8 List and description of non-geological sites. 8 C. Arguments for nominating the region as a European Geopark . 9 C.1 Comprehensive analysis of the region’s potential for the development of economically sustainable geotourism. 9 C. Description of existing geological institutions and activities. 11 C.3 Policies for the protection, enhancement and economic development of the geological heritage. 1 C.4 The territory’s interest in joining the network. 1 D. General information on the territory . 22 D.1 Economic activity . D. Provisions for the protection of the region. 3 D.4 Existing facilities and details of their collaboration with the Geopark. 8 D.5 Future facilities planned . 9 APPENDIX A. 30 APPENDIX B.
    [Show full text]
  • Geoparks Sustainable Tourism Destinations
    European Geoparks Magazine●Issue 14 Geoparks sustainable tourism destinations THE EUROPEAN GEOPARKS NETWORK www.europeangeoparks.org 2017 21-26 March 2017: 39th European Geoparks Meeting Burren and Cliffs of Moher UGG, Ireland, European CALENDAR www.burrengeopark.ie/egn-meeting Geoparks Network 12-22 June 2017: International Intensive Course on Geoparks Magazine UNESCO Global Geoparks and Geotourism Activities Lesvos island UGG, Greece www.petrifiedforest.gr/geoparks2017 Issue No 13 / 2016 24th May – 11th June 2017: European Geoparks Network Published by: Week in all European Geoparks, Europe www.europeangeoparks.org Natural History Museum of the Lesvos Petrified Forest on behalf of the European Geoparks 12th – 22nd June 2017: International Intensive Course Network on Geoparks. UNESCO Global Geoparks and Geotourism Developement Executive editor: Nickolas Zouros Lesvos Island UNESCO Global Geopark, Greece www.petrifiedforest.gr/geoparks2017 Publication Editor: Tony Ramsay 5th – 6th September 2017: 40th European Geoparks Editorial board: Network Meeting Tony Ramsay, Jutta Weber, Nickolas Zouros 7th – 9th September 2017: 14th European Geoparks Contributors: Conference Tony Ramsay, Vesa Krökki, Mikko Kiuttu, Barnabás Azores UNESCO Global Geopark, Portugal Korbély, Florian Dierickx, Irina Pavlova, Sarah http://www.egnazores2017.com/ Gaines, Staridas Spyros, C. Fassoulas, Melanie Border, Annie-Marie Donslund, Ana Lima, 16th – 17th September 2017: UGG Council Meeting Diamantino Pereira, Sílvia Marcos, Mojca Gorjup 18th APGN September 2017: APGN AC and CC Meetings Kavčič, Bojan Režun, Nina Erjavec, Jaka Kenk, 19th – 22th September 2017: 5th Asian Pacific Geoparks Sanja Marija Pellis, Eamon Doyle, Tiffany Sarre, Sophie Justice, Mona Holte, Andreas Schüller, Julia Network Symposium Franzen, Luis Alcalá, Luis Mampel, Francisco Javier Zhijindong Cave UNESCO Global Geopark, China Verdú, Guiseppe Mogavero, Pasquale Li Puma, Abu Sharib, T.
    [Show full text]
  • English Riviera Geopark Management Plan Executive Summary
    English Riviera The English Riviera GEOPARK MANAGEMENT PLAN EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Geoparks aim to protect geodiversity and to promote geological heritage to the general public, as well as to support sustainable economic development of the region through geotourism. The unique combination of a superb geological resource, existing tourism facilities and well developed partnerships with public, private and voluntary sectors puts Torbay in a strong position to develop a dynamic and successful Geopark, promoting geological heritage and sustainable development in the 21st Century. The international importance of Torbay’s geology is undeniable, 32 geosites telling a story covering a total of 3 geological time periods, all found within a compact area. In the early 18th century, one site in particular, Lummaton Quarry, played a key role in contributing to the understanding of what was happening around 409 - 363 million years ago. Fossils found at the quarry completed the picture of that period of time and thus led to the naming of the Devonian period; in fact this is the only geological period to be named after a place. Beautiful fossilised corals reveal that Torbay was once located south of the equator, bathed in shallow tropical seas, teeming with life. These fossils are today easy to view in the limestones latter quarried and used in local buildings and sea walls. The unimaginable pressures of plate tectonic movements are visible in the folded and fractured limestones, evidence of a time when Africa literally collided with Europe. There followed further shifting of the continental plates and by 280 million years ago Torbay became a sweltering Sahara-like desert, a desert so hot that irons in the rocks were oxidised turning them red.
    [Show full text]
  • Geopark Feasibility Study FINAL
    FEASIBILITY STUDY STONEHAVEN AREA GEOPARK Prepared by Elma McMenemy Marketing + PR in association with Robert Needham September 2008 CONTENTS Page EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 3 INTRODUCTION 4 Part One – The Geopark Experience THE BENEFITS OF GEOPARK STATUS 5-7 GEOPARK APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES 8-12 GEOPARK MANAGEMENT 13-17 GEOPARK INTERPRETATION AND PROMOTION 18-23 Part Two – The Case for Stonehaven and area INTRODUCTION & GEOLOGY OF THE HIGHLAND BOUNDARY FAULT 24-27 DESIGNATIONS AND SITES OF INTEREST 28-32 DEFINING THE GEOPARK BOUNDARIES 33-34 INTERPRETATING AND PROMOTING THE GEOPARK 35-37 INFRASTRUCTURE OF THE AREA 38-39 STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION 40-41 MANAGEMENT OF THE GEOPARK 42-44 POTENTIAL ECONOMIC BENEFIT OF THE GEOPARK 45-46 ESTIMATED COSTS AND POTENTIAL SOURCES OF FUNDING 47-50 KEY POINTS & RECOMMENDATIONS 51-52 Appendices BENEFITS OF RIGS GROUPS 53 LIST OF PEOPLE CONSULTED 54 ________________________________________________________________________ Feasibility Study: Stonehaven area Geopark Elma McMenemy Marketing + PR in association with Robert Needham 2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This report results from a short-term study, July – mid-September 2008, to assess the feasibility of an application for UNESCO Geopark status for the Stonehaven area, and is funded by Aberdeenshire Council (Kincardine and Mearns), the East Grampian Coastal Partnership and Stonehaven Business Association Tourism Group. AIMS see also page 4 The Study aims to investigate the possibility of developing an area of north east Scotland, centred on Stonehaven, to
    [Show full text]
  • The English Riviera Global Geopark
    L O C A L S T U D I E S E D U C A T I O N S E R I E S THE ENGLISH RIVIERA GLOBAL GEOPARK “Torbay is a place which endears itself to the patriot, the naturalist and the artist.” Charles Kingsley, author of The Water Babies LIBRARIES THE ENGLISH RIVIERA St Mary’s Bay, photo courtesy of English Riviera Tourism Company GLOBAL GEOPARK What is a Geopark? A Geopark is an area of outstanding This geology has strong links to the Did you know? geological, ecological and cultural history of science and culture, not In 1854, one of the Victorian era’s natural history luminaries, author Charles interest. To qualify for European least as Torbay includes sites crucial Kingsley, marveled at more than one aspect of natural history in Torquay. He Geopark status, it must comprise to the initial characterisation of the explored the marine life along the coastline, resulting in the publication of his geological sites of international Devonian Period. The area includes research, Wonders of the Shore and, residing significance in terms of their scientific one of the highest concentrations of near Torre Abbey (the resort’s oldest building) quality, rarity, beauty or educational protected geological sites in the UK developed an idea for his classic historical novel value. In September 2007 The English with 11 nationally protected sites and Westward Ho! In a letter to a friend, Kingsley Riviera became the 32nd member of the 15 regionally important sites. acknowledged the source of his inspiration: European Geoparks Network (itself a ‘Torbay is a place which endears itself to the part of the Global Network of National Did you know? patriot, the naturalist and the artist.
    [Show full text]
  • Torbay Heritage Strategy 2021 – 2026
    Torbay Heritage Strategy 2021 – 2026 Part 1 Adopted November 2020 Heritage skills learning aboard Vigilance with thanks to Friends of the Vigilance Contents Foreword......................................................................................................................................... 3 Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 5 Vision............................................................................................................................................ 5 Purposes ...................................................................................................................................... 5 Approach ...................................................................................................................................... 6 Policy context ............................................................................................................................... 6 Torbay’s history in brief ................................................................................................................ 9 Heritage assets and designations .............................................................................................. 11 Vulnerabilities and opportunities ............................................................................................... 13 Vulnerabilities ............................................................................................................................
    [Show full text]