Lecture: The Complex Geology of the Somerset Coalfield
Speaker:
Date and Time
19:30 -
Location
Virtual Talk via Zoom
Lecture Description
This lively and informative talk will present Andy’s observations and interpretation of the geology and history of the Somerset coalfield. The content will include an overview of the geological setting and an introduction to the geological pioneers responsible for the development of the coalfields. This will lead on to a discussion of coal measure fossils and the complex faulted structure inherited from the Variscan orogeny.
About the speaker: Andy gained a geology degree at Edinburgh University in 1982. After 5 years working on oil drilling rigs, mostly in the Norwegian Arctic Circle, he made a career change to IT Networks and Communications. In 2021 he moved to Yeovil. On retiring in 2022, Andy joined the Somerset Geology Group (SGG) and the Dorset Building Stones Group where he has rediscovered his love of geology. Andy serves as the webmaster for the SGG and is part of the coordinating team for this volunteer group focused on appreciating, conserving, and promoting Somerset’s geology. He leads guided geological walks, such as those exploring the quarries and history of Ham Hill, linking geology to archaeology and local history, and is involved with research into traditional building stones.
Attending via Zoom
This lecture will take place online via Zoom.
Bath Geological Society Members: Free of charge. Joining instructions and the Zoom link are sent to members by email prior to the lecture.
Visitors & Non-Members: (including members of the Geologists' Association and affiliated societies) Please book via Eventbrite to receive Zoom access (see the Entry Fee details above).
How to join: Click the Zoom link provided in your email or Eventbrite confirmation. You can join using the Zoom desktop or mobile app, or directly via your web browser without installing any software. The virtual waiting room opens approximately 15 minutes before the scheduled start time, and attendees will be admitted before the talk commences.
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