Malvern Hills - Saturday 19th September

The Bath Geological Society is organising a field trip to the southern end of the Malvern Hills to be led by David Owen from Gloucester Geology Trust. Chase End Hill and Howlers Heath will be visited to see Malvernian pegmatites and gneiss, Ordovician Shales and dolerite sills, Silurian sandstones and Permo-Triassic sandstones and breccia. Also the trip will have great views of landscape.
The trip involves a moderate level of activity; there is a steep climb at one point, and a steep descent at another.
Strong footwear, waterproofs and a packed lunch are required.
Meet at 10.30 a.m. at GR SO 756,349. A map and written details are available by email or telephone - you are requested to 'phone 24 hours prior to this trip - 01249 443019 (mobile 07712 776117).
Hope to see you there!