NEXT WEEKS EVENTS
16TH TO 29TH JULY 2018
THE FOLLOWING IS AN EXTRACT FROM BRISTOL AND WEST COUNTRY GEOLOGY CALENDARS
MORE DETAILS CAN BE FOUND IN THE BRISTOL AND THE WEST COUNTRY CALENDARS AND ON THE WEB SITES OF THE RELEVANT SOCIETY OR ORGANISATION.
MONDAY 16TH
Tuesday 17th
WRG July 2018 Public Perception of geothermal power talk
When
Tue, 17 July, 18:00 – 20:00
Where
The Hub, 500 Park Avenue, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol (map)
Description
We’re going deeper underground: discovering public perceptions of the geological subsurface through Geothermal Power
Dr Hazel Gibson, University of Plymouth
17th July 2018. The Hub, Aztec West, Bristol.
Refreshments at 6pm for 6:30pm Start
The Western Regional Group is pleased to invite Dr Hazel Gibson, a researcher of the public perception and communication of geothermal power at the University of Plymouth. She is currently examining public perceptions of geology in the South West of England. Covering science communication, psychology, geology and geography, this research has led to a whole new understanding of how expert and non-expert geoscientists conceptualise the geological subsurface and how that understanding can be used to improve the effectiveness of our communications.
‘Geology; that’s just rocks isn’t it?’ Undoubtedly this is a phrase any geoscientist has heard many times in their life. But, as we know, geology is more than just rocks. In fact, from reducing our carbon budget using Carbon Capture and Storage, to the deep geological disposal of radioactive waste, geologists are attempting to solve several of our biggest environmental issues in many innovative ways. However, for the public, new technological solutions are often viewed with uncertainty, even fear and when questions held by the public are not addressed, the result can be catastrophic. Nowhere is this more clearly illustrated than with fracking, a technology whose public image is now so bad that it is hard to envision a space where communication is about engagement and not crisis management.
Enter Deep Geothermal Power. A relative newcomer to the deep geological technologies mix in the UK, it benefits from being fairly unknown and thus avoiding major negative connotations, but also being a renewable energy resource and therefore generally perceived to be popular. Managing deep geothermal’s debut into society is something that must be carefully handled, and it is essential that the public is partner in this introduction. The United Downs Deep Geothermal Power project just outside Redruth in Cornwall is providing the perfect opportunity to explore public perceptions of geothermal power and how those perceptions influence effective communication.
Venue: The Hub, 500 Park Avenue, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol, BS32 4RZ
The talk is open to everyone, no booking is required.
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Dave green, Field Course - Geology and Landscape in Gloucestershire
When
Tue, 17 July, 19:00 – 21:00
Where
Meet at the car park for the picnic site at Coaley Peak GR SO 794014 (map)
Description
17th July Haugh Wood to Fownhope, Woolhope
In the Woolhope Dome, an eroded anticline in Silurian sediments, there is a very close relationship between rock type, geological structure and the position of hills and valleys. This is a particularly beautiful part of Herefordshire.
Meet at the car park of the New Inn, Fownhope SO 578345, from where we shall take a small number of cars to Haugh Wood and walk back from the centre to the southern margin of the Woolhope Dome, crossing the Silurian rock types in order of age. The linear walk is on paths, tracks and minor roads, and will be 3-4km long, including some relatively small/gentle hills
Dave Green, Joys Green Farm, Forge Hill, Lydbrook, Glos GL17 9QU Tel 01594 860858
davegeostudies@gmail.com
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SMFS Evening Meeting
When
Tue, 17 July, 19:30 – 22:00
Where
The Friends' Meeting House, 1A, Ordnance Rd, Southampton. SO15 2AZ (map)
Description
Dinosaurs and their Bowels! Presentation by Dr Jeremy Lockwood.
Members’ Display Table: Fossils & minerals from the Isle of Wight.
Wednesday 18th
Thursday 19th
Thornbury Geology Group, 7.30pm, The Chantry, Thornbury
When
Thu, 19 July, 19:00 – 21:30
Description
Thornbury Geology Group, 7.30pm at The Chantry, Thornbury, and every 3rd Thursday in the month.
friday 20th
Saturday 21st
Nick Chidlaw Course - The River Avon
When
Sat, 21 July, 10:00 – 17:00
Description
July – field course studying the landforms and underlying geology of the river Avon valley between Trowbridge and Clifton, Bristol
2 day course:
THE BRISTOL AVON AND ITS HOT SPRINGS: A RIVER’S COURSE PECULIAR
A weekend late July: 21st and 22nd
10.00 am – 5.00 pm each day.
Tuition fee is £45.00 per person
Deadline for course viability: 23rd June
Enrolments can be made and further details requested by contacting tutor Nick Chidlaw nickchidlaw@gmail.com
A field weekend examining the course of the river between Trowbridge, Wiltshire and the gorge at Clifton, Bristol. In this tract, the Avon repeatedly enters upland via a gorge, instead of crossing adjacent lower ground. Along its course at Bath and Hotwells, Bristol, occur hot springs. The course focuses on these curious / unusual features, and considers possible causes. One published proposal in fairly recent years, that the course and its hot springs may have been a product of active fault movement during the Ice Age, has since been refuted by the absence of geophysical evidence.
For the course, a handout outlining the two-day programme, including location sketch maps, optional reading list, and outline geological history, will be forwarded in advance of the course to those enrolled.
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SWGA Excursion - Saturday 21st July: Flat Holm, with Chris Lee
When
Sat, 21 July, 11:15 – 16:15
Description
Saturday 21st July: Flat Holm ** ADVANCED BOOKING AND PAYMENT ESSENTIAL
Leader: Chris Lee
Meet at 11.15 prompt. Location and booking details will be given on booking. We will board the
boats (RIBs) and catch the 1200 lock out of the Bay to sail across to Flat Holm for a 2 - 2.5 hour
visit. Our return journey will entail a circuit of the island after which we will sail north to look at
Sully Island from the seaward side and then cruise along the Jurassic / Triassic Coast to catch the
15.45 lock back into Cardiff Bay. We will be back in Penarth for 1600.
As the most southerly pub in Wales (the Gull and Leek) may or may not be open on the day you
will need a packed lunch with a hot/cold drink. As the trip can be ‘bumpy’ (nautical term!) H&S
precludes all those with back problems or who are pregnant. Otherwise just normal fitness levels
are required. There is a steepish, stepped incline up from the island jetty but once on top it is
pretty flat (the clue is in the name), with otherwise just the usual scrambles.
Bay Island Voyages will take a decision on whether the trip will go based on meteorological
considerations some 48 hours before hand so there should be no last minute cancellations.
The cost is £30 for the boat plus a £5 landing fee giving a total price of £35. With the boats
available we can take a maximum of 32 people. You need to book a place and pay in advance on a
first come basis. If for any reason the boat cannot sail then you will get a full refund. To book
please contact: Rhian Kendall: rhian@carreg.org.uk Payment can be made by cheque or bank
transfer.
Sunday 22nd
Nick Chidlaw Course - The River Avon
When
Sat, 21 July, 10:00 – 17:00
Description
July – field course studying the landforms and underlying geology of the river Avon valley between Trowbridge and Clifton, Bristol
2 day course:
THE BRISTOL AVON AND ITS HOT SPRINGS: A RIVER’S COURSE PECULIAR
A weekend late July: 21st and 22nd
10.00 am – 5.00 pm each day.
Tuition fee is £45.00 per person
Deadline for course viability: 23rd June
Enrolments can be made and further details requested by contacting tutor Nick Chidlaw nickchidlaw@gmail.com
A field weekend examining the course of the river between Trowbridge, Wiltshire and the gorge at Clifton, Bristol. In this tract, the Avon repeatedly enters upland via a gorge, instead of crossing adjacent lower ground. Along its course at Bath and Hotwells, Bristol, occur hot springs. The course focuses on these curious / unusual features, and considers possible causes. One published proposal in fairly recent years, that the course and its hot springs may have been a product of active fault movement during the Ice Age, has since been refuted by the absence of geophysical evidence.
For the course, a handout outlining the two-day programme, including location sketch maps, optional reading list, and outline geological history, will be forwarded in advance of the course to those enrolled.
WRG July 2018 Public Perception of geothermal power talk
When
Tue, 17 July, 18:00 – 20:00
Where
The Hub, 500 Park Avenue, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol (map)
Description
We’re going deeper underground: discovering public perceptions of the geological subsurface through Geothermal Power
Dr Hazel Gibson, University of Plymouth
17th July 2018. The Hub, Aztec West, Bristol.
Refreshments at 6pm for 6:30pm Start
The Western Regional Group is pleased to invite Dr Hazel Gibson, a researcher of the public perception and communication of geothermal power at the University of Plymouth. She is currently examining public perceptions of geology in the South West of England. Covering science communication, psychology, geology and geography, this research has led to a whole new understanding of how expert and non-expert geoscientists conceptualise the geological subsurface and how that understanding can be used to improve the effectiveness of our communications.
‘Geology; that’s just rocks isn’t it?’ Undoubtedly this is a phrase any geoscientist has heard many times in their life. But, as we know, geology is more than just rocks. In fact, from reducing our carbon budget using Carbon Capture and Storage, to the deep geological disposal of radioactive waste, geologists are attempting to solve several of our biggest environmental issues in many innovative ways. However, for the public, new technological solutions are often viewed with uncertainty, even fear and when questions held by the public are not addressed, the result can be catastrophic. Nowhere is this more clearly illustrated than with fracking, a technology whose public image is now so bad that it is hard to envision a space where communication is about engagement and not crisis management.
Enter Deep Geothermal Power. A relative newcomer to the deep geological technologies mix in the UK, it benefits from being fairly unknown and thus avoiding major negative connotations, but also being a renewable energy resource and therefore generally perceived to be popular. Managing deep geothermal’s debut into society is something that must be carefully handled, and it is essential that the public is partner in this introduction. The United Downs Deep Geothermal Power project just outside Redruth in Cornwall is providing the perfect opportunity to explore public perceptions of geothermal power and how those perceptions influence effective communication.
Venue: The Hub, 500 Park Avenue, Aztec West, Almondsbury, Bristol, BS32 4RZ
The talk is open to everyone, no booking is required.
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Dave green, Field Course - Geology and Landscape in Gloucestershire
When
Tue, 17 July, 19:00 – 21:00
Where
Meet at the car park for the picnic site at Coaley Peak GR SO 794014 (map)
Description
17th July Haugh Wood to Fownhope, Woolhope
In the Woolhope Dome, an eroded anticline in Silurian sediments, there is a very close relationship between rock type, geological structure and the position of hills and valleys. This is a particularly beautiful part of Herefordshire.
Meet at the car park of the New Inn, Fownhope SO 578345, from where we shall take a small number of cars to Haugh Wood and walk back from the centre to the southern margin of the Woolhope Dome, crossing the Silurian rock types in order of age. The linear walk is on paths, tracks and minor roads, and will be 3-4km long, including some relatively small/gentle hills
Dave Green, Joys Green Farm, Forge Hill, Lydbrook, Glos GL17 9QU Tel 01594 860858
davegeostudies@gmail.com
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SMFS Evening Meeting
When
Tue, 17 July, 19:30 – 22:00
Where
The Friends' Meeting House, 1A, Ordnance Rd, Southampton. SO15 2AZ (map)
Description
Dinosaurs and their Bowels! Presentation by Dr Jeremy Lockwood.
Members’ Display Table: Fossils & minerals from the Isle of Wight.
Thornbury Geology Group, 7.30pm, The Chantry, Thornbury
When
Thu, 19 July, 19:00 – 21:30
Description
Thornbury Geology Group, 7.30pm at The Chantry, Thornbury, and every 3rd Thursday in the month.
Nick Chidlaw Course - The River Avon
When
Sat, 21 July, 10:00 – 17:00
Description
July – field course studying the landforms and underlying geology of the river Avon valley between Trowbridge and Clifton, Bristol
2 day course:
THE BRISTOL AVON AND ITS HOT SPRINGS: A RIVER’S COURSE PECULIAR
A weekend late July: 21st and 22nd
10.00 am – 5.00 pm each day.
Tuition fee is £45.00 per person
Deadline for course viability: 23rd June
Enrolments can be made and further details requested by contacting tutor Nick Chidlaw nickchidlaw@gmail.com
A field weekend examining the course of the river between Trowbridge, Wiltshire and the gorge at Clifton, Bristol. In this tract, the Avon repeatedly enters upland via a gorge, instead of crossing adjacent lower ground. Along its course at Bath and Hotwells, Bristol, occur hot springs. The course focuses on these curious / unusual features, and considers possible causes. One published proposal in fairly recent years, that the course and its hot springs may have been a product of active fault movement during the Ice Age, has since been refuted by the absence of geophysical evidence.
For the course, a handout outlining the two-day programme, including location sketch maps, optional reading list, and outline geological history, will be forwarded in advance of the course to those enrolled.
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SWGA Excursion - Saturday 21st July: Flat Holm, with Chris Lee
When
Sat, 21 July, 11:15 – 16:15
Description
Saturday 21st July: Flat Holm ** ADVANCED BOOKING AND PAYMENT ESSENTIAL
Leader: Chris Lee
Meet at 11.15 prompt. Location and booking details will be given on booking. We will board the
boats (RIBs) and catch the 1200 lock out of the Bay to sail across to Flat Holm for a 2 - 2.5 hour
visit. Our return journey will entail a circuit of the island after which we will sail north to look at
Sully Island from the seaward side and then cruise along the Jurassic / Triassic Coast to catch the
15.45 lock back into Cardiff Bay. We will be back in Penarth for 1600.
As the most southerly pub in Wales (the Gull and Leek) may or may not be open on the day you
will need a packed lunch with a hot/cold drink. As the trip can be ‘bumpy’ (nautical term!) H&S
precludes all those with back problems or who are pregnant. Otherwise just normal fitness levels
are required. There is a steepish, stepped incline up from the island jetty but once on top it is
pretty flat (the clue is in the name), with otherwise just the usual scrambles.
Bay Island Voyages will take a decision on whether the trip will go based on meteorological
considerations some 48 hours before hand so there should be no last minute cancellations.
The cost is £30 for the boat plus a £5 landing fee giving a total price of £35. With the boats
available we can take a maximum of 32 people. You need to book a place and pay in advance on a
first come basis. If for any reason the boat cannot sail then you will get a full refund. To book
please contact: Rhian Kendall: rhian@carreg.org.uk Payment can be made by cheque or bank
transfer.
Nick Chidlaw Course - The River Avon
When
Sat, 21 July, 10:00 – 17:00
Description
July – field course studying the landforms and underlying geology of the river Avon valley between Trowbridge and Clifton, Bristol
2 day course:
THE BRISTOL AVON AND ITS HOT SPRINGS: A RIVER’S COURSE PECULIAR
A weekend late July: 21st and 22nd
10.00 am – 5.00 pm each day.
Tuition fee is £45.00 per person
Deadline for course viability: 23rd June
Enrolments can be made and further details requested by contacting tutor Nick Chidlaw nickchidlaw@gmail.com
A field weekend examining the course of the river between Trowbridge, Wiltshire and the gorge at Clifton, Bristol. In this tract, the Avon repeatedly enters upland via a gorge, instead of crossing adjacent lower ground. Along its course at Bath and Hotwells, Bristol, occur hot springs. The course focuses on these curious / unusual features, and considers possible causes. One published proposal in fairly recent years, that the course and its hot springs may have been a product of active fault movement during the Ice Age, has since been refuted by the absence of geophysical evidence.
For the course, a handout outlining the two-day programme, including location sketch maps, optional reading list, and outline geological history, will be forwarded in advance of the course to those enrolled.
MONDAY 23rd
TUESDAY 24TH
WEDNESDAY 25TH
THURSDAY 26TH
FRIDAY 27TH
SATURDAY 28th
SUNDAY 29th
Oxford Mineral Fossil Show
When
Sun, 29 July, 10:30 – 16:00
Where
Exeter Hall, Kidlington, north Oxford OX5 1AB (map)
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WEGA and Thornbury Geology Group - Field Trip
When
Sun, 29 July, 11:00 – 15:00
Where
Windmill Inn car park, Nore Road. ST 458 766 (map)
Description
WEGA and Thornbury Geology Group
The field trip to Portishead, North Somerset will take place on the 29th July 2018. It will be led by Hugh Jones. Please notify me on huandsu@btinternet.com if you plan to attend. Note there will be a charge for non-members.
Start time 11.00 am. Planned to end around 3.00 pm
Start location Windmill Inn car park, Nore Road. ST 458 766
Car Parking Limited parking at the Windmill. It is recommended parking on The Esplanade (ST 463 771), and then walk south up Beach Road West for 70 m. then turn right to cross the Picnic Grounds to the Windmill Inn car park.
Amenities Bring a packed lunch to eat in the Lake Grounds, or go to local cafés (Lakeside or Lido). There are public toilets next to the Lakeside Cafe, and toilets in the Lido café.
Route The walk will start on the beach below the Windmill Inn at Fishermen’s Steps. From there It will be along the beach to Esplanade Road and on towards Portishead (Battery) Point lighthouse. From Battery Point it will be up to and along Woodlands Road to the beach close to the Royal Inn.
Conditions Total walk less than 4 miles.
Some steps, paths, and grass slopes. The beach is slippery and uneven in places with rock, pebbles and mud. Stout footwear is needed. Be prepared for a small amount of clambering over or around rocks.
There are some low cliffs with loose material so hard hats needed if you wish to get close up.
Geology There are sedimentary structures, unconformities, folding, faulting, fossils and maybe some Gneiss (ex. ships ballast?).
Devonian, Carboniferous and Triassic materials.
Oxford Mineral Fossil Show
When
Sun, 29 July, 10:30 – 16:00
Where
Exeter Hall, Kidlington, north Oxford OX5 1AB (map)
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WEGA and Thornbury Geology Group - Field Trip
When
Sun, 29 July, 11:00 – 15:00
Where
Windmill Inn car park, Nore Road. ST 458 766 (map)
Description
WEGA and Thornbury Geology Group
The field trip to Portishead, North Somerset will take place on the 29th July 2018. It will be led by Hugh Jones. Please notify me on huandsu@btinternet.com if you plan to attend. Note there will be a charge for non-members.
Start time 11.00 am. Planned to end around 3.00 pm
Start location Windmill Inn car park, Nore Road. ST 458 766
Car Parking Limited parking at the Windmill. It is recommended parking on The Esplanade (ST 463 771), and then walk south up Beach Road West for 70 m. then turn right to cross the Picnic Grounds to the Windmill Inn car park.
Amenities Bring a packed lunch to eat in the Lake Grounds, or go to local cafés (Lakeside or Lido). There are public toilets next to the Lakeside Cafe, and toilets in the Lido café.
Route The walk will start on the beach below the Windmill Inn at Fishermen’s Steps. From there It will be along the beach to Esplanade Road and on towards Portishead (Battery) Point lighthouse. From Battery Point it will be up to and along Woodlands Road to the beach close to the Royal Inn.
Conditions Total walk less than 4 miles.
Some steps, paths, and grass slopes. The beach is slippery and uneven in places with rock, pebbles and mud. Stout footwear is needed. Be prepared for a small amount of clambering over or around rocks.
There are some low cliffs with loose material so hard hats needed if you wish to get close up.
Geology There are sedimentary structures, unconformities, folding, faulting, fossils and maybe some Gneiss (ex. ships ballast?).
Devonian, Carboniferous and Triassic materials.
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