Hertfordshire Geological Society
given by Clive Maton (Honorary President, HGS) Abstract The Norber Erratics are well known and are featured in geological text books and numerous local guides to the Yorkshire Dales. This […]
given by Prof. Paul Smith (Director University of Oxford, Natural History Museum). Abstract In an era of polarised opinion and a difficulty in determining the veracity of information, science museums […]
Meeting at 10.30 at the 'Standon Stone' near the church in Standon village ( O.S. TL 396223 ). Sandwiches and coffee can be picked up at Day's bakery in the […]
given by Dr. Peter Gutteridge (Director, Cambridge Carbonates) Abstract: The NW Highlands of Scotland probably has the best scenery and geology in the world. You can find the oldest rocks […]
Following interest expressed at the last HGS meeting (Oct) we've been in touch with John Carney (ret BGS) and he is willing to lead an HGS trip to Charnwood Forest. For […]
given by Prof. Jonathan Blundy (Royal Society Research Professor, University of Oxford) Abstract: The transition to Net Zero will place unprecedented demand on natural resources requiring some new thinking about […]
given by Helen Gordon, (University of Hertfordshire & author of Notes from Deep Time). An exploration of the world of deep time and what it means to be human within […]
Gold Mining and the Welsh Connection given by Mark Austin, Alba Mineral Resources PLC
given by Dr. Tim Yates, (Technical Director, Building Research Establishment, Garston. Doors open at 7:15pm, tea & coffee available, talk starts at 7:45pm. Many will be familiar with Neil MacGregor’s […]
We have a day and a half in the field planned with the help of the Warwickshire Geo-Conservation Group. The outline schedule is as follows: Saturday morning Drive to the […]
given by Dr. Cat Hirst (Senior Engineering Geologist, COWI, Glasgow) From shallow mine workings to deep basement rocks: A tour of UK low temperature geothermal resources Catherine M. Hirst1, Sally Jack1,2 […]
