Geology of the Whin Sill
About this Event
Key Information
Course tutor: Karl Egeland-Eriksen
Starting: Friday 18 September
Course length: 6 weekly sessions, 10.30 am-12.30 pm, field trips 10.30 am-3.30 pm.
Course structure: 3x field trips across North East. Indoor sessions to be held in NHSN's Council Room, located on Floor 2 of the Great North Museum: Hancock.
Course cost: £100 NHSN Members / £120 Non-Members
Course content
The what, where, why, how and when of the Whin Sill. We will look at what a ‘sill’ is and how important the Great Whin Sill has been for geology. What is it made of, where do we find it, and how and when was it intruded.
The sill forms a significant feature in the landscape of northern England and has been used for the siting of defensive fortifications such as Hadrian’s Wall and several coastal castles. Economically, it has been quarried as a building stone and used for stone setts. It is the main constituent of tarmac and may find a use in carbon capture in the future.
Accessibility
Field trips will involve rough ground and difficult terrain in places. Often, no toilet facilities are present in the immediate area.
Essential equipment
Sturdy footwear, outdoor clothing, lunch.
Course programme
18/09 NHSN Council Room
25/09 Field Trip
2/10 Field Trip
9/10 NHSN Council Room
16/10 Field Trip
23/10 NHSN Council Room
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Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 100.00 to GBP 120.00
