Geology trip with the Open University

I have had a fab week with a group from the Wessex Branch of the Open University Geological Society, with the honour of showing them around some of the geological gems that south Cornwall has to offer.

The Open University Geological Society is open to everyone interested in geology, Earth and environmental science, not just to Open University students and staff. OUGS supports the study of geology and other earth sciences by providing opportunities for members to learn through field trips, talks, conferences and workshops led by experts in their fields.

The Wessex Branch, which also looks after those interested in SW England, is fortunate to have such incredible geology in their region, including the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site. I feel very honoured to be asked by them to run their residential trip to Cornwall.

We spent the first two days exploring the wonders and complexities of the Lizard Complex, visiting Lizard Point, Kynance Cove, Kennack Sands, and Coverack. On the final day we went to Praa Sands, looking at all things tectonics, granites, and Quaternary geology.

Thank you to the brilliant WOUGS group for being lovely company, and for all the fantastic questions and great discussions. It was lovely to meet you all and I hope you all had safe onwards journeys. A special thank you to Caroline Peters who oversaw organisation of the trip, and to Tessa Seward who managed the group during the event. Thank you also to Ray Pratt and Oliver Strimpel for their photos.

If you are interested in organising a group geology trip to Cornwall, please do get in touch! I would be more than happy to help with producing an itinerary, offering advice for transport and accommodation, and of course, run trips to see some of the amazing Cornish geology!