These are short, informal day walks exploring the rocks of central Scotland. The programme includes many of the best geological sites in the Lothians and Fife, places where you can get to grips with the fascinating stories that the rocks tell about our past. The pace is slow, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the rocks, the landscape and wildlife. Please check the links below to find out more, and don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions.
Look forward to seeing you on a walk soon!
Angus
Thursday 25 July 2019, 10am
Siccar Point
It is Scotland’s most important geological site, but Siccar Point is tucked away on the rugged coastline of the Scottish Borders, a hidden gem with beautiful coastal scenery and a rich geological story. We’ll get to the point by walking along the Berwickshire Coastal Path from Cove, gradually travelling back in time through three periods of constrasting sedimentary rocks.
Day walk, 5 hours, £14.
Walk Details …
Saturday 31 August 2019, 10am
Pentland Hills: Black Hill circuit
The rocks of the Pentland Hills were formed during volcanic eruptions around 400 million years ago. During this walk, we will see several different types of igneous rock, as well as getting a glimpse into the deeper geological foundations of the area, and how ice and meltwater have helped shape the landscape.
Day walk, 5 hours, £14.
Walk Details …
Sunday 22 September 2019, 10am
St Baldred’s Coast, East Lothian
A repeat of my favourite Firth of Forth coastal walk! A traverse of the beautiful and surprisingly remote stretch of coast from St Baldred’s boat at Seacliff to St Baldred’s Cradle near Tyninghame. We will walk through the remains of several volcanoes, that tell a story of moving magma and exploding vents and see some of the older sedimentary rock that surrounds and underlies the volcanic rock, including some lovely Carboniferous sandstone.
Day walk, 5 hours, £14. Walk Details …
Saturday 5 October 2019, 11am
Elie to Pitenweem, Fife
A gentle stroll along short and interesting section of the Fife coastal path, visiting the remains of several volcanoes that were active during the Carboniferous period, and the contorted sedimentary rocks of St Monans.
Day walk, 5 hours, £14. Walk Details …
Sunday 27 October 2019, 10.10am
North Berwick
Explore different aspects of East Lothian’s volcanoes. We’ll walk through layers of ash, lava flows and volcanic vents on the shore before turning inland and heading up hill for great views of the coast and islands from the summit of North Berwick Law.
Day walk, 5 hours, £14. Walk Details …
Saturday 2 November 2019, 10am
Aberlady, East Lothian
A coastal walk to explore range of sedimentary rock layers formed during the Carboniferous Period, when this part of Scotland was influenced by changing conditions, sometimes under warm shallow seas and at other times buried under the detritus carried from the mountains by huge rivers.
Short walk, 2-3 hours, £10. Walk Details …
Guided Walks Programme Regularly updated during the year.
About the Walks General details, including how to book and grading of walks.
Walk Details for upcoming walks, including where to meet.
See also the Courses page for more information about classroom and excursion courses in Edinburgh, and Geowalks Holidays throughout Scotland.
Phone: 0131 555 5488
Mobile: 0797 997 1310
Email: angus@geowalks.co.uk
Please let me know if you intend to come on a walk.
Places are often available on the day but please check before turning up. Numbers are limited to 15 people, and walks may be cancelled if fewer than 5 people book. Walks may also be cancelled or curtailed in bad weather.
No need to pay in advance: cash, cheque or bank transfer on the day is fine. Or you can pay using Paypal: