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Longniddry to Aberlady Shore (East Lothian)
This is a joint field trip organised by the Edinburgh Geological Society and is an excellent opportunity to catch up with friends and new faces from the east of Scotland.
Leader
This day excursion will be lead by Mark Wilkinson, University of Edinburgh.
Summary
The shoreline from Longniddry Bents to Aberlady Point exposes the top of the Aberlady Formation and the overlying Lower Limestone Formation, into which is intruded the Gosford Bay Sill. This excursion is intended primarily to illustrate the cyclic pattern of the sedimentation of Carboniferous (Dinantian) rocks exposed between Craigielaw Point and Aberlady Point.
BGS Ref: https://earthwise.bgs.ac.uk/index.php/Gosford_Bay-Aberlady_Point,_Edinburgh_-_an_excursion
As part of an age old tradition between EGS and GSG, after the walk you will be invited to join the group for High Tea somewhere local (details to follow).
Guidance
We recommend wearing sturdy walking boots with good grip and foot and ankle support. Wear appropriate clothing to account for Scottish weather changes i.e., bring waterproofs! (See attached word doc.) A packed lunch will be required. If bringing a dog it must be kept on a lead at all times.
Difficulty
Level 3: Moderate - People with a moderate level of fitness. c12km walk.
There are some good paths, but some of the walk is on trackless, bouldery or rocky coastline.
Travel
Private car to the Longniddry Bents carpark #3 note there are three car parks. Please email us if you are looking to car share or need a lift.
Facilities
There are public toilets in Longniddry Bents #3 carpark (note there are 3 car parks).
This is a free event but you will need to book a place for each person attending as places are limited.