Hughenden Rocks - a walk through geological time
Join a guided geological walk through Hughenden, exploring how chalk, flint and clay formed the landscape from the age of dinosaurs to Victorian times. Learn how geology influenced valleys, streams, wildlife and the buildings we see today.
This is 3.5 miles (5.7 kilometres) walk that explores the geology of Hughenden, how the landscape there has been modified by natural processes, and how people have used the geological resources available to them on Hughenden's estate.
The walk will take you from shallow tropical seas of the Cretaceous to the cold depths of the Pleistocene Ice Age, and it finishes at the era of Victorian railways when geological materials could be brought to Hughenden from far and wide.
Image credit: Hugh Mothersole
Please note:
- Standard admission charges apply to non-members on arrival.
- Please meet at Visitor welcome kiosk.
- Dress for the weather and wear shoes suitable for walking, for example walking boots or trainers.
- Walks are in the countryside and may be on uneven ground, which can be muddy when wet.
- Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The 3.5 mile walk is best suited for older children.
- No dogs permitted on this walk.
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Join a guided geological walk through Hughenden, exploring how chalk, flint and clay formed the landscape from the age of dinosaurs to Victorian times. Learn how geology influenced valleys, streams, wildlife and the buildings we see today.
This is 3.5 miles (5.7 kilometres) walk that explores the geology of Hughenden, how the landscape there has been modified by natural processes, and how people have used the geological resources available to them on Hughenden's estate.
The walk will take you from shallow tropical seas of the Cretaceous to the cold depths of the Pleistocene Ice Age, and it finishes at the era of Victorian railways when geological materials could be brought to Hughenden from far and wide.
Image credit: Hugh Mothersole
Please note:
- Standard admission charges apply to non-members on arrival.
- Please meet at Visitor welcome kiosk.
- Dress for the weather and wear shoes suitable for walking, for example walking boots or trainers.
- Walks are in the countryside and may be on uneven ground, which can be muddy when wet.
- Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The 3.5 mile walk is best suited for older children.
- No dogs permitted on this walk.
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