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The Geology, Industrial Archaeology, Flora and Fauna of Cocklawburn

Cocklawburn Beach, Cocklawburn, Scremerston, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2RJ

  • Multiple dates available
  • In person
  • Pre-booking required

Join Paul Barrett to explore the carboniferous strata and its fossils at Cocklawburn. Find out the links between the geology and the industrial activity in this area in the past - limekilns, coal and iron - and also the flora and fauna there now

Cocklawburn is now somewhere where people come to park their car and have a walk on the beach. However, back in the 19th century, there were several thriving communities there - Salt Pan How; Philadelphia and Sandbanks - linked to various industries which have now disappeared. These industries including lime making and making pottery all existed because of the area's geology. The last resident only left in the 1950s.

This fascinating walk will help you discover more about different facets of this hidden gem which offers something for everyone

Timings & Tours

Friday 06 September:
1030
Friday 13 September:
1430

Location & directions

Cocklawburn Beach, Cocklawburn, Scremerston, Berwick-upon-Tweed, Northumberland, TD15 2RJ

Directions:
When you arrive at Cocklawburn Beach, drive to the end of the road and park in the carpark beside the Gun Emplacement. We'll try and put some markers up en route for you to follow.
Contact on day:
Berwick HODS
Telephone number:
+447365800503

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking required
Booking conditions:
Please book in advance via Eventbrite. If you have difficulty doing this, contact [email protected] or phone Berwick Record Office on 01289 301865 and we can book your place for you.
Booking contact name:
Berwick HODS
Booking website:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/berwick-heritage-open-days-34043664105
Booking opens:
19 Aug 2024 09:00 AM
Booking closes:
13 Sep 2024 01:00 PM

Accessibility details

Please note this walk goes down a steep slope to get to the beach

Additional information

Please wear sturdy shoes as the terrain is uneven.

Max no of people per tour:
20
Est. tour duration:
1 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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