UK Fossils Network Logo FOSSILS and Fossil Collecting in the UK - Location and fossil guidesUKGE Logo
UK Fossils Home Fossil Collecting Locations Fossil Guides Fossil Resources Fossil Discussions Geological Links Earth Science News Fossil Events Earth Science Magazine Geological Shop
Whitehaven

Famous for its many species of sponges, Danes Dyke is a must go location for anyone into chalk fossils. This is the best location in the UK for sponges. Echinoid's, Bivalves, Brachiopods and Crinoids can all be found too.


Whitehaven

Another location for Sponges and molluscs. The most interesting finds that can be made at Bessingby Quarry is the Echinoids, these are of an excellent condition.


Whitehaven

This is an important site and is classified as SSSI. Echinoid's and molluscs can be found in the Red Rock, but please note: No Collecting and No Hammering is permitted. This site is part of important scientific work and must not be disturbed.


Whitehaven

Whilst most people come to Bempton to see the puffins, the tall chalk cliffs are packed with echinoid's, bivalves and brachiopods. Unfortunately access is almost impossible and far too dangerous but can be made further along the coast.




Cliff
Fossils collected direct from cliff face
Foreshore
Fossils collected from the foreshore
Cliff/Foreshore
Fossils collected from the cliff and foreshore
Quarry
Location is a quarry or pit
Stream
Fossils collected from a stream or river bed,
Field
Fossils collected from a farm field
Cutting
Fossils collected from road or railway cutting.
Scree Slope
Fossils collected from hill or mountain scree slope.
Rock Outcrop
Fossils collected from rock outcrops.
Lake / Reservoir
Fossils collected from lake or reservoir banks.
Microfossils
Samples taken back for processing microfossils.

 

East Riding


Fossils are common
Fossils often found
Fossils are not common
Fossils rarely found
Site protected, no collecting permitted, or no access to beach

Quaternary
Neogene
Palaeogene

Cretaceous
Jurassic
Triassic
Permian
Carboniferous
Devonian
Silurian
Ordovician
Cambrian / Pre Cambrian

A-Z Listing

Fossil Resources

Beginners Guides to Fossil Hunting

Our International Rock
and Fossil Magazine

Rock and Fossil Magazine, Deposits

Our second most popular Geology Guide Book. This location guide includes what to find, what to see and where to collect rocks, fossils and minerals. Includes access information. 130 pages.

Click here to buy

Fossil Starter Packs
Microscopes for viewing Microfossils

(C)opyright 2008 - UKGE Limited, UK Fossils Network and Deposits Magazine, all rights reserved.
Whilst we try to ensure that all content is accurate and up to date we cannot guarantee this. UK Fossils takes no responsibility in the accuracy of this content, nor takes any liabilities for any trips, events or exchanges between visitors using either the discussion board or the UK Fossils planner. Any posted trips and events by UK Fossils are personal and not arranged by UK Fossils, therefore visitors should seek their own personal insurance cover. Please remember to always check the tide times.
Fossil Discussions | News | Stone Tumblers | Magazine | Search Geo | UKGE | Geological Timeline | A to Z | Contact us