Peacehaven Fossil Collecting and Geological Guide to Sussex and thousands of photos

Fossils and fossil collecting in
Peacehaven, Sussex
Location summary information for collecting fossils in Peacehaven, Sussex

Peacehaven

Some lovely Echinoid's can be found at Peacehaven. including some superb large Echinocorys cincta. This locality is also good for fish remains which can be found on the foreshore.

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Peacehaven Location Information
	Fossils at Peacehaven are best found during scouring conditions. During these periods, fossils are fairly common. But if conditions are not favorable, then it is likely you will return with nothing.
	(Suitable for Families) This location is suitable for families, but not recommended for small children. However, please keep away from the base of the cliff at all times.
	Peacehaven is fairly easy to get to, not too far to walk to.
	Cliff and Foreshore Fossils at Peacehaven are mostly found simply lying on the foreshore, but they are also be found in the cliff face.
ACCESS RIGHTS	There are 'NO' restrictions to this location

Grid Reference

British National Grid	TQ 42642 00294
Degrees	50.78467°N, 0.02212°E

! IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES !

Common sense when collecting at all locations should be taken and knowledge of tide times should always be noted.

Two dangers are apparent along the Peacehaven coastline, the first is the tidal conditions which need to be taken note of, and good time allowed to return. MANY PEOPLE EACH YEAR ARE CUT OFF BY THE TIDE.

The other important note is the danger of falling debris and cliff falls from the high cliffs. Stay away from the foot of the cliff and if you are knocking fossils or hitting rocks, do so well away from the cliff as hammer vibrations can cause debris to fall. Hard hats should be worn.

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