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 Clii, Foreshore |
(Seaton) - 2002
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LOCATION
To Access the cliffs at Seaton, drive down to the Seaton Promenade, there is good parking facilities here. From here, walk towards Beer Head, Beer head itself is covered under a separate section, it is the white chalk seen to the West. The cliff sections that are to be examined are that of the Upper Greensand. |
(Seaton) - 2002
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EQUIPMENT
Fossils are very hard and either containers or bags are suitable. You will need a heavy hammer and chisel to split some of the rocks. Upper Greensand fossils can also be quite worn and sometimes difficult to see. Look out for patchs of 'Soft Greensand' it is a good idea to take a trowel or knife for this, some excellent shells can be found. |
(Seaton Chalk resting on Upper Greensand) - 2002
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SAFETY
Common sense when collecting at all locations should be taken and knowledge of tide times should always be noted. The sea often hits the cliffs at Seaton, it is easy to be put off with no access to Beer or Seaton during high tide, once the Upper Greensand has been passed. Be careful of both falling rocks and slippery seaweed. |
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