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 Foreshore, Cliff |
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LOCATION
From Llantwit Major, follow the main road through the centre of town heading towards the beach, the road will follow the river and eventually lead to a huge car park, cafe, toilets and a wonderful view of fantastic Jurassic Cliffs. There is only one road to the beach and it is quite easy to find since it is a popular location, use the Streetmap links above to find the exact location and general area. |
(View of Llantwit Major) - 2003
Llantwit Major is a fantastic place for any keen fossil collector, although don't go expecting to come back with handfuls of ammonites since this location is less rich in ammonites but very productive for shells, corals, bones, crinoids and echinoids. It is similar to the Watchet Beds but far more productive and it one of the most interesting Jurassic locations of its kind. It is best to spend a full day here since there is so much to look at, but don't worry if you don't see anything at first, the best beds start half a mile from the cafe (Eastwards).
(Llantwit Major Foreshore and Cafe/Car Park) - 2003
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EQUIPMENT
It is recommended that you take a hammer and chisel since many of the fossils are in large boulders and slabs on the foreshore. However it is not essential since fossils can also be found in the dark shale on the foreshore and al you need is a good eye and a small knife or trowel (or even a screwdriver) to life the fossils out of the shale since they are usually quite hard. Bones should be more carefully removed from the shale using a fine chisel and small hammer. Wrap fossils well and place into containers or bags.
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SAFETY & DANGERS
Common sense when collecting at all locations should be taken and knowledge of tide times should always be noted. The cliffs at Llantwit Major are extremely high and cliff falls are frequently occurring along this coast. Please keep clear of the cliffs and if you are searching below the cliffs, ensure that you wear a hard hat. |
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