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North East Fossil Locations

Fossil Collecting Code

Fossil Collecting Code

 

Quarry

Quarry

The key (left) is applied to each of the following location to indicate the type of terrain and the potential volume of fossils which can be found. Please note, the volume of finds may vary considerably at different times of the year and depending on recent weather conditions. These summaries are produced from our most recent visit and are updated on a regular basis.

 

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Suitable for families

Suitable for families

Beach

Beach

Countryside

Permission required

Permission required

High find frequency Average find frequency Low find frequency

Find frequency: High / Medium / Low

 

KIELDER WATER (NORTHUMBERLAND)

CARBONIFEROUS

Summary: Few fossil exposures, however when found the quality can be very good. This location is best suited to experts with a lot of time and patience to search around. With the exception of parking, facilities are limited. The location is well suited for families, but not a fossil collecting location.

Fossils: Plant and tree remains.

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Suitable for families Low find frequency

  

 

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