They may or may not be relevant to long walking expeditions across Dartmoor, rock-climbing or other non-geological activities. Some notes on safety are included here, but they are intended for persons considering geological studies. This webpage is in a preliminary state and more photographs and information will soon be added. (do not use browser zoom on the low resolution versions) The full website or part of the website can also be downloaded free to Blackboard or similar systems for student access or for museum display.)Ĭlick on images for large, high resolution versions! SurfOffline Version Professional 2 can download the whole website. (You can download this educational site to SurfOffline or similar software to keep an offline copy, but note that updating of the live version takes place periodically. | Budleigh Salterton and Littleham Cove, with radioactive nodules Website hosted by courtesy of iSolutions, Southampton University Internet site: Version: 15th December 2013 įaculty of Natural and Environmental Sciences, Dartmoor Granite Supplement to: Geology of the Wessex Coast of Southern England. Geologic heritage features and landscapes are fundamental to understanding surface processes, succession and diversity of life, climatic changes over time, evolution of landforms, and the origin of mineral deposits.Geology of Dartmoor, Devon - by Ian West. Such sites generally have great potential for scientific studies, use as outdoor classrooms, enhancing public understanding and enjoyment. Geologic heritage sites may include areas of physical geology, historical geology, economic geology, exploration, and scientific and topographical surveys. Geologic heritage consists of geologic features and landforms which are part of our birthright and from which we may benefit during our lifetime, but which we also have the responsibility to preserve undiminished in quality and quantity. Our cultural and natural heritage are irreplaceable sources of life and inspiration. " Heritage is our legacy from the past, what we enjoy today, and what we pass on to future generations. National Park Service, Geologic Resources Division as: The NPS Geologic Resources Division defines Geologic Heritage in a 2007.
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