Abundant sedimentary and industrial heritage features
Geological Overview
The Nubbins escarpment is composed of sediments of Triassic age, the Bromsgrove Sandstone. The rocks display fine sedimentary structures and exhibit many features that delve into the sites industrial history.
Location
Martley, Worcestershire; Grid Reference: SO 748598
Access
Open, but on private land
Geological Age
Triassic – Bromsgrove Sandstone Formation
Rock Types
Sedimentary – sandstone, siltstone, mudstone
Features
Sedimentary structures
Industrial archaeology
Interpretation
Interpretation boards on-site with QR codes
Features on local geology walks – Martley Geology Trail 1, Martley Geology Trail 2 & Martley Geology Trail 3
The Nubbins Quarry escarpement composed of Triassic aged Bromsgrove sandstone
