Welcome to the Geology page at Dorchester u3a
Next meeting: Friday March 14th: Members' mini talks
Dorset Youth Association
Dorset Youth Association
Programme for the Spring Term 2025
January: Black Gold in Dorset
February: The Ore Minerals
March: Members' mini talks
April: Geological Pioneers: William Buckland
plus a Field Trip to Worbarrow Bay on the 15th April
February: The Ore Minerals
March: Members' mini talks
April: Geological Pioneers: William Buckland
plus a Field Trip to Worbarrow Bay on the 15th April
We usually meet once a month, second Friday, 10.00-12.00 at DYA
This group is full and has a waiting list. Contact the Group Leader to join it.
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Does Geology matter?
We believe it certainly does! Geology impacts massively upon human activity from the many and varied natural resources we depend on for construction, to the energy and water without which our lives would be radically different. The study of geology helps us to appreciate and understand the changing landscape around us, from earthquakes and volcanoes to coastal erosion and landslides. We are so lucky to live in an area renowned for its fantastic geology. Not only are we close to the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site, Dorset was effectively where the subject was born in the 19th century. At that time, the county was visited by geologists such as William Smith, Murchison, Sedgwick, Buckland, Conybeare and of course was the home of Mary Anning. Geology draws on several subjects including geography and the sciences. Our sessions usually consist of a presentation and discussion. The subject matter is extremely varied and focuses on the study of rocks, fossils, and minerals. All our sessions are member-led with no outside speakers, reflecting the u3a ethos. We also run a series of local field trips during the Summer Term. No previous knowledge is assumed so any member is welcome to join us. Refreshments are available during the break. Cost:40p Kelvin Huff, Group Leader To email me click here: We meet on the second Friday of the month,10.00 a.m.-12.00 noon at the Dorset Youth Association in Lubbecke Way, DT1 1QL. Park at the rear of the building if you're coming by car. This group is only open to U3a members
Contact me by telephone (the number is in the current newsletter) if you want to get involved with the Geology group. If you wish to become a u3a member please see the 'How To' menu from our home page.
The group at East Cliff, West Bay. Photo: Kelvin Huff
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Members identifying specimens at the December 2022 meeting.
Picture: Kelvin Huff
Visiting the Budleigh Salterton Pebble Beds/ Photo: Jan Acres.
 The group being shown around the Etches Collection by the man himself. Photo: Kelvin Huff
Studying sarsens at the Valley of Stones. Photo: Kelvin Huff
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