Sites of Geological Interest around Oxford
By Yingbo Li | June 2023
Disclaimer: Whilst effort has been put into ensuring the information provided here is correct, all information is provided "as is" with no guarantees on accuracy. It is highly recommended that you seek out other sources of information (such as those in the Links section of each locality, as well as any other information you can find) before setting off. However, be aware that the Oxford University Geological Society is unable to comment on the accuracy of information provided in any linked external websites.
These pages do not provide any risk assessments. Be aware of your surroundings at all times in the field and do not undertake excursions unless you are comfortable with the risks associated with going into the field. Be mindful of both your safety and the safety of those around you if you choose to undertake any excursions.
These pages do not provide any risk assessments. Be aware of your surroundings at all times in the field and do not undertake excursions unless you are comfortable with the risks associated with going into the field. Be mindful of both your safety and the safety of those around you if you choose to undertake any excursions.
Oxfordshire is home to a great variety of exposures of Jurassic rocks, some of which can even be found within Oxford itself. Information on various locations are published by Oxford Geology Group and Oxfordshire Geology Trust. Here, I hope to highlight a few sites I have visited and found particularly interesting: