Abbey Wood SSSI, Geological Site of Special Scientific Interest in Abbey Wood, London
This 6.3-hectare protected area contains geological strata dating from the late Palaeocene and early Eocene epochs, located within Lesnes Abbey Woods.
The site has revealed significant Palaeocene discoveries, including 22 species of mammals from 12 different orders dating back 50 to 60 million years.
Researchers and geologists regularly visit this location to study the evolutionary connections between ancient British and North American fauna specimens.
Visitors can participate in fossil excavations at the designated Fossil Bed area after obtaining permission from the Lesnes Abbey ranger.
The location yielded one of only two Palaeocene birds found in Britain, identified as Marinavis longirostris, a large sea bird species.
Location: London Borough of Bexley
GPS coordinates: 51.48710,0.12942
Latest update: March 15, 2025 20:26
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