Ballard Cliff, Chalk cliff in Studland, England
Ballard Cliff features steep white chalk formations at the northern end of Swanage Bay, with exposed layers of Upper Greensand and Gault clay at its base.
The cliff underwent significant geological changes in the late 1990s and early 2000s when landslides created a white diagonal pattern in the rocky surface.
The cliff stands as part of the Jurassic Coast UNESCO World Heritage Site, representing millions of years of geological processes along the English coastline.
Visitors can reach the cliff via the South West Coast Path, which provides direct access to observation points and connects to Studland Beach below.
A notable rotational slip in the rock layers revealed a section of soft, blue-grey Gault clay, making it valuable for geological research and education.
Location: Studland
GPS coordinates: 50.63050,-1.93870
Latest update: March 5, 2025 09:38
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