Cloford Quarry, Geological conservation site in Somerset, England
The quarry contains significant rock formations with sediments from multiple geological periods, including the Triassic and Jurassic, spanning across 39 hectares.
Natural England designated Cloford Quarry as a Site of Special Scientific Interest in 1994 to protect its geological features for research and education.
The limestone quarry gained recognition beyond geology when it served as a filming location for Doctor Who episodes, representing the planet Lakertya.
Access to the quarry requires permission as it remains a private site, with visitors needing to contact the site management for entry authorization.
The quarry contains rare fissures within Carboniferous Limestone that preserve sediments from six different geological ages, including Rhaetic and Bathonian periods.
GPS coordinates: 51.19810,-2.40497
Latest update: March 5, 2025 20:34
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