Hobbs Quarry SSSI, Shepton Mallet, Protected geological site in Shepton Mallet, England.
Hobbs Quarry is a protected geological site near Shepton Mallet that exposes limestone layers from different time periods. The exposed rock faces reveal how the geology of this region changed and developed over millions of years.
The site was designated for protection in 1984 to preserve its geological features for research and education. This decision recognized the scientific importance of the rock formations visible there.
The quarry serves as an educational resource for geologists, scientists, and students studying the geological evolution of Somerset and the Mendip Hills region.
The site is located behind a builders merchants yard and is not freely accessible to visitors. You should contact the relevant authorities in advance to arrange a visit.
The quarry displays steeply tilted limestone layers covered by much younger flat-lying rock formations above them. This striking arrangement tells the story of major geological shifts that shaped the area.
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