Siccar Point, Geological formation in Scottish Borders, Scotland
The rocky promontory of Siccar Point displays vertical layers of gray Silurian greywacke sandstone beneath tilted red Devonian sandstone formations.
James Hutton discovered the angular unconformity at Siccar Point in 1788, leading to his groundbreaking theory about Earth's geological processes.
The site contains remnants of an ancient Briton hill fort and stands near the medieval St Helen's Chapel built with local sandstone.
Visitors reach the geological formation through a steep path from the parking area, requiring sturdy footwear and careful navigation of coastal terrain.
The International Union of Geological Sciences designated Siccar Point as the first among 100 Geological Heritage Sites worldwide in October 2022.
Location: Scottish Borders
GPS coordinates: 55.93139,-2.30139
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:21
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