Best exposures of rocks of Rhaetian age in Staffordshire
Fauld Crater, Hanbury
SK 183 277
Historical reminder of the use of geological excavations beyond their original purpose. Crater above gypsum mine from explosion of munitions stored there in WWII.
The Walk, Weaver Hills, Wooton
SK 094 464
An example of an observable change in limestone lithology which reflects depositional conditions.
Source: SGAP. Note that these sites do not indicate public access - landowners' permission must be sought.
